Hospital Pharmacy Specialist — Dosing & Patient Care

Kaiser Permanente; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Downey, CA, seeks a licensed pharmacist responsible for monitoring and optimizing medication therapy across inpatient and ambulatory settings. You will collaborate with clinicians, provide dosing guidance, and educate patients and families regarding medications and safety.

Responsibilities include reviewing orders, ensuring formulary adherence, and supporting a safe medication distribution system in a dynamic hospital environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1200 hours inpatient pharmacy experience in the last 5 years or completion of ASHP-accredited residency.
• Must meet one of: board certification in pediatrics or critical care OR PGY2 in critical care/pediatrics OR 500 NICU/Peds/PICU hours with intent to obtain BDPPS/BCCCP.
• California Pharmacist License and related registrations (CSUR, NPI, ACLS/PALS as required).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and optimize medication therapy for hospitalized or ambulatory patients.
• Collaborate with health care team to develop patient-specific plans.
• Provide pharmacokinetic dosing advice to medical personnel.
• Educate patients and caregivers on medication use and safety.
• Oversee medication distribution and ensure accurate dispensing.

Skills

Pharmacotherapy knowledge

Aseptic technique

Patient counseling

Interprofessional collaboration

Education

Pharmacy degree

Pharm.D. preferred

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Downey, CA, seeks a licensed pharmacist responsible for monitoring and optimizing medication therapy across inpatient and ambulatory settings. You will collaborate with clinicians, provide dosing guidance, and educate patients and families regarding medications and safety.

Responsibilities include reviewing orders, ensuring formulary adherence, and supporting a safe medication distribution system in a dynamic hospital environment.