Clinical Pharmacist II

Job Details Category: Pharmacy Job Type: Full time Shift: Rotating - 08 Hour Location: Palo Alto, CA Req: P139715-2655333 Employee Group: Non-Exempt/Non-Represented Benefits Eligible: Yes Remote Eligible: No Department: Inpatient Pharmacy Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Job ID: P139715-2655333 Benefits This position is eligible for our Student Loan Assistance Program. You may receive up to $9,600 which will be applied directly to your student loan account. Job Summary As a member of a multidisciplinary health care team, the clinical pharmacist provides consistent clinical, consultative, research, and/or administrative pharmaceutical services for critical care, oncology/hematology, other advanced practice areas or participates as part of the rounding team for acute care areas. Clinical Pharmacists II select, compound, dispense drugs and medicines, may serve as members and consultants on treatment or diagnostic teams, consult with nursing staff and physicians regarding medication orders, disseminate drug information to members of the hospital staff and interested community groups, may participate in hospital research projects or perform pharmaceutical research, and provide recommendations to Clinical Research Pharmacists and Pharmacy management regarding new drug requests and non–formulary applications. Essential Functions The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. Identify differences between drugs as they relate to therapeutic efficacy of the products for all areas including critical care and/or oncology/hematology. Apply knowledge of the physical and chemical properties and characteristics of computing dosages, weighing and measuring drugs, and mixing and compounding drugs and chemicals for all areas including critical care and/or oncology/hematology. Apply knowledge of solubility behavior of substances, stability of drugs, usages of drugs, and limitations on modes of administering drugs, and similarly apply knowledge of incompatibilities in evaluating dosages and permissible concentrations of drugs, and in anticipating, preventing, and treating undesirable chemical reactions for all areas including critical care and/or oncology/hematology. Apply knowledge of pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics. Consistently work in an advanced practice area as assigned by pharmacy leadership to promote and facilitate the adoption and assimilation of best practices and innovations in service, work methods, technology, and operational systems which improve pharmacy service, quality, and productivity. Assist with discharge medication coordination, which may include assistance with prior authorizations and provide discharge medication education to patients. Round with interdisciplinary team in acute care areas to provide drug information, coordinate medications, and provide drug education to patients and families on a rotational basis. Provide in‑service education to pharmacy, nursing, medical residents and fellows, and physicians on medications. Be present for planned bedside procedures, to provide stat medications, as needed. Provide direct consult with providers regarding patients in covered areas. Perform drug monitoring of patients and may make appropriate changes to orders per policy. May participate in department initiatives and projects as assigned by managers. Have legal responsibility for proper interpretation of prescriptions and the dispensing of prescribed products, and call to physician's attention any synergistic, antagonistic, and cumulative effects, as well as questionable overdoses or incompatibilities. Specify proper storage, protection, and handling of therapeutic agents, in accordance with the standards of the United States Pharmacopoeia (U.S.P.) and the manufacturer package insert. Keep continually abreast of new developments in the fast‑moving drug field and be aware of emerging patterns, systems, and techniques in pharmacy practice in their sub‑specialty. Contribute to the accredited teaching programs, and training courses. Participate in the training or preceptorship and education of pharmacists, pharmacy residents, interns, technicians, and pharmacy students. Maintain records, document patient data, prepare written reports, and provide oral reports concerning patient care. Monitor patient medication therapy to ensure safe and effective therapy. Provide drug information to physician, nurses, and other health care professionals as related to medication therapy. Serve and participate in departmental and interdisciplinary committees. Supervise pharmacy technicians. Prepare sterile and non‑sterile products, check and dispense. Manage and control controlled substances. Act as the primary responder to emergency events requiring a licensed pharmacist (Rapid Response, Code Blue Resuscitation). Minimum Qualifications Doctor of Pharmacy degree from a School of Pharmacy accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education. Completion of a PGY‑2 Residency program, or completion of a PGY‑1 Pharmacy Residency Pediatric program, or PGY‑1 and 1 year of related hospital experience, or five (5) years of related hospital experience. Licenses/Certifications: RQI Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support or Basic Life Support by American Heart Association (AHA) Registered Pharmacist by California Board of Pharmacy Pediatric Advanced Life Support by American Heart Association (AHA) within 90 days of hire or RQI Healthcare Provider Pediatric Advanced Life Support Knowledge Knowledge of prescription and non‑prescription drugs and drug products, including indications, efficacy, dosage, mechanisms of action, fate and disposition, major contraindications, and potential side effects. Knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations; pharmacology and pharmacological nomenclature; medical therapeutics, pharmacokinetics, and disease states. Knowledge of methods and procedures involved in proper handling and storing of pharmaceutical supplies. Knowledge of influence of patient's age, sex, concomitant disease states, concurrent drug therapy, foods, and diagnostic procedures on drug activity and disposition. Knowledge of physiology, anatomy, pathology, chemistry, and mathematics as they relate to pharmacy practice. Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to the functional area. Ability to apply judgment and make informed decisions. Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, work independently and meet deadlines. Ability to foster effective working relationships and build consensus with other departments and external vendors. Ability to communicate effectively with others and exercise a high degree of tact in coordinating with and advising other members of hospital staff, patients, and various other professional contacts. Maintain familiarity and operational knowledge of departmental information and technical systems. Ability to work with devices, information systems, automated and technical equipment utilized in pharmacy. Physical Requirements Physical requirements and working conditions are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Pay Range Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range. Minimum to Midpoint Range (Hourly): $82.02 to $102.52. Equal Employment Opportunity Stanford Medicine Children's Health (SMCH) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SMCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. #J-18808-Ljbffr