Job Description

Overview

Inpatient Pharmacist — a travel, temporary assignment in Alturas, California. Start date 09/14/2026 for 8 weeks. Weekly pay range $2,520–$2,694 with guaranteed hours of 36 per week. Shifts are 8-hour days, Monday through Friday, in an inpatient hospital setting. The pharmacist will support inpatient pharmacy services, ensuring safe, accurate medication use and compliance with applicable regulations under the direction of the pharmacy leadership.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,520–$2,694 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
• Contract duration: 8 weeks
• Shift: 8-hour days, Monday–Friday
• Start date: 09/14/2026
• Setting: Inpatient hospital pharmacy

Responsibilities

• Compound, dispense, and verify prescribed medications for inpatient care, ensuring accuracy, dosing, stability, and compatibility.
• Review inpatient orders for accuracy, determine formulas and ingredients, and resolve discrepancies with prescribers as needed.
• Direct and supervise pharmacy technicians and interns in dispensing, labeling, and packaging activities per state/federal requirements.
• Provide drug information to clinicians and staff; participate in rounds and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team on therapy decisions.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations, ensure security of controlled substances, and document medication use and incidents as required.
• Manage data entry for patient records, charges, and inventory, while supporting quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Active California Pharmacist license.
• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an ACPE-accredited college.
• Current BLS certification.
• Knowledge of or experience in inpatient/hospital pharmacy settings; ability to work within a clinical care environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals; strong communication and organizational skills.

Benefits and Support

• 36 guaranteed hours per week on a travel assignment
• Eight-week contract with structured start date
• Dedicated support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC throughout the assignment
• Access to standard travel staffing processes and compliance resources

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If you’re exploring other openings, Healthforce Healthcare LLC lists additional travel pharmacist roles and healthcare opportunities. Apply at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply to view more opportunities.

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
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• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
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• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.