Pharmacist, Clinical- L348 - WSP

State of Washington; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 166,000 - 203,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacations

Remote work

Bereavement Leave

Sick leave

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Flex spending accounts

Dependent care assistance

Deferred compensation

Job summary

Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) seeks a Clinical Pharmacist at the WA State Penitentiary in Walla Walla, WA. This is a full-time, permanent position within Health Services, dedicated to evidence-based pharmaceutical care for DOC patients and collaboration with the clinical team to optimize outcomes.

Responsibilities include monitoring therapy, conducting patient assessments, and leading medication stewardship and CQIP activities.

Qualifications

• Valid Washington State Pharmacist License.
• PharmD degree with clinical experience preferred.
• Residency in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based pharmaceutical care to DOC patients.
• Collaborate with the clinical team on drug therapies.
• Lead stewardship activities and medication monitoring programs.
• Develop drug monographs for P&T Committee review.
• Support policy development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Educate staff and patients on safe medication use.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Communication

Education

Valid Washington State Pharmacist License

PharmD or equivalent clinical residency experience

Job description

Clinical Pharmacist (Full Time, Permanent)

Annual Salary Range: $166,428 to $202,704

Position Hours: 0730-1600, Sat/Sun off

The Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a highly motivated and qualified professional to join the Health Services team as a Clinical Pharmacist, located at the WA State Penitentiary in Walla Walla, WA

The mission of Health Services is: "To provide medically necessary care that promotes wellness".

This position supports the agency's mission by enhancing patient health and wellness via the provision of evidence-based pharmaceutical care directly to DOC patients receiving clinical services in DOC facilities and in preparation for re-entry into the community.

The primary objective of this position is to apply these evidence-based practices to better optimize therapeutic outcomes, provide cost-effective pharmacotherapy, and educate staff and patients on proper medication utilization; therefore, focusing on best practice patient-centered care.

This position is directly responsible for managing pharmaceutical resources in accordance with DOC Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) Committee direction, DOC Health Services Policy, and Federal and state Law.

• Maintains proficiency in DOC Health Plan-provided services and knowledge necessary to provide safe and effective medication therapy, including evidence-based medication treatment, disease management, and legal and regulatory requirements related to pharmacy.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to individualize drug therapies promoting safe, effective, and economical patient care.
• Completes patient assessments, monitoring and reviews patient health records/profiles to identify, prevent, or mitigate drug-related problems, improper drug or dose selection, sub-therapeutic dosage, overdosage, adverse drug reactions, drug interactions, failure to receive drugs, untreated indications, medication use without an indication and treatment failures.
• Makes appropriate evidence-based, patient-centered medication recommendations. Provides comprehensive written and/or oral medication information and patient consultation communication to other healthcare professionals, including literature search and critical evaluation of the involved topic.
• Utilizes the patient health record and other appropriate documentation systems to communicate with other healthcare professionals and to document specific pharmacotherapeutic recommendations.
• Works under approved collaborative drug therapy agreements (CDTA) to initiate or adjust therapy to include the ordering and interpretation of laboratory testing.
• Participates in clinic/infirmary rounds and/or conferences with other healthcare professionals. Assesses medication therapy and recommends management solutions as appropriate.
• Actively leads and/or participates in stewardship activities and medication.
• monitoring/management programs such as anticoagulation management, pain management, diabetes care, oncology, antibiotic stewardship, etc.
• Provides patient counseling and education.

Assists the Director of Pharmacy with the management of pharmacy-related clinical and operational programs.

• Participates in review of Non-Formulary Requests.
• Serves as a pharmacist member of the Pharmacy and Therapeutics, (P&T) Committee; attends all scheduled meetings.
• Reviews assigned Formulary sections as assigned for new safety, efficacy and/or cost information and presents to the P&T Committee.
• Develop drug monographs for P&T Committee review of new drug classes or new drugs for addition to the Formulary.
• Assists in the development of medication-specific protocols to guide treatment.
• Performs assigned Drug Use Evaluations including safety and cost assessments and report to the P&T Committee.
• Provides Health Care Entity oversight of assigned facility as Responsible Pharmacy Manager per WAC 246-945-310.
• Monitors and updates facility medication management processes to improve the efficiency and accuracy of medication distribution and administration in consultation with the Director of Pharmacy.
• Coordinates with and makes recommendations to the Director of Pharmacy related to policy and procedure updates.

Participates in DOC Coordinated Quality Improvement Program (CQIP) activities.

• Coordinates with central pharmacy, facility and statewide quality teams regarding medication therapy safety issues.
• Identifies high-risk patients and implements interventions to improve quality and safety.
• Participates in the Medication Incident Review process.
• Actively attends local CQIP meetings.
• Provides education in-services to facility health services and other pharmacy staff.
• Presents at educational conferences to multidisciplinary staff, as requested.

Other duties as assigned

• Promotes safety be an active participant, be aware, be alert, act safely, and make recommendations.
• Attends all required training.
• Actively reviews and responds to agency correspondence.
• Performs or assists with inspections.
• Remains current concerning DOC Health Services policies and procedures.
• Provides primary preceptorship of student pharmacists and pharmacy residents, if applicable.
• Participates in prescription processing as operational needs arise.

What we need (Required Qualifications)

• Valid Washington State Pharmacist License

Desired (What we would prefer) Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of pharmacy with aDoctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)degree AND the equivalent ofTwo (2) yearsof clinical consultative pharmacy experience.
• OR
• Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy, with clinical emphasis. A completed Residency Program in Clinical Pharmacy AND Two (2) yearsof clinical consultative pharmacy experience.
• OR
• Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy with clinical emphasis AND the equivalent of Five (5) yearsof clinical pharmacy consultative experience.
• Pharmacy residency desired.
• Board of Pharmacy Specialties certification in Ambulatory Care, Geriatric Care, Infectious Disease, Oncology, Pharmacotherapy or Psychiatric Pharmacy desired.
• Hospital, Long Term Care or Managed Care Pharmacy experience preferred.

Mission

Mission: The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.

Our Vision

Working together for safer communities.

Our Commitment

To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.

Our Core Values

• Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
• Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
• People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
• Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
• Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.

IMPORTANT NOTES

• DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
• DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

• A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
• We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
• Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self‑defense and/or de‑escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
• Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
• This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.
• Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Refer to WAC 296-842 to learn more.
• Must be able to work in spaces, climb stairs, walk long distances, and frequently lift up to 30 pounds. Under rare circumstances this position may be required to lift or carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 100 pounds.
• Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.
• Candidates who are offered a job with the Department of Corrections must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
• Salary is based on experience and is determined at the time a final offer of employment is made.

We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies

Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace.

• Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
• Respectfully acknowledge people's differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.
• Promote inclusiveness.
• Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
• Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.

What We Offer

As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:

• Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
• Remote/telework/flexible schedules (depending on position)
• 3 days of bereavement Leave
• 8 hours of paid sick leave per month
• 12 paid holidays a year
• Generous retirement plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Deferred Compensation and so much more!

Retirement Options

• PERS: State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, visit the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) or call 800-547-6657.
• PSERS: Many positions within DOC are covered by the Public Safety Employees' Retirement System (PSERS). If someone moves from a PERS-eligible position to a PSERS eligible position, they will retire under two different systems/plans. Contact DRS for more information.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.

For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email [e-mail] or call us at 509-907-7808 For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.