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Desert Regional Medical Center
Pharmacist
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A Clinical Pharmacist provides medications to patients and educates patients and physicians on the proper use of medications. Works in a clinical setting, directly with physicians and other health professionals, often granted patient care privileges and responsibility of assisting in patient care management. Usually requires a Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
$153,738 / year median in California
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Overview Embark on a rewarding career with Desert Regional Medical Center hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch. At Desert Regional Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job - we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
D degree from accredited university (may consider RPh with extensive work exp.) Possess a valid CA pharmacist's license (maintain current at all times) Minimum 6 months' experience in a hospital pharmacy or equivalent clinical practice experience Current American Heart Association BLS or within 30 days of hire (maintain current at all times)
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Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment statusJob Summary Shift :
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(48h/biweekly) days and times worked will vary The Clinical Pharmacist shall perform clinical, distributive, super visional, and educational functions necessary to support the departmental functions. Furthermore, he/she use critical thinking skills and exercises independent decision-making as needed for the provision of safe and rational medication therapy. In addition, the Pharmacist works to uphold all department related policies and procedures with close attention to medication management duties dictated by the Joint Commission. Responsibilities Practices pharmacy in accordance with all applicable regulations and upholds pharmacy policy/procedures as appropriate Establishes and maintains professional relationships with colleagues, physicians and other care providers. Helps coordinate department operations and assures responsibility for professional development. Establishes standards/norms for clinical practice/patient care and evaluates opportunities that improve patient outcomes. Demonstrates independent leadership and professionalism with respect to the oversight of pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students, and pharmacy interns. Contributes to department research for both pharmacy students and residents Consistently demonstrates work habits that are in accordance with department standards/norms. Able to troubleshoot problems independently and use the management tree as appropriate. Is an active participant, who contributes to value of The Pharmacy Team by Helping peers and co-workers to improve services with comments, suggestions, and a positive attitude Effectively communicates with colleagues, physicians, members of the health care team; and patients when deemed appropriate. Accurately assesses drug therapy, in relation to patient specific conditions, i.e. compromised renal/hepatic function, hypersensitivity, age-related dose adjustments, department/hospital policies and procedures, therapeutic indication(s), formulary/therapeutic alternatives, administration routes, contraindications, etc. Recognizes problematic Drug-Drug, Drug-Disease and Drug-Food interactions. Clinically assesses and appropriately documents report of ADR's and/or medication errors. Designs and implements an appropriate Pharmacy therapeutic plan to address the identified problem(s). Monitors for clinical outcomes, and follows up with the patient and health care team. Effectively documents in the medical record all pertinent drug related interventions. Maintains compliance with drug related regulation in a hospital setting including but not limited to: USP, State board of Pharmacy, DEA, and CDPH. Maintain knowledge regarding hospital formulary, inventory, and drug shortagesQualifications Required:
Pharm.D degree from accredited university (may consider RPh with extensive work exp.) Possess a valid CA pharmacist's license (maintain current at all times) Minimum 6 months' experience in a hospital pharmacy or equivalent clinical practice experience Current American Heart Association BLS or within 30 days of hire (maintain current at all times)