On-Call Pharmacist

Multnomah County; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 96,000 - 126,000; Part time

Job summary

Multnomah County Health Department seeks a licensed Pharmacist to join the on-call Pharmacy Services team in Portland. The role dispenses medications, reviews orders, and educates patients while maintaining inventory and collaborating with clinicians across clinics.

Ideal candidates hold a Pharm.D. or equivalent and have at least six months of pharmacist experience, with CPR/BLS certification required upon hire. The position offers overtime eligibility and relocation support where applicable.

Qualifications

• TO QUALIFY: combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills.
• Education/Training: Pharm.D. or Bachelor of Pharmacy with equivalent experience from an accredited college or university; AND
• Experience: Six (6) months of Licensed Pharmacist Experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide medication dispensing including entry of prescription orders into the pharmacy management software, filling prescriptions, and performing DUR.
• Review work of pharmacy technicians assisting in the preparation of prescription orders.
• Model and demonstrate best practices in medication dispensing.
• Provide consultation and education to patients on medication use.
• Ensure adequate inventory of drugs and supplies for the clinic and pharmacy clients with proper record keeping.
• Consult with medical providers, providing pharmaceutical information for clinical staff and patients.
• Participate in initiatives to promote a safe work environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Community pharmacy experience

Cultural competencies

Education

Pharm.D. or Bachelor of Pharmacy with equivalent experience

Six months of licensed pharmacist experience

Job description

Pay Range: $69.77 - $91.78 Hourly

Department: Health Department

Job Type: On-Call

Exemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): October 24, 2026

The Opportunity

Multnomah County Health Department (MCHD) works with communities to advance health equity, protect the most vulnerable, and promote health and wellness for everyone. Come join a team that includes Portland's most outstanding healthcare professionals! The mission of MCHD Pharmacy Services is to provide exceptional pharmaceutical care for vulnerable, underinsured and uninsured clients of the MCHD. We deliver cost-effective medication and medication management services that positively and compassionately impacts the health and well-being of those we serve.

Responsibilities

• Provide Medication dispensing including correct entry of prescription orders into the pharmacy management software, filling of prescription orders, performing drug utilization review of prescription orders for drug/therapeutic appropriateness (DUR).
• Review work of pharmacy technicians assisting in the preparation of prescription orders.
• Model and demonstrate best practices in medication dispensing.
• Provide consultation and education to patients on the use of their medications.
• Ensure adequate inventory of drugs and supplies are kept for the clinic and pharmacy clients and that all record keeping is maintained.
• Consult with medical providers as needed or on request, providing pharmaceutical information for clinical staff and patients.
• Actively participate in initiatives designed to promote a safe work environment.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Health Department employee you will create a work culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.

Qualifications

TO QUALIFY: We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: Education/Training: Pharm.D. or Bachelor of Pharmacy with equivalent experience from an accredited college or university; AND Experience: Six (6) months of Licensed Pharmacist Experience. Required License/Certification: Currently licensed as a Registered Pharmacist in good standing by the Oregon Board of Pharmacy. Other: Must have valid CPR / BLS Certification upon hire OR within 30 days of hire. Preferred Qualifications/ Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/ transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Strong Communication Skills.
• Community Pharmacy Experience.
• Cultural Competencies: The position requires the knowledge and understanding of culture, traditions, attitudes, beliefs, social experience and history of those experiencing oppression and barriers to opportunity. This position must demonstrate the knowledge and understanding of the origins and results of the disparities experienced by individuals and families related to racism and social-economic injustices.

Equal Pay Law

Please note that the pay range provided for this position is meant to give a general idea of the potential earnings for the role. However, the actual compensation will be determined according to the Oregon Equal Pay Law, taking into consideration factors such as candidates relevant experience and education. Candidates should anticipate initial offers within the listed pay range, which may not necessarily be at or near the highest end of the range.

Inclement Weather and Disasters - Serving the Public, Even During Disasters

Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.

Additional Information

Type of Position: This position is eligible for overtime. Type: Represented FLSA: Non-Exempt Location: Gladys McCoy Building - 619 NW 6th Ave Portland OR 97209. This position will float between the various Multnomah County Clinic Pharmacies based on coverage needs. Schedule: Monday - Friday. Shift times vary between 8:30AM to 5PM, 9AM to 5:30PM, and 9:30AM to 6PM. In accordance with Oregon Law, Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.

DEI Statements

At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals. Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Recruiter

Eddie Barbar Email: [e-mail] Phone: [phone]

Job Description

We're glad you are considering a career that gives back and supports the community. Working for Multnomah County means having the opportunity to make a real difference in the community, no matter what position you hold. We provide a wide array of essential services including health, community justice, roads, elections, libraries, jails, bridges, tax and assessment, marriage licenses, animal services, mental health and addiction services and more. Our organization’s top priority is to meet the many needs of our residents. Learn more about who we are, what we do, and why it matters.