Pharmacist Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

A Pharmacist plays a critical role in the pharmacy industry, ensuring patients receive the correct medications and understand how to use them safely and effectively. They review and interpret physician orders, detect potential medication interactions, dispense prescribed medications, and counsel patients on their proper usage and potential side effects. Additionally, they provide advice on healthy lifestyles, conduct health screenings, manage immunization programs, and oversee the work of pharmacy technicians and interns. Pharmacists often work in community pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, or they may work in research or the pharmaceutical industry.

Pharmacists are required to have a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited college or university. They must also pass two exams to become licensed: the North American Pharmacist Licensure Exam (NAPLEX) and, in most states, the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Exam (MPJE). Important skills for a Pharmacist include strong communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to work with a diverse population, and the capacity to handle stressful situations. Prior to becoming a Pharmacist, individuals often work as Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Interns, or in related health care roles to gain practical experience in the field.

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Pharmacist

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 15 days ago

Qualifications Must have and maintain a valid pharmacist license and be in good standing New graduates must obtain a license issued by a board of pharmacy to practice medicine within 12 months of commissioning...

Intern Pharmacist PT24

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 2 days ago

Under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist dispenses, compounds, procures, stores and distributes pharmacy products....

Quality Pharmacist

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 3 days ago

About Us Wedgewood is the nation's largest and most trusted provider of compounded veterinary medications....

Pharmacist

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 8 days ago

Overview The purpose of Dignity Health Management Services Organization (Dignity Health MSO) is to build a system-wide integrated physician-centric full-service management service organization...

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CA Staff Pharmacist FT

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 16 days ago

As a Staff Pharmacist, you have a critical role at the forefront of delivering our purpose, modeling our values, and demonstrating genuine, authentic care for our patients....

CA Dist Suppt Pharmacist PT

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 19 days ago

As a Staff Pharmacist, you have a critical role at the forefront of delivering our purpose, modeling our values, and demonstrating genuine, authentic care for our patients....

Pharmacist (Outpatient), Full-Time, Days - Oncology/Surgery Center

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 24 days ago

needed to fulfill the duties required of a Pharmacist at the state level: Required Registered Pharmacist (RPH): Required Essential Functions: Processes, enters, verifies and sends medication orders...

Night Pharmacist Hospital Job- Bakersfield, CA

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 29 days ago

Night Pharmacist Hospital Job- Bakersfield, CA Bakersfield, CA 4 days ago CATEGORY Pharmacy - Staff Pharmacist JOB TYPE Travel Soliant is seeking a qualified hospital pharmacist in Bakersfield....

Pharmacist, Part-Time, Days

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 29 days ago

license in the state of practice: Required All licensures and certifications needed to fulfill the duties required of a Pharmacist at the state level: Required Registered Pharmacist (RPH): Required...

Pharmacist Local Specialty - Relocation Available

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Experience performing prescription dispensing activities that demonstrate a strong working knowledge of applicable state and federal controlled substance laws....

Staff Pharmacist

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 60+ days ago

and build profitable retail business and script growth. 15% Ensure the accuracy and appropriateness of all prescriptions filled, by completing Drug Utilization Review and Final Quality Assurance, applicable...

Pharmacist

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 90+ days ago

to ensure no disruption of patient care Ensures compliance with any State approved programs that maximizes pharmacist clinical roles upon Physicians’ Standing orders or collaborative agreement....

Pharmacist - Newly Increased Salary Range

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 25 days ago

Experience performing prescription dispensing activities that demonstrate a strong working knowledge of applicable state and federal controlled substance laws....

Compounding Pharmacist - Bakersfield, CA

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Compounding Pharmacist - Bakersfield, CA in Bakersfield , California Adecco Healthcare and Life Sciences is currently recruiting for Pharmacist in Bakersfield, CA. This is an on-site opportunity....

Pharmacist - Bakersfield, CA

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Pharmacist - Bakersfield, CA in Bakersfield , California Adecco Healthcare and Life Sciences is currently recruiting for Customer Care Pharmacist in Bakersfield, CA....

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Bakersfield, CA

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Bakersfield, CA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.1%
Bachelor's Degree
33.5%
Master's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
Associate's Degree
2.3%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Pharmacists in Bakersfield, CA
1-2 years
28.1%
Less than 1 year
27.7%
None
27.6%
2-4 years
15.7%
6-8 years
0.6%
10+ years
0.3%


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