Pharmacist II

Job Description

The Position

Bargaining Unit: Local 856 - Health Services Unit

PHARMACIST II

Why Join Contra Costa Health?

Contra Costa Health is the largest county department in Contra Costa County with over 4,700 employees. Our mission is to care for and improve the health of all people in Contra Costa with special attention to those who are most vulnerable to health problems. We provide services through nine operational areas: Behavioral Health, Contra Costa Health Plan, Emergency Medical Services, Environmental Health, Hazardous Materials, Health, Housing & Homeless Services, Public Health, Contra Costa Regional Medical Center & Health Centers and Detention Health.

The Contra Costa Health Department currently has a great career opportunity to fill one (1) vacant Pharmacist II position. This position is located at the West County Detention Facility’s pharmacy department in Richmond CA.

The Pharmacist II will work closely with physicians, nursing staff, and other ancillary staff in the detention facility in order to manage patient care. The Pharmacist II will have responsibility for functioning as a section leader within the pharmacy unit of Detention health services. The Pharmacist II will have oversight for all pharmacy operations for their assignment in Detention health services. Positions assigned to the Detention health services are responsible for providing pharmaceutical services for multiple detention facility sites and the operation of automated pharmaceutical dispensing equipment.

Contra Costa Health is an integrated system of healthcare services that covers health at every level: the individual, the family, and the community. For low-income and uninsured residents of Contra Costa County, Contra Costa Health is the safety net, providing medical services not available to them elsewhere.

We are looking for someone who is:

• A team player
• A strong communicator
• Knowledgeable in CA board of pharmacy laws and regulations
• Able to provide work direction to other licensed professionals and ancillary staff as needed

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Work as a lead in the Detention pharmacy department overseeing the work of pharmacy staff and other ancillary staff as needed
• Securing sufficient stock of medications and pharmaceuticals in order to address patient needs
• Providing pharmaceutical services for multiple detention facility sites as needed & the operation of the automated pharmaceutical dispensing equipment
• Providing on-call coverage on weekends as needed
• Preparing periodic reports & assisting in developing policies & procedures as needed
• Assisting with all operational duties to provide medications to patients in custody in-house and upon release
• Monitoring & resolving discrepancies made in the automated dispensing cabinets & maintaining records, conducting floor stock inspections

A few reasons why you might love this job:

• You will have the opportunity to provide care to an underserved patient population.
• You will work closely with a passionate team of physicians, nurse practitioners, and other ancillary staff to manage patient care.
• We offer fantastic and competitive health benefits, paid vacation/sick/personal, and a great retirement plan!

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• The candidate must be open to working inside a detention facility.
• There will be a need to handle and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• The candidate will need to move between 5 different facilities to provide medication services.

Competencies Required:

• Legal and Regulatory Navigation: Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
• Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications
• Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
• Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
• Teamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
• Decision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
• Fact Finding: Obtaining facts and data pertaining to an issue or question
• Establishing Credibility: Doing what he/she commits to doing and respecting the confidentiality of information and concerns shared by others
• Self-Management: Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability
• Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
• Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
• Handling and Resolving Conflict: Managing interpersonally strained situation
• Involving Others (Engaging Teams): Engaging others for input, contribution, and shared responsibility for outcomes
• Leadership: Guiding and encouraging others to accomplish a common goal

To read the complete job description, please click here .

The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future openings for up to 6 months.

Minimum Qualifications

License Required: Candidates must possess and maintain throughout the duration of employment a valid Pharmacist license issued by the CA State Board of Pharmacy.

Applicants are required to attach a copy of their license to their application.

Detention Assignment: Must obtain a Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP) certification from the National Commission on Correctional Health Care within eighteen (18) months of appointment date.

Experience: Either 1) two (2) years of full-time experience as a Registered Pharmacist in an accredited acute care hospital; or 2) three years of full-time experience as a Registered Pharmacist in a licensed pharmacy.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of California Board of Pharmacy laws and regulations

Selection Process

Application Filing and Evaluation: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.Training & Experience Evaluation: Candidates who clearly demonstrate that they possess the minimum qualifications will have their training and experience evaluated. The responses to the supplemental questions, at the time of filing, will be evaluated to determine each candidate's relevant education, training, and/or experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire. (Weighted 100%)

The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

For recruitment questions, please contact Health Services Personnel, Recruitment Team at Exams@cchealth.org . For any technical issues, please contact the Government Jobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1-855-524-5627.

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Contra Costa County is committed to providing equal access and opportunity to qualified individuals with disabilities in its employment practices. If you believe you may anticipate needing reasonable accommodation, please visit our job seeker resources page at: Special Testing Accommodations | Contra Costa County, CA Official Website [contracosta.ca.gov] .

To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

Closing Date/Time: 11/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific