Pharmacist - San Francisco

American Advanced Management; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 202,699,000 - 243,560,000; Full time

Job summary

American Advanced Management in San Francisco, CA, seeks a Pharmacist to fill and dispense medication orders, ensure proper drug handling, and advise healthcare professionals on therapy options. The role includes leadership in the absence of the Director and participation in cost-effective drug therapies.

Requirements include a PharmD or BS in Pharmacy, California Pharmacist license, and BLS certification. Preferred are pharmacokinetics, anticoagulation, ACLS, and EMR experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy is required.
• Current, valid California Pharmacist license is required.
• Current, valid BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required.
• Pharmacokinetics and anticoagulation experience preferred.
• Laminar flow hood and EMR experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fill and dispense medication orders accurately.
• Ensure proper handling, usage and storage of drugs.
• Provide medication therapy information to patients and healthcare staff.
• Lead pharmacy operations in the absence of the Director.
• Participate in Antibiotic Stewardship Program with focus on patient safety.

Skills

Pharmacokinetics

Anticoagulation

EMR systems

IV laminar flow hood

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Tools

Laminar flow hood

Pharmacy dispensing automation

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: San Francisco, CA 94117Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $70.74 - $85.00 HourlyJob Shift: Day

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for the filling and dispensing of medication orders, including the proper handling, usage and storage of drugs in the Pharmacy. Maintain standards set forth by the department and translate policies and procedures into daily operations. Responsible for acting as an information resource to patients, physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals regarding medication therapy and drug-related information and literature. Provides a coordination effort, in conjunction with the medical staff and nursing, in the delivery of quality and cost-effective drug therapies to patients. Participates in the hospital Antibiotic Stewardship Program with a focus on patient safety and public health. Demonstrates a competency to provide pharmaceutical care to patients of all relevant age groups. Provides leadership in the absence of the Director as assigned.

POSITION SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises the following positions: Provides supervision and leadership to the Pharmacy Technicians.

QualificationsLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Bachelor of Science Degree from a College/School of Pharmacy required.

Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Pharmacist in the state of California

Current, valid, and active BLS Certification from the American Heart Association

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree preferred.
• Experience with pharmacokinetics and anticoagulation preferred.
• TPN experience preferred.
• Current, valid and active BLS and ACLS certifications from an approved vendor preferred.
• Previous acute care experienced preferred.Automated pharmacy dispensing.
• IV Laminar flow hood.
• Electronic medical records experienced preferred.
• Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
• Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.