Clinical Pharmacist - PD

Works under the direct supervision of the Director and Clinical Pharmacy Coordinator to assist in optimizing patient’s drug regimen.  Maintains appropriate records for medications and other pharmaceutical supplies ordered by physicians, dentists, and other qualified prescribers.  Work is accomplished in accordance with the policies and regulations of local, state, and federal authorities, as well as accepted standards of practice. Performs dispensing and other duties as assigned.

Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit. 

• Performs drug regimen review to evaluate and assess the patient’s medications for related problems.  This includes: identifying therapeutic duplications; review drugs and allergies: review for drug-drug, drug-nutrient, or drug-laboratory test interactions; evaluate if doses are appropriate for age, renal and liver functions; assist with patient/family education when necessary; monitor patients on clinical drug protocols; attend codes; attend rounds and patient care conferences as needed; assist with pain management as needed; provide drug in-services to nursing, pharmacy, medical staff, and other ancillary personnel as needed.

• Identify the presence of, or potential adverse drug events.  Report as necessary.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education: BA/BS in Pharmacy or MS/PharmD preferred.

Licensure: Current California Pharmacy License. Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status per American Heart Association is required.

Experience: Experience in hospital or healthcare setting preferred.

Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Must have motor skills to prepare, mix and transfer drugs from container to container aseptically, and neatly without spillage, especially chemotherapy.  Ability to perform   data entry.

The hourly rate for this position is $91.96 - $111.79. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.