Allied Technician - Pharmacist

Adventist Health Portland (AHPL); Portland (OR); On-site; USD 165,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Portland in Portland, OR seeks a licensed Pharmacist for a 13-week travel assignment. The role focuses on compounding, preparation, dispensing, and ensuring medication safety within a high-paced setting.

The Pharmacist will oversee proper handling of pharmaceuticals, translate policies into daily operations, and supervise technical staff. Hospital experience and state licensure are preferred for this position.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy; Pharmacist license in state of practice required.
• Two years of technical experience preferred; clinical pharmacist experience in regulatory area preferred.
• One year of hospital pharmacy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process medication orders promptly and verify accuracy.
• Ensure therapy is efficacious, safe, and cost-effective.
• Verify indications, dosages, routes, frequencies, and allergy history.
• Manage daily medication utilization reports based on rounds.
• Perform quality assurance in pharmacy areas; participate in clinical rounds.
• Comply with formulary requirements and maintain documentation.
• Collaborate with leadership and procurement to purchase medications and supplies.

Skills

Pharmacist license

Clinical pharmacist

Regulatory compliance

Education

Graduate of accredited school of pharmacy

Bachelor's Degree: Preferred

Job description

Details

Job Type Travel

Offering Allied

Profession Allied Technician

Specialty Pharmacist

Weekly Pay $3260.0

Shift Details

Shift 5X8 Days

Scheduled Hours 40

Job Order Details

Start Date 11/02/2026

End Date 02/01/2027

Duration 13 Week(s)

Job Description

Pharmacist

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Pharmacist to join our healthcare team. This role is essential in providing whole-person care to patients through the compounding, preparation, mixing, manufacturing, and dispensing of medications. The ideal candidate will utilize a high level of technical and organizational skills while demonstrating critical thinking abilities in a fast-paced environment.

Job Summary

The Pharmacist will oversee the proper handling, usage, and storage of pharmaceuticals within the pharmacy department. Responsibilities include maintaining departmental standards, translating policies and procedures into daily operations, and supervising and training assigned technical personnel.

Education and Work Experience

• Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy: Required
• Bachelor's Degree: Preferred
• Two years of technical experience: Preferred
• Two years of experience as a clinical pharmacist specializing in a regulatory area: Preferred
• One year of hospital pharmacy experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Pharmacist license in the state of practice: Required
• All licensures and certifications required to fulfill the duties of a Pharmacist at the state level: Required

Essential Functions

• Process, enter, verify, and send medication orders promptly, ensuring compliance with departmental policies, Joint Commission standards, and regulatory guidelines.
• Ensure medication therapy is efficacious, safe, convenient, and cost-effective, while establishing optimal therapeutic outcomes.
• Assure that medication prescribing is appropriate regarding indication, dosage, route, frequency, and allergy history, avoiding duplication or interaction with other medications.
• Manage daily reports on medication utilization based on rounds, identifying areas needing medication improvement.
• Perform quality assurance procedures within pharmacy-related work areas.
• Participate in all pharmacy-related tasks and programs, including clinical rounds in various departments as needed.
• Implement necessary changes to meet regulatory, accreditation, licensing, and government standards and laws.
• Assist in departmental cost-saving initiatives.
• Comply with drug formulary requirements and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Collaborate with leadership and procurement teams to purchase medications and related supplies, ensuring adherence to medication safety standards.

If you are passionate about providing exceptional pharmaceutical care and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position. Join us in making a positive impact on the health and well-being of our community!

Client Details

Address 10123 SE Market Street

City Portland

State OR

Zip Code 97216