Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist IV

Sutter Health•San Francisco, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist oversees and delivers pharmaceutical care through patient-centered clinical services, medication information and education, medication preparation, and distribution to support safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy. The pharmacist uses sound judgment and developed clinical skills to contribute to and implement the patient’s plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. The role builds patient and care-team confidence through competent assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. It requires adherence to applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and provide optimal patient care. The position may also include specific procedures or teaching duties and requires professional judgment and clinical expertise to solve complex problems. The position is eligible for work from home, with availability to work on-site as needed. It is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position, scheduled for eight-hour days, Monday through Friday, with no weekend requirements.

Requirements

PharmD from an accredited pharmacy school.
Current pharmacist registration, or registration as a pharmacist within 120 days.
Three years of recent relevant experience.
Knowledge of medical terminology, generic and trade pharmaceutical names, pharmaceutical calculations, and laws and regulations.
Knowledge of different pharmacy practice settings, including narcotic delivery and procedures.
Ability to identify and use pharmaceutical and medical terms, abbreviations, and symbols commonly used in prescribing, dispensing, and medication record keeping.
Basic working knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation standards, including The Joint Commission, Title XXII, DHS, DEA, FDA, and USP.
Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook), pharmaceutical technology, electronic health records, and EPIC.

Responsibilities

Oversee and deliver patient-centered pharmaceutical care.
Provide clinical services, medication information and education, and medication preparation and distribution.
Help ensure safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy.
Contribute to and implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner.
Assess and monitor patients and communicate effectively with patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers.
Comply with applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety.
Use professional judgment and clinical expertise to solve complex problems.
Perform specific procedures and/or teaching duties as applicable.