Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist III

Sutter Health•Sacramento, CA

About The Position

Delivers pharmaceutical care through patient-centered clinical services, medication information and education, and medication preparation and distribution to ensure safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy. Uses sound judgment and developed clinical skills to contribute to and implement a patient’s plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Builds confidence and cooperation with patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers through competent assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Follows applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety while delivering patient care. May perform specific departmental tasks and/or orient other staff. The role may involve handling hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs in accordance with NIOSH identification and USP 800 guidelines. This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position with 40 weekly hours. The schedule is variable across day, evening, and night shifts, with 10-hour shifts and work every other weekend. The listed pay range is $82.78 to $115.89 per hour; compensation may vary by location and candidate-related factors. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited pharmacy school with a PharmD.
Registered Pharmacist (RPH) within 120 days.
One year of recent relevant experience.
ACLS if required by the entity or department.
PALS if required by the entity or department.
Knowledge of medical terminology, generic and trade pharmaceutical names, pharmaceutical calculations, and applicable 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 prioritizing assignments and meeting deadlines while following standardized procedures and scientific methods.
General knowledge of computer applications such as 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 using established options.
Ability to ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information.

Responsibilities

Provide patient-centered clinical pharmaceutical care.
Provide medication information and education, and prepare and distribute medications.
Contribute to and implement the patient’s plan of care based on diagnosis in a timely manner.
Assess and monitor patients, provide care, and communicate effectively with patients, families or support groups, and healthcare providers.
Comply with applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect patient privacy and safety.
Perform specific departmental tasks and/or orient other staff as needed.
Handle hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs in accordance with applicable NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines when required.