Staff Pharmacist - Outpatient

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 140,000; Part time

Job summary

Harborview Medical Center’s Pharmacy Department seeks a Staff Pharmacist (Pharmacist 2) to join the Outpatient Pharmacy Team on a per diem, rotating shift basis. You will oversee dispensing, review patient profiles, educate patients, and mentor students and staff while ensuring optimal pharmacotherapy and patient safety.

The role requires one year of pharmacy practice experience or completion of an ASHP-accredited residency and a Washington Pharmacist license, with a focus on delivering

Qualifications

• One year of experience in pharmacy practice or completion of ASHP-accredited residency.
• Washington State Pharmacist license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight for preparation and dispensing of prescription medications.
• Conduct thorough patient profile review for appropriateness, interactions, allergies, dosing, and administration route.
• Interview patients and provide education regarding medications.
• Direct the work of technicians, interns, and residents.
• Provide direct patient screening and education at outpatient pharmacy windows.
• Advise providers on drug therapy based on current literature, safety, efficacy, and cost.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Drug information

Patient education

Mentoring/Teaching

Education

Washington Pharmacist license

Job description

Job Description

The Harborview Medical Center Pharmacy Department is looking for an outstanding Staff Pharmacist (Pharmacist 2) to join our Outpatient Pharmacy Team!

Work Schedule

• Per Diem
• Rotating/Variable Shift

Position Highlights

• Perform clinical and distributive pharmacy duties in any one of the six outpatient pharmacies
• Provide drug information and education to patients, physicians/clinicians, and nurses
• Instruct students, residents, interns, and technicians
• Provide pharmaceutical care to patients

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Provide oversight for the preparation and dispensing of prescription medications
• Conduct a thorough patient profile review to assess the appropriateness of the prescribed medication including monitoring individual patient profiles for drug duplications, interactions, allergies, appropriate dose, strength, and route of administration at the time each order is received
• Interview patients and provide education regarding their medications
• Direct the work of technicians, interns, pharmacy students, and residents
• Perform direct patient screening and education on selected medical conditions at consultation windows in the outpatient pharmacy waiting room
• Recommend appropriate drug therapy based on patient parameters and interpretation of current literature, safety, efficacy, and cost and advise providers about patients' drug therapy

Required Position Qualifications

One year of experience in pharmacy practice or completion of an American Society of Health Systems Pharmacists accredited residency training program.

Legal Requirement

State of Washington Pharmacist license

Condition of Employment

UW Medicine is committed to being a drug-free workplace. We require a pre-employment drug screen.

About Harborview Medical Center

As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

About UW Medicine – Where Your Impact Goes Further

UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits And Position Details

Pay Range Minimum

$70.78 hourly

Pay Range Maximum

$101.29 hourly

Benefits

Other Compensation: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/

Shift

Alternate Work Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a temporary position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)

0.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit

Not Applicable

About The UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives - on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.