Closed Door Pharmacist (Per Diem)

San Ysidro Health • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

Position Summary: Provides prescribed medications, drugs and other pharmaceuticals as needed for adequate patient care, according to professional standards and practices.

Requirements

• Pharm.D. from accredited School of Pharmacy or equivalent B.S. in Pharmacy.
• CA Pharmacist License
• 2 years as a Licensed Registered Pharmacist
• Good oral and written communication.
• Detail Oriented
• Good clinical knowledge.
• Base familiarity with the Medi-Cal program.
• Superb organizational ability and exceptionally analytical.
• Personal Computer, and pharmacy software.
• Constant standing, walking and lifting supplies and equipment.
• May be required to work evenings and/or weekends.
• Driving and occasional travel required.
• Pre-employment requirements include I-9, physical, positive background and reference check results, complete application, new hire orientation, pre-employment PPDs.

Responsibilities

• Clinically evaluates patient status and drug therapy, including close screening of individual drug orders and general medication prescribing practices for all patient populations.
• Advises physicians on drug selection, dosing, monitoring and prevention of adverse drug events and interactions.
• Prepares reports and written documentation as required by the department, company, state and federal agencies.
• Supervises support staff and is accountable for compounding and dispensing all medications in accordance with recognized standards of practice, legal requirements and pharmacy department policies and procedures.
• Participates in medication utilization evaluations and performance improvement programs.
• Participates in the orientation of new staff and student training programs.
• Promotes cost effective pharmacotherapy including follow-up on formulary compliance issues.
• Follows established departmental policies and procedures, objectives quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in service meetings and workshops.
• Attends meetings as required and participate on committees as directed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Provide pharmacy services with courtesy, efficiency and cooperation.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees