Clinical Pharmacist - PD

Salinas Valley Health•Salinas, CA

5d•$95 - $105•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

BA/BS in Pharmacy or MS/PharmD preferred.
Current California Pharmacy License.
Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status per American Heart Association is required.
Experience in hospital or healthcare setting preferred.
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.

Responsibilities

Performs drug regimen review to evaluate and assess the patient’s medications for related problems.
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.