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Borrego Springs, California

Pharmacist in Charge

PharmacistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$144K - $159K

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Borrego Medical Pharmacy - Borrego Springs, CA 92004Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $144,186.00 - $158,819.00 SalaryJob Category: PharmaceuticalAt DAP Health, we are committed to transforming lives and advancing health equity for all.

As a leading nonprofit health care provider, we deliver compassionate, high-quality care to the diverse communities of the Coachella Valley and San Diego County. Our comprehensive services range from primary care to mental health, wellness programs, and beyond, with a focus on those who are most vulnerable.

Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate, innovative organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. If you're looking for a dynamic and purpose-driven environment, we invite you to explore the opportunity to contribute to our mission.

Job Summary Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) works according to legal and ethical guidelines to ensure the correct and safe supply of medical products to Borrego Health patients. The PIC is involved in maintaining and improving people's health by providing advice and information and supplying prescription medicines. Supervisory

Responsibilities

Review weekly timesheets for accuracy, review employee submissions and updates as needed; approve timesheets by required timeline Conduct one-on-one meetings (monthly at a minimum frequency, preferably bi-weekly), scheduled conversations, and annual performance reviews with direct reports by required timeline Attend mandatory Manager’s Learning Collaborative trainings Partner with People Operations to: Develop a learning plan for employee development goals to provide tools needed to excel in their position Implement and follow a process to address performance issues as they arise Prepare a comprehensive onboarding process for each specific position for all new hires Address serious issues that may require interventions or investigations Develop and monitor departmental and program/project operating budgets, costs and schedules Supervise, lead, coach, and use best management practices to improve staff performance Support and model the identified vision, values, and behaviors of the organization Essential Duties/Responsibilities Dispense prescription medicines to the public, checking dosage and ensure that medicines are correctly and safely supplied and labeled (pharmacists are legally responsible for any dispensing errors) Supervise the preparation of any medicines (not all are supplied ready made-up by the manufacturer) Keep a register of controlled drugs for legal and stock control purpose Collaborate with doctors about prescriptions Collaborate with affiliated clinic managers and conduct quarterly audits and inspections to ensure compliance with State and Federal drug storage and handling Assist customers in selecting and purchasing over-the-counter medications Counsel and advise the public on the treatment of minor ailments and any adverse side-effects of medicines or potential interactions with other medicines and treatments Prepare doses and cassette boxes, usually for the elderly but also for those with memory, learning difficulties, where tablets are placed in compartments for specified days of the week Provide specialist health check services, such as measuring and fitting compression hosiery, monitoring blood pressure and cholesterol levels, diabetes screening and pregnancy testing Oversee the ordering and safe storage of medical products and, in some cases, arranging the delivery of prescription medicines to patients. Keep up to date with current pharmacy practice, new drugs and their uses Maintain computerized records Manage, supervise and train pharmacy practice, new drugs and their uses Sell healthcare and other products, such as toiletries, cosmetics and photographic items Manage pharmacy budget Promote sales and developing the business Other duties as assigned Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities Excellent oral and written communication skills Effective interpersonal skills Ability to: Apply safety and efficiency in the prescribing, dispensing, administering, and use of drugs and related articles for the prevention of illness and the maintenance and management of health Fill prescriptions and prepare official drugs and standard medications Recognize physical, chemical, and therapeutic incompatibilities Analyze and understand Physicians', Dentists’, or other recognized, medical personnel's oral or written orders involving standard symbols and terminology Apply pharmaceutical laboratory techniques Maintain accurate records and prepare reports and correspondence related to the work Communicate effectively with others Maintain favorable public relations Education and Experience Must possess a valid license to practice as a pharmacist issued by the State of California Board of Pharmacy Personal qualities which will permit the PIC to work with the staff and residents of the community in such a manner as to earn their confidence and respect. The PIC should demonstrate concern for the welfare of all people served by Borrego Health Knowledge of: The principles and practices involved in compounding and dispensing of prescriptions Pharmacy, drug, narcotic, and related laws of the state Pharmaceuticals, drugs, narcotics, and poisons The calculation of doses and the preparation and use of percentage and stock solutions The basic sciences underlying pharmacy, such as chemistry, biology, and physics The processes involved in the manufacture of pharmaceutical preparations Stock control and related record keeping Current BLS certification obtained through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross Working Conditions/Physical

Requirements

This position is on-site at a DAP Health Pharmacy location This job operates in a pharmacy setting and requires frequent times of sitting, standing, repetitive motion and talking. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Key Responsibilities

The Pharmacist in Charge ensures the safe and legal supply of medical products while supervising pharmacy staff and managing operational budgets. They are responsible for dispensing medications, counseling patients, and maintaining compliance with state and federal drug laws.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid California State Board of Pharmacy license and current BLS certification. Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical sciences, narcotic laws, and the ability to manage a team are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Prescription DispensingPatient CounselingPharmacy ManagementRegulatory ComplianceStaff SupervisionBudget ManagementClinical AuditingInterpersonal CommunicationMedical Record Maintenance

Pharmacist Career Context

Of the 45 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 56% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$152k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $137k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pharmacist in Charge at DAP Health a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 10% in Pharmacy — ranked against 10,137 active Pharmacy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top Pharmacist Jobs

22 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution22 jobs · 17 employers

6
<$145k
2
$145k-165k
9
$165k-185k
5
$185k-205k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks22 jobs · 17 employers

401k / retirement match
91%
Sign-on bonus
36%
Loan repayment
5%
CME allowance
5%
Relocation assistance
5%

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 6.6
Among the best 10% of Pharmacy listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 10,137 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Borrego Springs

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$422k≈ 2.9× annual pay
Median resident rent
$1,004/mo≈ 8% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.9
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.