Staff Pharmacist Jobs in California

Staff Pharmacist jobs in California represent one of the most active markets in the country, concentrated in retail pharmacy chains, large integrated health systems, and specialty infusion and oncology settings, with openings at every level from new graduate to senior clinical pharmacist. The highest volume of hiring is in Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego, where employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Sutter Health, and CVS Health maintain large, ongoing staffing needs across dozens of locations. The most in-demand specialties in California right now are ambulatory care, oncology pharmacy, and health-system clinical roles. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles51
Top employerWalmart
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring39
Work type100% On-site
Top industryRetail

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Omnicell
Specialty Staff Pharmacist
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Omnicell
New 19h ago
Specialty Staff Pharmacist
Omnicell
Los Angeles, California
Data Science
Health Informatics
Healthcare Administration
$65 - $75/hr
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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UCLA Health
Ambulatory Staff Pharmacist
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UCLA Health
New 23h ago
Ambulatory Staff Pharmacist
UCLA Health
Los Angeles, California
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$95.61 - $112/hr
BLS Certification
5,001-10,000

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Family Pharmacy
Staff Pharmacist
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Family Pharmacy
Added 2d ago
Staff Pharmacist
Family Pharmacy
Long Beach, California
Customer Service
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
$55 - $70/hr
On-Site
Medication Therapy Management Certification

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Walmart
Staff Pharmacist
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Walmart
Added 2d ago
Staff Pharmacist
Walmart
Victorville, California
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Pharmacy
$47.12 - $82.69/hr
High school
10,000+

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Walmart
Staff Pharmacist
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Walmart
Added 2d ago
Staff Pharmacist
Walmart
Hesperia, California
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Pharmacy
$47.12 - $82.69/hr
High school
10,000+

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Staff Pharmacist Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
4 jobs
Los Angeles
3 jobs
Chico
2 jobs
Selma
2 jobs
El Centro
2 jobs
Red Bluff
2 jobs
Bakersfield
2 jobs
Ceres
1 job
Dinuba
1 job

Staff Pharmacist Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Walmart
    Walmart16
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health8
  • University of California - San Francisco
    University of California - San Francisco5
  • D
    Desert Pharmacy2
  • Wedgewood Pharmacy
    Wedgewood Pharmacy2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail
  • Education
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Consumer Goods
  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in staff pharmacist jobs across California.

  • Active pharmacist license issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy
  • Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy
  • Completion of a California Board of Pharmacy-approved intern hours requirement
  • Current immunization certification recognized by California pharmacy practice standards
  • Experience with California-specific controlled substance dispensing regulations and CURES reporting
  • Proficiency with pharmacy management and dispensing systems used by California health systems

Staff Pharmacist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a staff pharmacist in California?

To become a staff pharmacist in California, you must earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, complete the intern hours required by the California State Board of Pharmacy, pass the NAPLEX and MPJE licensing exams, and obtain an active pharmacist license from the California State Board of Pharmacy. California also requires pharmacists to register for the CURES controlled substance monitoring system before practicing. New graduates should apply for their intern license early to begin accumulating supervised hours during school.

How much do staff pharmacists make in California?

Staff pharmacists in California earn a median of about $164,610 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $90,560 for the lowest 10% to over $213,820 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire staff pharmacists in California?

Employers hiring staff pharmacists in California right now include Walmart, CVS Health, and University of California - San Francisco, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's size and density of both retail pharmacy networks and large integrated health systems means consistent openings across community, hospital, and specialty pharmacy settings throughout the state.

Which California cities have the most staff pharmacist jobs?

San Francisco, Los Angeles, and California have the most staff pharmacist openings in California right now. Los Angeles and the Bay Area drive the largest share of listings because of their concentration of major health systems, academic medical centers, and dense retail pharmacy networks, while San Diego's biotech sector and military health presence create additional steady demand for clinical and specialty roles.

Are there remote staff pharmacist jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. Most staff pharmacist work is hands-on and tied to a dispensary, hospital, or clinic. About 0% of staff pharmacist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are concentrated in telepharmacy, utilization management, and drug information roles where patient counseling and verification can be handled off-site.

How can I get hired as a staff pharmacist in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a post-graduate year one residency at a California health system such as UC San Francisco Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai, or a Kaiser Permanente facility, which most large employers treat as equivalent to two or more years of experience. Candidates without residency training should target new-graduate programs at major California retail chains and apply for per-diem or part-time staff pharmacist roles to build hours. Holding an active California State Board of Pharmacy license and a current immunization certificate significantly improves competitiveness for first jobs.

Where can I find and apply to staff pharmacist jobs in California?

You can find and apply to staff pharmacist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings in Los Angeles, the Bay Area, San Diego, and across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and preferred setting and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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