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Pharmacist I - Varied - Float Pool

Scripps Health·San Diego, California

Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 3 days ago
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Pharmacist I - Varied - Float Pool

How this role compares

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  • 40 similar openings in the San Diego area · median $100,000

About the role

The Clinical Pharmacist will float between hospital sites to provide critical coverage for inpatient and ambulatory services, including drug distribution and patient care. They are responsible for documenting care, supervising drug operations, and communicating with healthcare teams to ensure cost-effective and safe drug therapy.

This is a full time position with variable shifts.

This position will float between sites.

Includes $4,000 retention incentive and $3,000 relocation assistance to eligible new hires.

Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare.

Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide.

Why join Scripps Health?

At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered and your abilities are appreciated: Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.

Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2025.

Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.

Beckers Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2026 list of 150 top places to work in health care.

We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.

Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology.

Why join this team?

Our Scripps System-wide Resource Services (SSRS) department supports the entire Scripps Health system.

As a member of the float team, you can fill vital roles on assignments throughout the system to provide critical coverage (inpatient and ambulatory) for employee’s leave of absences, sick calls, and peak service demands while gaining experience in a variety of environments.

Join our Scripps SSRS team as a Clinical Pharmacist with the opportunity to learn from resources across all of our sites.

To be successful, the Clinical Pharmacist will be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment and will be knowledgeable with inpatient care.

Responsibilities include: Primarily operation focused centrally based; participates in direct patient care as clinical competencies are approved and on approved shifts.

Documents the care provided to patients.

Supervises the drug distribution operation: responsible for assuring safe and effective alternatives as appropriate.

Routinely communicates with physicians, nurses and patients regarding drug therapy.

Contributes to the accomplishment of initiatives to improve the cost-effectiveness of drug therapy.

Demonstrates ability to provide age-specific patient care as established for area and job title.

Demonstrates ability to perform competencies and perform activities as outlined in Pharmacist Authorities policy.

Works variable shifts, including weekends, evenings, and overnights as staffing needs require.

Please note that being able to work the night shift is a fundamental duty and an essential function of many of the clinical pharmacy positions.

The following are not eligible for hiring incentives:​ Internal candidates​ Rehires that left Scripps less than 3 years ago​ Candidates with less than 1 year of experience In order to remain eligible for your retention incentive the following criteria must be met​: Must remain in original hired FTE Status and Shift (if specified in offer letter)​ Must remain in original department/specialty​ Must remain in original Job Title​ Transfers to other locations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and may result in forfeiting remaining incentive bonus unless specifically noted in your offer letter. #LI-JS1

Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills

BS Pharmacy or Pharm.D. Degree.

Required Certification/Registration

California Pharmacist License AHA BLS for the health care provider and ACLS certifications required prior to being trained to respond to codes.

Preferred

Education/Experience/Specialized

Skills/Certification: PGY1 residency or 3 years' experience in relevant practice area.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a BS Pharmacy or Pharm.D. degree and a valid California Pharmacist License. Additionally, AHA BLS and ACLS certifications are required, with a preference for PGY1 residency or 3 years of relevant experience.

  • bachelor degree
  • professional certificate
  • Multitasking
  • Documentation
  • Patient care
  • Pharmacist
  • Medication management
  • Drug distribution
  • Inpatient care
  • Clinical competencies
  • Clinical pharmacy
  • Drug therapy

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance
  • Professional development programs
  • Retention incentive

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
San Diego, California
Posted
Sep 4, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Scripps Health

With offices throughout San Diego County, our doctors and APCs specialize in family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, and obstetrics and gynecology.

IndustryMedical Practices
TypePrivately Held
Size201-500 employees
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California pharmacy roles need licensed, certified candidates

California pharmacy roles typically stay competitive because employers look for candidates who already hold a BS Pharmacy or Pharm.D., a valid California Pharmacist License, and current BLS and ACLS certifications. These positions can also require additional board-style certification within two years, so applicants with closely matched credentials and recent clinical experience often stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit, then verify your license and certifications before applying.

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