Pharmacy Program Coordinator - Specialty Pharmacy

Cedars-Sinai; Beverly Hills (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai is seeking a Specialty Pharmacist Program Coordinator in Beverly Hills, California. In this role, you will assist in overseeing specialty pharmacy programs and be accountable for decisions affecting patient care. The ideal candidate will possess a Pharm.D., complete a residency, and have excellent knowledge of medical terminology and disease states. The position offers a chance to work in a leading healthcare environment dedicated to nursing excellence.

Qualifications

• Current pharmacist licensure in the State of California.
• Comprehensive knowledge of common disease states and pathologies.
• Ability to comprehend patient medical management plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of specialty pharmacy related programs.
• Ensure tasks are performed to maintain specialty pharmacy accreditation(s).
• Assess and monitor the use of drugs in clinical settings.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology related to drug usage

Ability to assess and apply pharmacological principles

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Patient-centered communication skills

Education

Pharm.D. or equivalent degree from an accredited school of pharmacy

Completion of a PGY1 and/or PGY2 residency

Job description

Job Description

When the work you do every single 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 we’ve achieved our six‑consecutive Magnet designation for nursing excellence. From working with a team of premier healthcare professionals to using state‑of‑the‑art facilities, you’ll have everything you need to do something incredible—for yourself, and for others. Join us, and discover why we are tied #1 in California and ten years in a row on the "Best Hospitals" Honor Roll.

Days/Hours: Monday - Friday, Day Shift

As a Specialty Pharmacist Program Coordinator at Cedars‑Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California, you will assist, under the direction of the Specialty Pharmacy Manager, and be accountable to the Specialty Pharmacy for all decisions affecting patients/consumers. You will assist in the development and oversight of specialty pharmacy related programs, including operations and clinical decision‑making aspects of the program. You will be responsible for ensuring required tasks are performed to maintain specialty pharmacy accreditation(s) and for being knowledgeable in disease‑state management involving specialty pharmacy medications.

Qualifications

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

• Current pharmacist licensure in the State of California.

• 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.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, occasional sitting, pushing & pulling, lifting materials up to 40 pounds for distances up to 10 feet.