Locum Lead / Supervisory Pharmacist
Job Description:
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: recruitment@mdstaffing.services
Website: https://www.mdstaffing.services