Location: San Diego, CA

Start Date: 02-16-2026

End Date: 08-16-2026

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Day)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $54 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Dispense and verify medications accurately and efficiently to support patient safety
• Ensure compliance with facility, state, and federal pharmacy regulations
• Provide clear medication counseling and education to patients and clinical staff
• Maintain accurate medication records, documentation, and controlled substance logbooks
• Manage inventory, restocking, and medication security procedures
• Collaborate with the clinical team to optimize medication therapy and clinical outcomes
• Deliver high-quality pharmacy services in a correctional facility environment with professionalism and discretion

Qualifications

• Active Pharmacist license in California or eligibility to obtain one
• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) preferred; Bachelor of Pharmacy or equivalent considered
• Experience in institutional, correctional, or community pharmacy settings preferred
• Strong knowledge of pharmacy laws, controlled substance management, and medication safety
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team
• Willingness to participate in a structured 4-week training program upon start

Education

• PharmD preferred; BS in Pharmacy or equivalent acceptable
• Active California Pharmacist license required

Knowledge & Skills

• Medication dispensing accuracy and attention to detail
• Familiarity with pharmacy workflows and inventory control
• Ability to assess drug interactions and counsel on medication use
• Comfort using electronic medical records and pharmacy management systems
• Strong organizational skills and regulatory compliance awareness
• Professionalism, confidentiality, and sound judgment in a correctional setting

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
• Paid time off so you can recharge and actually use the weekend
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Dedicated 4-week training program to set you up for success
• 401K retirement savings plan to help plan for the future
• A supportive, team-focused work environment that values your contributions
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development
• Clear weekday schedule for a consistent work-life balance

Travel Perks: Explore San Diego, CA

This 26-week contract places you in sunny San Diego — enjoy world-class beaches, scenic coastal hikes at Torrey Pines, exploring Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo, lively dining and nightlife in the Gaslamp Quarter, history at the USS Midway Museum, ferry trips to Coronado Island, and plentiful craft breweries and waterfront views for weekend relaxation.

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