On-Call Pharmacist

Multnomah County • Portland, OR

3d • $68 - $89 • Onsite

About The Position

THIS WORK MATTERS! This recruitment will be used to fill various On-Call Pharmacist positions throughout the Multnomah County Pharmacy Clinics. Encouraged applicants should apply immediately without delay. Multnomah County Health Department (MCHD) works with communities to advance health equity, protect the most vulnerable, and promote health and wellness for everyone. Come join a team that includes Portland's most outstanding healthcare professionals! The mission of MCHD Pharmacy Services is to provide exceptional pharmaceutical care for vulnerable, underinsured and uninsured clients of the MCHD. We deliver cost-effective medication and medication management services that positively and compassionately impacts the health and well-being of those we serve. As the On-Call Pharmacist, you will: Provide Medication dispensing including correct entry of prescription orders into the pharmacy management software, filling of prescription orders, performing drug utilization review of prescription orders for drug/therapeutic appropriateness (DUR). Review work of pharmacy technicians assisting in the preparation of prescription orders. Model and demonstrate best practices in medication dispensing. Provide consultation and education to patients on the use of their medications. Ensure adequate inventory of drugs and supplies are kept for the clinic and pharmacy clients and that all record keeping is maintained. Consult with medical providers as needed or on request, providing pharmaceutical information for clinical staff and patients. Actively participate in initiatives designed to promote a safe work environment.

Requirements

• Education/Training: Pharm.D. or Bachelor of Pharmacy with equivalent experience from an accredited college or university
• Experience: Six (6) months of Licensed Pharmacist Experience.
• Required License/Certification: Currently licensed as a Registered Pharmacist in good standing by the Oregon Board of Pharmacy.
• Other: Must have valid CPR / BLS Certification upon hire OR within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Strong Communication Skills.
• Community Pharmacy Experience.
• Cultural Competencies: The position requires the knowledge and understanding of culture, traditions, attitudes, beliefs, social experience and history of those experiencing oppression and barriers to opportunity. This position must demonstrate the knowledge and understanding of the origins and results of the disparities experienced by individuals and families related to racism and social-economic injustices.
• Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

Responsibilities

• Provide Medication dispensing including correct entry of prescription orders into the pharmacy management software, filling of prescription orders, performing drug utilization review of prescription orders for drug/therapeutic appropriateness (DUR).
• Review work of pharmacy technicians assisting in the preparation of prescription orders.
• Model and demonstrate best practices in medication dispensing.
• Provide consultation and education to patients on the use of their medications.
• Ensure adequate inventory of drugs and supplies are kept for the clinic and pharmacy clients and that all record keeping is maintained.
• Consult with medical providers as needed or on request, providing pharmaceutical information for clinical staff and patients.
• Actively participate in initiatives designed to promote a safe work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level