On-Call Pharmacist

On-Call Pharmacist

This recruitment will be used to fill various On-Call Pharmacist positions throughout the Multnomah County Pharmacy Clinics. Encouraged applicants should apply immediately without delay.

Multnomah County Health Department (MCHD) works with communities to advance health equity, protect the most vulnerable, and promote health and wellness for everyone.

Come join a team that includes Portland's most outstanding healthcare professionals! The mission of MCHD Pharmacy Services is to provide exceptional pharmaceutical care for vulnerable, underinsured and uninsured clients of the MCHD. We deliver cost-effective medication and medication management services that positively and compassionately impacts the health and well-being of those we serve.

As the On-Call Pharmacist, you will:

• Provide medication dispensing including correct entry of prescription orders into the pharmacy management software, filling of prescription orders, performing drug utilization review of prescription orders for drug/therapeutic appropriateness (DUR).
• Review work of pharmacy technicians assisting in the preparation of prescription orders.
• Model and demonstrate best practices in medication dispensing.
• Provide consultation and education to patients on the use of their medications.
• Ensure adequate inventory of drugs and supplies are kept for the clinic and pharmacy clients and that all record keeping is maintained.
• Consult with medical providers as needed or on request, providing pharmaceutical information for clinical staff and patients.
• Actively participate in initiatives designed to promote a safe work environment.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Health Department employee you will create a work culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.

To qualify:

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

Education/Training: Pharm.D. or Bachelor of Pharmacy with equivalent experience from an accredited college or university; AND

Experience: Six (6) months of Licensed Pharmacist Experience.

Required License/Certification: Currently licensed as a Registered Pharmacist in good standing by the Oregon Board of Pharmacy.

Other: Must have valid CPR / BLS Certification upon hire OR within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Strong Communication Skills.
• Community Pharmacy Experience.
• Cultural Competencies: The position requires the knowledge and understanding of culture, traditions, attitudes, beliefs, social experience and history of those experiencing oppression and barriers to opportunity. This position must demonstrate the knowledge and understanding of the origins and results of the disparities experienced by individuals and families related to racism and social-economic injustices.

Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.