Clinical Pharmacy Coordinator

Desert Care Network; Indio (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital is seeking a Pharmacist to support the Director of Pharmacy in operating the department. The role includes overseeing pharmacy operations, ensuring safe medication use, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualified candidates hold a PharmD or BS in Pharmacy with hospital inpatient experience and an active license; leadership experience is preferred. The position is full-time with an 8-hour shift, Mon-Fri, 8:00am-4:30pm.

Qualifications

• PharmD or BS in Pharmacy.
• Active Pharmacy license.
• Residency training or 3 years experience in hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the employees and processes within the Pharmacy.
• Coordinates implementation of new programs and processes as directed by the Director of Pharmacy Services.
• Oversees compounding, dispensing, ordering, and proper storage of all pharmaceuticals.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.

Education

PharmD or BS in Pharmacy

Job description

Overview

John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Job type: Full Time

Shift: 8 HRS

Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday

Supports The Director Of Pharmacy In The Direction Of The Operations Of The Pharmacy Department. This Individual’s Responsibilities Include (but Are Not Limited To):

Administrative

• Oversees the employees and processes within the Pharmacy.
• Coordinates the implementation of new programs and processes as directed by the Director of Pharmacy Services.
• Oversees the compounding, dispensing, ordering, and proper storage of all pharmaceuticals

Regulatory Compliance

• Assists in assuring TJC requirements and Medicare Conditions of Participation are met.
• Assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure the appropriate operations of the department.
• Maintains a system of record keeping, accountability, and documentation with the current applicable local, state and federal statues regarding the practice of Pharmacy.

Education

• Oversees the creation and maintenance of Pharmacy staff competencies.
• Accountable for the development and implementation of Pharmacy education provided at the orientation of new hospital staff.
• Accountable for the education of Pharmacy students on clinical rotation.

Medication Safety

• Liaisons with the organization’s Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee and all other pertinent hospital committees to facilitate the development, implementation, and maintenance of systems that promote desirable patient outcomes through the use of safe, appropriate, cost-effective medication therapy.
• Oversees patient monitoring program in order to evaluate and optimize patient outcomes, drug utilization and patient compliance, detecting and addressing Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs), etc.

Clinical Pharmacy

• Implements, coordinates and evaluates all clinical Pharmacy services, ensuring the competency, compliance and professional development of Pharmacy staff.
• Maintains current knowledge of pharmacotherapy standards as well as trends in the healthcare industry.
• Performs duties of a staff pharmacist as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.

Drug Diversion

• Accountable for maintaining and monitoring pharmaceutical and narcotic supplies in a manner consistent with TENET and hospital policy.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• PharmD or BS in Pharmacy with 3 years hospital inpatient Pharmacist experience.
• An active Pharmacy license.
• Residency training or 3 years experience in hospital setting.
• Minimum of 1 years in a leadership position, preferred.
• Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation bodies, survey standards, and outcomes metrics

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (PharmD, MS, MBA, MHA)
• Pharmacy residency or fellowship training

Organization Description

Desert Care Network serves the healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin regions in Southern California with three hospitals Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio and Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. The hospital network provides advanced care with services such as comprehensive stroke care, a cancer center, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the only Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the Coachella Valley.

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, $72.00 - $115.21 hourly **Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience,