Pharmacist - Glendale, California

Job Description

Job Description

This opportunity focuses on pharmacy professionals dedicated to transitions of care and ambulatory care services within a dynamic hospital environment. The primary responsibility is to support patients before discharge by providing thorough medication education and counseling, ensuring patients understand their medication regimens and have refills ready before leaving the hospital. This role supports a "meds to beds" approach aimed at improving medication adherence and patient health outcomes post-discharge.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage with patients to review and counsel on medication regimens prior to discharge
• Coordinate medication refills to ensure seamless transition from hospital to home
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to support the "meds to beds" program
• Contribute to ambulatory care initiatives within the health system’s outpatient clinics and hospital units

Desired Experience and Qualifications:

• Licensed Pharmacist with a focus or interest in transitions of care or ambulatory care pharmacy
• Preference for new PGY1 residency graduates; candidates without PGY1 will also be considered
• Experience in retail or outpatient pharmacy settings is welcomed
• Fluency in Spanish is a highly desirable asset to support diverse patient populations

Location:

• Glendale, CA (within the Los Angeles County Department of Health System)

Additional Information:This is a contract position with the potential to transition to permanent employment. The health system often utilizes contract roles to bridge staffing needs while permanent hiring processes are underway, which may take several months.

Apply now to contribute to improving patient outcomes through effective medication management at a leading public health system. This position offers the chance to build your career in an impactful, patient-focused environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Compensation for this position ranges from $61.00 to $76.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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