Pharmacist - Evenings - Inpatient

Dev

Azusa (CA)

On-site

USD 82,752 - 132,401

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A top healthcare institution in California is seeking an Inpatient Pharmacist for the evening shift. The role involves supervising medication management activities, providing clinical services, and supporting residency training. Candidates must possess a Pharm.D., hold a valid California pharmacist license, and have BLS certification. The position offers a competitive salary, rotating weekends, and is crucial for enhancing patient care within a leading hospital environment.

Qualifications

Current pharmacist licensure in California.
BLS certification for CPR and Code Blue Procedure.
Ability to extract information related to patient care.

Responsibilities

Supervising medication management activities.
Providing clinical and drug distribution services.
Teaching and serving as a preceptor for training programs.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Patient-centered communication

Pharmaceutical calculations

Ability to assess pharmacological principles

Knowledge of laws and regulations

Education

Pharm.D. or equivalent degree

Completion of PGY1 and/or PGY2 residency

Job description

Jobs for Humanity is partnering with CEDARS-SINAI to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. Therefore, we prioritize individuals from the following communities: Refugee, Neurodivergent, Single Parent, Blind or Low Vision, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Black, Hispanic, Asian, Military Veterans, the Elderly, the LGBTQ community, and Justice-Impacted individuals. This position is open to candidates who reside in and have the legal right to work in the country where the job is located.

Job Description

Make a Difference in Pharmacy

When the work you do every day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters. This shared culture of passion and dedication pulses through Cedars-Sinai, and it’s just one of the many reasons it was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as #1 Hospital in California. Cedars-Sinai continues to be acknowledged as a world leader in patient care, education and research.

Our 886-bed nonprofit, acute, tertiary, teaching Level I trauma center hospital is located in the heart of Los Angeles. The Pharmacy Department has over 450 staff members who provide comprehensive inpatient pharmacy services as well as outpatient services via two cancer centers, outpatient pharmacies and ambulatory care clinics.

The full-time evening shift Inpatient Pharmacist at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is responsible for the daily organization and supervision of medication management activities in their areas, including but not limited to provision of clinical and drug distribution services and other duties as assigned.

1:30 pm - 12:00 am (OPEN FOR DISCUSSION ON SET SCHEDULE)

This is a 10-hour evening position with rotating weekends and rotates to help assist on graveyards.

Educational Requirements:

Pharm.D. or equivalent degree from an accredited school of pharmacy in the USA.
Completion of a PGY1 and/or PGY2 residency or equivalent practice experience.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements:

Current pharmacist licensure in the State of California.
BLS certification as outlined in the Pharmacist Responsibilities in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (C.P.R.) and Code Blue Procedure: Pharmacy Policy and Procedure

What else are we looking for?

Completion of a PGY1 and/or PGY2 residency or equivalent practice experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology as related to drug usage.
Comprehensive knowledge of common disease states and pathologies.
Ability to comprehend patient medical management plans.
Ability to assess and apply current pharmacological and biopharmaceutical principles for the selection and use of drug products in a clinical setting.
Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources and relate it to the patient care plan.
Possess the verbal and written communication skills required to fulfill the pharmacist’s responsibilities.
Ability to teach and serve as preceptor for training programs.
Ability to prepare drugs needed for immediate administration.
Ability to provide recommendations and monitor the use of drugs.
Knowledge of laws, regulations and standards relative to pharmacy practice.
Ability to adapt to change.
Ability to prioritize workflow.
Ability to evaluate medication regimens to meet the therapeutic needs of patients.
Ability to learn and adapt to the use of automated information systems in daily practice.
Demonstrated competency in techniques of pharmaceutical calculations, compounding and pharmacokinetics.
Possess patient-centered communication skills.
Possess computer skills necessary to perform job functions.
Exceptions to be approved by the Chief Pharmacy Officer or designee.