PRE-LICENSED PHARMACIST

California Department of Developmental Services; California; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Intern Pharmacist to join their team at a developmental center. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and dispensing medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. You'll engage in patient consultations and collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize treatment plans. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment while contributing to the well-being of individuals with developmental disabilities. If you're passionate about pharmacy and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Qualifications

• Must be a pre-licensed pharmacist with knowledge of drug dispensing.
• Ability to review medication regimens and provide patient consultations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense drugs under supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Maintain records of drugs and assist in inventory management.

Skills

Pharmaceutical Knowledge

Drug Dispensing

Patient Consultation

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Intern Pharmacist License

Degree in Pharmacy

Tools

Pharmacy Management Software

Job description

Department of Developmental Services - Porterville Developmental Center

JC-468015 - Intern Pharmacist
PRE-LICENSED PHARMACIST

Final Filing Date: Until Filled

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

An Intern Pharmacist may perform all functions of a Pharmacist at the discretion of and under the direct supervision and control of a Pharmacist whose license is in good standing with the State Board of Pharmacy.

Under the supervision of a licensed Pharmacist, the Intern Pharmacist prepares and dispenses drugs and pharmaceutical preparations; fills prescriptions; reviews patients' charts and medication regimens; participates in treatment team meetings; provides ongoing consultation to the treatment teams and the Medical Review Committee; maintains unit dose system; keeps records of drugs, poisons, and narcotics as required by Federal and State laws; properly handles investigational drugs; assists in the preparation of estimates and requisitions for the drugs, sundries and chemicals required, and keeps records of those received, on hand and dispensed.

This position is not eligible for telework, this position is in person only.

Working Conditions

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must possess and maintain sufficient strength, agility, endurance, and sensory ability to perform the duties contained within the Duty Statement.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Ongoing interaction with Pharmacy Staff, Providers, Health Services Specialists, Registered Nurses, Vendors, Program and Unit Staff. Maintain drug supply, inventory, stocking, picking unit doses, packaging, pickup and delivery of drugs, and computer data entry. The competency will be assessed continuously.

Minimum Requirements

• PRE-LICENSED PHARMACIST

The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Electronic application submission is highly encouraged.
Submit a completed standard state application (STD. 678), a copy of degree/transcripts, Intern Pharmacist license, and proof of application as a candidate with the California State Board of Pharmacy to take the Pharmacist licensure examination by the final filing date. Applications submitted for vacancies must include the Position Title and Position Number in the Job Title Section and MUST be signed and dated. Applicants should indicate on their application, in the job title section, the type of eligibility they currently possess and which qualifies them to apply at this time. In the "Employment History” section of the application you must list your current employment history by providing the To and From dates with the month, day and year, the hours per week that you worked, which should be a whole number and not a range and the Total Worked (years/months). You must complete the Duties Performed section on the application. Applications with “see resume” are not acceptable. Applications received without all of this information will be considered incomplete and will not be processed. Candidates who do not submit all of the required documents will not be considered in the selection process. Surplus applicants must attach a copy of their surplus letter. Applications may be obtained from the Human Resources Personnel Office at the Porterville Developmental Center or completed and downloaded from the website indicated below.

Application Instructions

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Developmental Services - Porterville Developmental Center
Attn: HR/Recruitment and Examinations
P.O. Box 2000
Porterville, CA 93258

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Developmental Services - Porterville Developmental Center
HR/Recruitment and Examinations
26501 Ave 140
Porterville, CA 93257
Administration Building, Room 64 (non-operational on weekends and holidays) 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Required Application Package Documents

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Other -
  • Proof of registration as an Intern with the California State Board of Pharmacy
  • Proof of application as a candidate with the California State Board of Pharmacy to take the Pharmacist licensure examination

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview.

As a state employee working for the Department of Developmental Services, you and your family will have access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance benefits in addition to retirement benefits.

Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment. Additional benefits may also be outlined for specific bargaining units in employee collective bargaining contracts. For more information, please visit the links below:

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Confidential Information

Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts.

Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate may be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the California Department of Human Resources.

Cutoff Dates

Applications are being accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled. The first cutoff date will be 04/04/2025 with cutoffs every month thereafter and may be processed as conditions warrant to meet hiring needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.