Locum Lead / Supervisory Pharmacist

Onsite Locum Tenens Opportunities – California
Company: MD Staffing Services, Inc.
Location: California (Statewide)
Job Type: Locum Tenens, Contract, Full-Time, Part-Time
Schedule: Flexible

MD Staffing Services is actively recruiting Pharmacists across multiple specialties for on-site locum assignments throughout California:

• Inpatient Pharmacists (Hospital)

• Outpatient / Ambulatory Pharmacists
  Clinical Pharmacists
  Lead Pharmacists
  Supervisory Pharmacists
  
  

Position Overview

• Staff Pharmacist (Inpatient)

• Staff Pharmacist (Outpatient / Retail / Ambulatory)

• Clinical Pharmacist (Anticoag, Chronic Disease, Transitions of Care)

• Lead Pharmacist

• Supervisory Pharmacist / Pharmacy Manager
  
  

Location: California
Work Type: Onsite Locum Tenens
Compensation: Competitive hourly rates (role-dependent)
Classification: 1099 Independent Contractor
Schedule: Flexible (Per-Diem, Part-Time, Full-Time, Contract)

Responsibilities

Staff Pharmacist (Inpatient / Outpatient / Clinical)

• Verify and process medication orders with accuracy

• Prepare, dispense, and oversee medication distribution.

• Perform sterile compounding / IV admixture (inpatient)

• Conduct patient medication counseling and education.

• Support clinical programs such as:
  
  

  • Anticoagulation

  • Antibiotic stewardship

  • Diabetes & chronic disease therapy

  • Medication therapy management (MTM)
    
    

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and care teams

• Document all activities in the EMR accurately and in a timely manner

• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
  
  

Lead & Supervisory Pharmacist Duties

(In addition to standard pharmacist responsibilities)

• Oversee day-to-day pharmacy operations

• Supervise pharmacists, technicians, and support staff

• Manage workflow, staffing schedules, and operational efficiency.

• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, and California Board of Pharmacy standards.

• Lead clinical initiatives, policy implementation, and quality improvement projects.

• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations

• Serve as the primary operational point of contact for leadership.

Locum Tenens Benefits

• Weekly 1099 pay

• Flexible scheduling

• Travel support (flights, rental cars, lodging)

• Malpractice coverage

• Dedicated recruiter

• Full-Service Credentialing Support

• NALTO & NCQHA credentialing standards team

• Opportunities for short-term, long-term, and recurring placements

Requirements (Qualifications)

All Roles

• Active California Pharmacist License (RPh or PharmD)

• Strong clinical judgment and medication knowledge

• Ability to work independently and in team environments

• EMR experience (Epic, Cerner, Meditech, etc.)
  
  

Inpatient / Clinical Pharmacist

• Hospital or acute care experience required.

• Sterile compounding / IV experience preferred
  
  

Lead / Supervisory Pharmacist

• 2+ years of leadership experience preferred

• Strong understanding of compliance & regulatory standards

• Proven ability to manage staff and operations
  
  

About MD Staffing Services

MD Staffing Services is a clinician-owned and veteran-owned medical staffing organization providing pharmacists, physicians, dentists, and advanced practitioners to healthcare systems nationwide.

We partner with hospitals, clinics, rural health centers, and government agencies to deliver exceptional onsite coverage. Our mission is to reduce administrative burden so clinicians can focus on providing high-quality patient care.

We are rapidly expanding our California pharmacy division and seeking a core roster of high-performing pharmacists for ongoing assignments.

Apply Today!

Call or Text: 701-712-9292
Email CV: [email protected]
Website: https://www.mdstaffing.services