Pharmacist, Ambulatory Care, Full-Time, Variable Shift at Adventist Health

Lodi, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jul, 26

Salary

99.9

Posted On

07 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Pharmacotherapy, Clinical judgment, Medication utilization review, Patient care, Regulatory compliance, Drug therapy consultation, Critical thinking, Controlled substance record maintenance, Mentoring, Training, Independent decision-making, Ambulatory care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Centered in the heart of San Joaquin County, Adventist Health Lodi Memorial has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1952. We are comprised of a 190-bed hospital, 17 medical offices, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Lodi and the surrounding areas. Lodi is known for its small-town charm, extensive vineyards and delicious local restaurants and bakeries. The allure of Lodi's close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to major metropolitan cities in the Bay Area and Sacramento, as well as a quick drive to Lake Tahoe or the Northern California coast. Job Summary: Provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care to outpatient clinic patients to ensure safe and effective drug therapy, taking into consideration patient’s diagnosis, prescribed treatment, age group and other identified needs. Uses independent decision-making, clinical judgment, and in-depth knowledge of pharmacotherapy and therapeutics. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: * Graduate of a school of pharmacy recognized by State of California Board of Pharmacy: Required * Bachelor's Degree: Preferred * One years' ambulatory care residency or three years' clinical work experience: Preferred * Two years' experience as a clinical pharmacist specializing in a regulatory area: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: * Pharmacist license in the state of practice: Required * Registered Pharmacist licensure in state of practice: Required * Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialists (BCPS) or equivalent, or three years' experience in ambulatory care: Preferred * California Advanced Practice certification within one year of hire: Preferred Essential Functions: * Coordinates clinical pharmacy applications to patient care. Reviews medication utilization to establish the best therapeutic outcomes. Assures that medication prescribing is optimal with respect to indication, dose, route, frequency, history of allergy, and does not duplicate or interact with the effects of other drugs. Exercises independent judgment on complex Pharmacy cases. Provides direct patient care pursuant to collaborative agreements specific to the practice setting. * Provides medication consults on drug therapy and drug dosages using a high level of technical skill and critical thinking ability. * Provides consultant services to various medical staff committees and demonstrates clinical knowledge and skill regarding medications used in the care of newborn, infant, toddler, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. * Maintains controlled substance records according to established procedures. Assists and audits regulatory compliance. * Participates in training programs for pharmacists and other ancillary hospital personnel. Mentors and trains staff as needed. * Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Organizational Requirements: Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein. Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

Responsibilities

Provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care to outpatient clinic patients to ensure safe and effective drug therapy. Coordinates clinical pharmacy applications, reviews medication utilization, and provides medication consults using critical thinking.