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Patricia Helgren

Prior Authorization Pharmacist

pharmacist San Luis Obispo County, CA Kern Health Systems
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
9 years at Kern Health Systems
Gender
Female
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 86,704 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the pharmacist specialty. Patricia Helgren is one of them.
  • 7,491 pharmacists are based in CA (out of 155,461 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 10 contacts at Kern Health Systems are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical pharmacist compensation in CA: $130,000 – $197,000 (median $160,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of pharmacists in CA: Kaiser Permanente (929), Cvs Health (417), Walgreens (330).
  • 2% of pharmacists in CA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 77% of pharmacists in CA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed July 2026.

Public records & verifications
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  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
University Of The Pacific
Doctorates
1989
Skills
Pharmacy Benefit Management Immunization Formulary Compounding
About Kern Health Systems
Industry
Insurance
Employees
1000 to 4999
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Website
khs-net.com
Professional Overview

Patricia Helgren is a Prior Authorization Pharmacist, currently affiliated with Kern Health Systems, based in San Luis Obispo County, CA. As a pharmacist, Helgren contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in San Luis Obispo County, CA. They have been with Kern Health Systems for 9 years. Helgren holds academic credentials, including Doctorates, from University Of The Pacific. Core competencies include Pharmacy Benefit Management, Immunization, Formulary, Compounding. Kern Health Systems operates in the Insurance sector with a workforce of 1000 to 4999 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit pharmacist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to pharmacist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The San Luis Obispo County, CA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Patricia Helgren located?
Patricia Helgren is based in San Luis Obispo County, CA. They are currently affiliated with Kern Health Systems.
What is Patricia Helgren's specialty?
Patricia Helgren specializes in pharmacist. Their current role is Prior Authorization Pharmacist.
Where does Patricia Helgren currently work?
Patricia Helgren currently works at Kern Health Systems. They have been there for 9 years.
What is Patricia Helgren's educational background?
Patricia Helgren attended University Of The Pacific.
How do I contact Patricia Helgren for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a pharmacist?
Recruiting pharmacists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for pharmacists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a pharmacist in CA?
pharmacists in CA typically earn $130,000 to $197,000 annually, with a median of $160,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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