Ambulatory Care Pharmacist (Per Diem) — Flexible Shifts

Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Part time

Job summary

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is seeking a pharmacist for a flexible, per diem role in Salem, Oregon. You will support safe, patient-centered medication therapy across ambulatory care settings, collaborating with providers, nurses, and care teams while supervising pharmacy staff.

The position requires a PharmD (or Bachelor of Pharmacy) and BLS certification within two months of hire; Pharmacy Residency is preferred. Shifts are variable and coverage is as needed.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist qualifications include PharmD (or Bachelor of Pharmacy as equivalent).
• BLS certification required within two months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate patient electronic medical records, including medical history, clinical and laboratory data, and current medications (including OTC and home therapies).
• Evaluate and verify provider medication orders for appropriate drug selection, dosage, route, stability, and potential interactions; recommend therapy changes as appropriate
• Monitor and manage medication therapy for ambulatory patients to ensure optimal, cost-effective outcomes
• Communicate with prescribing providers to resolve medication-related issues and document therapeutic interventions.
• Provide medication information, drug therapy recommendations, and pharmacokinetic dosing guidance to medical staff.
• Order and adjust medication dosages, order laboratory tests, and administer medications under protocol in accordance with established policies.
• Supervises and directs activities of certified pharmacy technicians, pharmacy interns and pharmacy students as well as pharmacy residents who assist the pharmacist in the practice of pharmacy.
• Verify accuracy of medication preparation and dispensing performed by pharmacy personnel.
• Serve as a liaison to assigned departments or clinics, supporting medication inventory management, par levels, and required inspections.
• Participate in special projects, extended coverage, or unexpected staffing needs as required in an unscheduled capacity.

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Bachelor of Pharmacy

Job description

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is seeking a pharmacist for a flexible, per diem role in Salem, Oregon. You will support safe, patient-centered medication therapy across ambulatory care settings, collaborating with providers, nurses, and care teams while supervising pharmacy staff.

The position requires a PharmD (or Bachelor of Pharmacy) and BLS certification within two months of hire; Pharmacy Residency is preferred. Shifts are variable and coverage is as needed.