Specialty Pharmacist
Listed compensation
$69-$80/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
- Job Location: 8405 Beverly Blvd - West Hollywood, CA
- Position Type: Regular, Full-Time
- Salary Range: $69.00 - $80.00Hourly
More than a job. A chance to make a difference. At Saban Community Clinic, we believe healthcare is a right, not a privilege. Every day, our team provides compassionate, high-quality care to underserved communities while building healthier lives and stronger neighborhoods. If you're looking for meaningful work, a supportive culture, and the opportunity to create lasting impact, we'd love to meet you.
Benefits and Perks
Medical coverage options We cover all out of pocket expenses! Chiropractor/Acupuncture covered at 100% in-network HMO and PPO Dental coverage options Vision 403(b) retirement plans with employer matching Generous paid time off including 1-Week Holiday closure for Christmas & New Years!
Competitive Wages & Annual Merit Increase Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm @ 8405 Beverly Blvd, 90048 Under the direction of the Clinical Pharmacy Manager, the Specialty Pharmacist serves as the primary pharmacist supporting Saban Community Clinic's Specialty Pharmacy Program and centralized medication refill services.
Duties and Responsibilities: Serve as the primary pharmacist for the Specialty Pharmacy Program. Coordinate specialty medication management from referral through ongoing follow-up. Complete patient onboarding, education, care planning, and reassessments.
Monitor medication adherence, persistence, therapeutic response, adverse effects, and medication-related problems. Collaborate with providers to optimize specialty medication therapy. Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic health record and pharmacy systems.
Review, evaluate, and process medication refill requests by approving, modifying, or denying requests in accordance with SCC refill protocols; complete timely processing and documentation. Identify medication-related concerns and communicate recommendations to providers.
Assist with prescription clarification, electronic prescribing issues, and prior authorizations. Provide pharmacist coverage within the retail pharmacy as assigned to support operational needs, continuity of patient care, and efficient pharmacy workflow.
Verify and dispense prescriptions accurately in accordance with state and federal regulations. Provide patient counseling and medication education. Supervise and support pharmacy technicians and verify technician-prepared prescriptions.
Participate in inventory management, controlled substance oversight, billing accuracy, medication safety, and quality assurance. Support continued growth of the Specialty Pharmacy Program by participating in program development, workflow optimization, and implementation of new pharmacy services and initiatives.
Position Requirements: Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree. Current California Pharmacist license in good standing. Minimum of one (1) year of pharmacist experience in specialty pharmacy, ambulatory care, or an integrated healthcare setting required.
PGY1 pharmacy residency, California Advanced Practice Pharmacist (APh) license, or board certification (preferred). Strong organizational, communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Able to communicate professionally and effectively with patients, providers, pharmacy staff, and other healthcare team members.
Compensation Disclaimer Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change.
Saban is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.
Saban Community Clinic will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.
You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you About Us: Since 1967, Saban Community Clinic has been dedicated to the belief that healthcare is a right, not a privilege.
We provide affordable, high-quality medical, behavioral health, and dental care to all, regardless of income or immigration status. Our diverse and inclusive workplace reflects the communities we serve, and we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Together, we are building healthier communities and transforming lives through compassionate care. Join us and be part of a mission-driven team making a lasting impact every day.
Qualifications
Key Responsibilities
The Specialty Pharmacist serves as the primary lead for the Specialty Pharmacy Program, managing patient onboarding, care planning, and medication therapy optimization. They also provide coverage in the retail pharmacy, verify prescriptions, and supervise pharmacy technicians to ensure operational efficiency and patient safety.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree and a current California Pharmacist license. A minimum of one year of experience in specialty pharmacy, ambulatory care, or an integrated healthcare setting is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Pharmacist Career Context
Of the 40 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 20% are remote, 53% have no call, 45% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$155k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $140k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · top 25% in pharmacy | ranked against 10,041 Pharmacy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $144k–$166k | Pharmacy median $171k (middle half $152k–$189k)35 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$140k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pharmacy listings in California | 626 active | 10,165 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 20% remote · 53% no call · 45% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California Pharmacist listings: 8% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 13% offer loan repayment647 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Pharmacy listings | 3,691 in the last 30 days | 3,159 the 30 days before (+17%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Pharmacy pay trend | +3.8% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Saban Community Clinic | silver tier, 75/100 | Top Employers work-life index6 active listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Specialty Pharmacist at Saban Community Clinic a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Pharmacy — ranked against 10,041 active Pharmacy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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