Clinical Pharmacist - PACE

AltaMed Health Services Corporation; Huntington Park (CA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement savings plans with 1

Flexible Spending Accounts

Commuter Flexible Spending

Career Advancement & Development

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Paid CME Days

Malpractice insurance and tailCoverage

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Discounts

Referral Bonus Program

Pet Care Insurance

Job summary

AltaMed Health Services Corp. in California is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist (PACE) to work with the healthcare team and patients, delivering ambulatory pharmaceutical care, dispensing medications, and educating patients.

The role emphasizes collaboration with other health professionals, managing drug therapy, and ensuring safe, effective care across the patient population.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy degree and CA license required.
• Board certification (BCACP) or residency preferred.
• Minimum 2 years practicing pharmacist; 3+ preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese strongly preferred.
• Valid BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide ambulatory pharmaceutical care services per guidelines.
• Dispense medications in collaboration with healthcare team.
• Manage patient drug therapy and educate patients.
• Coordinate with health professionals to optimize outcomes.

Skills

CA pharmacist license

BCACP or residency

2+ years pharmacist experience

Bilingual English/Spanish/Mandarin/C-C

BLS certification

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy

ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy

Job description

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn't just welcomed - it's nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don't just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it's a calling that drives us forward every day.

Job Overview

The Clinical Pharmacist (PACE) position will work directly with the healthcare team and patients to provide safe and effective pharmacy services in addition to the dispensing of medications. The pharmacist will provide ambulatory pharmaceutical care services using approved guidelines in collaboration with other health professionals, including managing patient drug therapy and providing patient education.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduate of an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and a California pharmacist license required, or be certified by the Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Equivalency Committee (FPGEC) issued by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy
• Board certification (BCACP) in ambulatory care or completion of a Pharmacy practice residency is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years as a practicing Pharmacist is required, 3 years is strongly preferred.
• Bilingual: English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese, strongly preferred
• A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines..

Compensation

$123,607.91 - $154,509.89 annually

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Career Advancement & Development opportunities
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid CME Days
• Malpractice insurance and tail coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Corporate Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Pet Care Insurance

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.