Palomar Health

Pharmacist

Palomar Health$120K — $140K *
Poway, CA 92064In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PharmD preferred, or as required by certification/licensure
  • 2 years of pharmacy experience or 1 year residency
  • 3 years of experience preferred or 1 year residency with additional experience
  • Current CA Registered Pharmacist (RPh) license required
  • Strong computer skills including MS Office and standard office equipment

Responsibilities

  • Ensure optimal medication therapy based on patient-specific factors
  • Compound and dispense medications following physician orders
  • Provide drug information to medical staff and educate patients and families
  • Review Pyxis overrides for appropriate activity monitoring
  • Adhere to Palomar Health policies, procedures, and applicable laws
  • Perform additional duties as assigned to support team priorities

Benefits

  • Flexible 10-hour shifts with variable scheduling
  • Engagement in a mission-driven health care environment
  • Opportunities for professional development and enhancement of skills
  • Access to resources for continuing education and certification
  • Support from a collaborative healthcare team
Full Job Description
Department:

Pharmacy

Union:

Shift:

10-hour Shift - Variable (United States of America)

Hours Per Pay Period:

80

Job Description:

Posting Date: 8/26/2026

Ensures that medication therapy is optimal for patient diagnosis and patient specific variables such as age and renal or hepatic function, including product, dosage, route and frequency while minimizing adverse patient outcomes. Compounds and dispenses medications pursuant to physician orders and prescriptions in compliance with state and federal laws and professional guidelines. Provides drug information to medical and hospital staff and education to patients and their family related to their drug therapy. Reviews Pyxis overrides to monitor appropriate activity. Speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, Powerpoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.

Job Requirements

Minimum Education: As required by certification and/or licensure

Preferred Education: PharmD

Minimum Experience: 2 years or 1 year Residency

Preferred Experience: 3 years or 1 year Residency with additional year of experience

Required Certification: Not Applicable

Preferred Certification: Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist

Required License: Current CA Registered Pharmacist (RPh)

Preferred License: Not Applicable

About Palomar Health

Palomar Health is a healthcare system that provides medical services to residents of North San Diego County. The system includes Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Poway, and a number of outpatient clinics and urgent care centers. Palomar Health was founded in 1948 and is headquartered in Escondido, California. The system has a workforce of approximately 3,000 employees and is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care. Palomar Health offers a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, surgery, and cancer treatment.
Learn more about Palomar Health
Size
151 employees
Market Cap
$1.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$6.2 million
Founded
1950
5 Year Trend
+42.1%
Revenue
$168.4 million
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