Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist III
Listed compensation
$91.59-$106.2/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization
SSRRH-Sutter Santa Rosa Reg Hospital
Position Overview
The Pharmacist is responsible for the provision of pharmaceutical care and the delivery of pharmacy services at Sutter Medical Center of Santa Rosa. The Pharmacist has responsibility for pharmacy systems, procedures and organization, stock purchase and control, pharmaceutical vendor liaison, and technical staff supervision and training. The Pharmacist is responsible for implementation of the departmental and organizational goals and strategic plan.
Job Description
Education
PHARMD-Graduate of an accredited pharmacy school
Certification & Licensure
RPH-Registered Pharmacist within 120 days
Preferred Experience as Typically Acquired In
Three years of experience as a licensed pharmacist in a hospital or organized health care environment, preferably in a supervisor position.
Skills and Knowledge
Able to use considerable independent judgment and discretion as well as the ability to act effectively in dynamic situations.
Thorough understanding of California Pharmacy Law, State and Federal Controlled Substances Acts, Title 22 regulations, JCAHO requirements and Sutter policies as applicable to the Hospital, Out Patient, Clinic, Psychiatric clinic, SNF, and Home Health Care branches of the organization.
Understanding of contemporary pharmacy practice including pharmaceutical chemistry and pharmacology, compounding (drugs and parenteral solutions) and dispensing practice, toxicology, drug compatibility, drug information and pharmacy data systems.
Demonstrated competency in provision of pharmaceutical care to infants, toddlers, adolescents, adult and geriatric patients considering their physical, psychosocial and cultural needs.
Knowledge of health care related changes occurring locally and nationally which may affect the practice of pharmacy.
Computer and typing experience essential.
The Pharmacist must possess the ability to coordinate pharmacy services with other programs/departments maintaining effective working relationships.
Must have the ability to assemble, maintain, operate, adjust, and make minor repairs to a variety of pharmacy equipment.
- Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Written and verbal communication skills in Spanish are desirable.
- Must possess group leadership skills.
Job Shift
Varied
Schedule: Full Time
Shift Hours
10
Days of the Week
Variable
Weekend Requirements
Every other Weekend
Benefits
Yes
Unions
Yes
Position Status: Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours
40
Employee Status
Regular
Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.
- Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
- Pay Range is $91.59 to $106.20 / hour
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
Key Responsibilities
The pharmacist is responsible for the provision of pharmaceutical care, pharmacy systems management, and the supervision of technical staff. They must also implement departmental goals and ensure compliance with state and federal pharmacy regulations.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a PharmD degree from an accredited pharmacy school and be a registered pharmacist. At least three years of experience in a hospital or organized health care environment is preferred.
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, 50% are remote, 53% have no call, 80% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for New Mexico is 92.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$206k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $223k in an average-cost state. 61.4% of New Mexico clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Pharmacy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
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