Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist III

Sutter Health•San Francisco, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist III delivers pharmaceutical care through patient-centered clinical services, medication information and education, and 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. They build patient and care-team confidence through competent assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. The role requires adherence to applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. The pharmacist may also perform specific departmental tasks and orient other staff. The position is with CPMC–California Pacific Medical Center Van Ness. It is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position with varied shifts, eight-hour shifts, variable days, rotating weekend requirements, and 32 weekly hours. Employees may handle hazardous drugs in accordance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines. The posted pay range is $87.25 to $122.15 per hour; pay may vary based on work location and individual factors. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited pharmacy school with a PharmD.
Registered Pharmacist (RPH) licensure within 120 days.
One year of recent relevant experience.
Knowledge of medical terminology, generic and trade pharmaceutical names, pharmaceutical calculations, and laws and regulations.
Knowledge of 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 NABP, TJC, 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.
Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and meet deadlines within standardized procedures and scientific methods.
General knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook), pharmaceutical technology, EHR, and EPIC.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage multiple tasks amid interruptions, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate established solutions.

Responsibilities

Deliver patient-centered pharmaceutical care, including clinical services, medication information and education, and medication preparation and distribution.
Support safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy.
Use clinical judgment and skills to contribute to and implement patients’ plans of care in a timely manner.
Assess and monitor patients, provide attentive care, and communicate effectively with patients, their support groups, and healthcare providers.
Follow applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect patient privacy and safety.
Perform specific departmental tasks and/or orient other staff as needed.
Protect the privacy of each patient’s protected health information.
Manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs in accordance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines when required.