Pharmacist

Pharmacist (AHCL)

Conducts and accurately documents in the medical record drug protocols as ordered by physicians including, but not limited to, TPN, Pharmacokinetic, and Heparin. Contacts and intervenes with physicians and/or nurses regarding questions, errors, or irregularities on orders. Maintains and meets expectations on time for all competencies, license, certifications and education requirements as outlined by local administration, Adventist Health (AH), The Joint Commission (TJC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and all other regulatory agencies. Maintains computerized patient record system to monitor medication therapy for safety and efficacy, including but not limited to, medications, med errors, and nursing unit inspections. Maintains daily records of controlled drugs as required by law. Monitors and intervenes on all drug regimens as indicated by quality assurance plan, including, but not limited to, drug-drug interactions, drug allergies, toxic/therapeutic drug levels, and appropriateness indications. Provides clinical drug information to meet the needs of the physicians and nursing staff through direct contact and/or committee participation. Reviews inventory levels to ensure that all outdated drugs, or drugs that have lost their potency, are removed. Supervises support personnel in routine performance of their duties, including but not limited to, IV admixtures, medication dispensation and medication compounding. Willingly performs other duties and innovations as assigned.

Day Shift, 4 x 10s, 4 days a week, no set days and including weekends occasionally. 6:30am to 5:30pm. Prefer 1 -2 years of experience. Must have EPIC experience and Pyxis.

Graduate of an accredited college of pharmacy. Residency training preferred. Current California Pharmacist License. Able to interface with hospital staff and public in a courteous and professional manner. Demonstrates emotional maturity, self-awareness and consistently performs with integrity and respect. Must have tact, good judgment, and self-motivation, be detail oriented, respect and protect the confidentiality of sensitive material.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment/Use of Senses and Communications Skills: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key responsibilities and essential functions. Employee must conform with all HIPAA and other confidentiality regulations as required by the job, department, or hospital. Equipment used includes cell phone and general office equipment, including computer, printer, calculator, copy machine and other office equipment. This job requires frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing, reaching above shoulders, sitting, walking inclines and declines, standing, talking, hearing, and performing repetitive hand motions. Vision requirements include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will occasionally lift boxes and/or supplies weighing up to 25 pounds. Potential exposure to blood & body fluids: Category 3 for potential exposure to blood/body fluids.