Pharmacist II - Varied - Encinitas Hospital

Scripps Health • Encinitas, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This benefited, full-time Pharmacist II position is based at Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas and works varied 10.25-hour shifts, including AM, PM, and overnight shifts as needed. Generally, every other weekend is required. Eligible new hires may receive a $4,000 retention incentive and up to $3,000 in relocation assistance, subject to the stated eligibility and retention conditions.

The pharmacist provides primarily clinical pharmacy services and direct patient care in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team. The role includes assessing medication orders, participating in rounds and patient care interventions, documenting care, supporting safe drug distribution, and communicating about drug therapy. The pharmacist also contributes to cost-effectiveness initiatives and may precept students or residents. The Encinitas pharmacy team is described as collaborative, proactive, and supported by state-of-the-art technology and innovative tools.

Requirements

• BS Pharmacy or Pharm.D. degree.
• California Pharmacist License.
• AHA BLS for the health care provider and ACLS certifications are required before being trained to respond to codes.
• Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) or other nationally recognized certification required within two years of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a multi-site health system pharmacy enterprise.
• Hospital practice experience.
• Teaching certificate and/or experience precepting students and/or residents.
• PGY1 residency or three years of experience in a relevant practice area.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical pharmacy activities and demonstrate competencies and prescriptive authorities approved by the medical staff.
• Participate in direct patient care with patient care teams.
• Oversee clinical activities of clinical pharmacists in training.
• Round with the medical team and provide patient care interventions.
• Precept students and/or residents as appropriate.
• Review and evaluate individual drug orders for appropriateness, safety, and cost, and document care provided to patients.
• Supervise the drug distribution operation and ensure safe and effective alternatives as appropriate.
• Communicate routinely with physicians, nurses, and patients regarding drug therapy.
• Contribute to initiatives to improve the cost-effectiveness of drug therapy.
• Provide age-specific patient care as established for the area and job title.
• Perform competencies and activities outlined in the Pharmacist Authorities policy.

Benefits

• Benefited position.
• Eligible new hires may receive a $4,000 retention incentive, subject to eligibility conditions.
• Eligible new hires may receive up to $3,000 in relocation assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level