Clinical Pharmacist - Pharmacy - FT

Washington Hospital; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. in Fremont, California is looking for a pharmacist responsible for evaluating medication orders, adjusting drug therapies, and providing drug information. Candidates must possess a Doctorate in Pharmacy (PharmD), a current CA Pharmacy license, and ideally have at least two years of inpatient clinical experience. The role involves covering shifts as needed and participating in quality improvement activities. The salary range offered is between $103.39 and $127.88 per hour.

Qualifications

• Current CA Pharmacy license required.
• ACLS certification desired.
• At least 2 years of prior recent inpatient clinical experience or completion of ASHP-accredited residency required.

Responsibilities

• Review physician medication orders for appropriateness and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor and adjust patient drug therapies according to pharmacy protocols.
• Provide drug information to patients and other healthcare providers.

Skills

Effective communication skills (written and verbal)

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Knowledge of computer systems/EPIC

Good planning and organizational skills

Emotional stamina to work in a stressful environment

Barcode knowledge

Education

Doctorate in Pharmacy (PharmD)

Graduate of an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy

Completion of ASHP-accredited residency

Job description

Description

Responsible for reviewing physician medication orders (EPIC CPOE) for appropriateness and cost-effectiveness, monitoring and adjusting patient drug therapies according to many pharmacy-driven protocols, and providing drug information to patients and other healthcare providers. Providing pharmaceutical care including anticoagulant, PK, renal dosing, IV to PO, insulin dosing, antimicrobial stewardship, and many other pharmacy protocols. Drug therapy management via established policies and procedures, ensuring that the pharmacy provides optimal services on a daily basis. Pharmacists will also be involved in quality improvement activities, distributive activities and overseeing techs, precepting PharmD students and PGY1 residents. In addition, may also be assigned other duties as required. Oncology experiences are a plus.

Salary Range

$103.39 - $127.88

Education Requirements

Graduate of an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy, Doctorate in Pharmacy (PharmD) and completion of an ASHP-accredited residency program or at least two (2) years of an inpatient clinical experience desired. ACLS certification desired. Strong knowledge of computer systems/EPIC, Pyxis, barcoding and inpatient workflow.

Licensure / Certification Requirements

Current CA Pharmacy license required. ASHP-accredited Residency, ACLS, BLS preferred.

Experience Requirements

Oncology and Transition of Care experiences are preferred. Required at least two (2) years of prior recent inpatient clinical experience or completion of ASHP-accredited residency required. Must be able to cover day, evening, or night shifts as needed, including weekends and holidays, and coverage for sick calls and vacations.

Special Skills / Abilities

Effective communication skills (written and verbal) in English required. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications and proficient with EPIC desired. Good planning and organizational skills, as well as the emotional stamina to work in a stressful environment desired. Must possess computer and barcode knowledge, including pharmacy operations. Must be able to cover all shifts as needed.