Clinical Pharmacist (Home Infusion)
- Per Diem
- Full Time Hours To Start Premier Infusion and Healthcare Services
- 3.6 Torrance, CA Job Details Part-time $70
- $85 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications Registered Pharmacist (RPh) Customer communication Teamwork Clinical pharmacy experience Bachelor of Science Licensed Pharmacist (State-Specific) Bachelor's degree Licensed Pharmacist Pharmacy Hospital experience Full Job Description Come Join the Premier Infusion & Healthcare Team!
At Premier we offer employees stability and opportunities for advancement. Our commitment to our core values of Compassion, Integrity, Respect and Excellence in People applies to our employees, our customers, and the communities we serve. This is a rewarding place to work! Premier Infusion and Healthcare Services is a preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families in Southern CA. Our rapidly growing home health and infusion services deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that empowers patients to manage their health at home. Customers choose Premier Infusion and Healthcare Services because we are united by a single, shared purpose: We are committed to bettering the quality of life for our patients. This is not only our stated mission but is what truly drives us each and every day. We believe that our greatest competitive advantage, our greatest asset are our employees, our Premier Family in and out of the office sets Premier apart. Description of Responsibilities The Pharmacist is responsible for regulatory pharmacy compliance, patient safety, clinical patient management and communication with patient, caregivers, and physicians. The Pharmacist coordinates and supervises in the delivery of pharmacy services to patients at home. This includes compounding, quality improvement, dispensing, drug information and clinical monitoring activities.
Reporting Relationship Pharmacy Manager Location:
Primarily based in Torrance, with full-time hours initially to support maternity leave coverage. Following the coverage period, the position will transition to a per diem/part-time schedule, with future full-time opportunities based on business needs. Candidates in Ontario and surrounding areas are encouraged to apply, as future opportunities may be available at our Ontario location.
Career Growth:
Per diem and part-time employees receive first consideration for future full-time openings based on business needs, qualifications, and performance. Responsibilities Include the
Following:
1. Receives physician orders (written and verbal), and evaluates the appropriateness of these orders for dosage, drug choice, potential drug interactions, route of administration and stability. 2. Ensures that pharmaceuticals are accurately compounded and dispensed in accordance with pharmacy protocols and physician orders. 3. Provides direct patient drug counseling and medication consultations, and addresses and resolves patient concerns and complaints in a timely and professional manner. 4. Orders appropriate laboratory test(s) to monitor the effectiveness of therapy and to minimize the potential of toxic levels of drug. Also, notifies the physician of all abnormal laboratory test results and will document this communication in the patient's progress notes. The communication can be either by telephone or facsimile transmission (if the fax clearly identifies the abnormal results). 5. Ensures that the patient pharmacy record is complete and accurate with height, weight, allergies, medications profile, current progress towards goals, plan of care and any laboratory results. 6. Communicates with medical professionals regarding patient status and response to medication, and when necessary to resolve patient issues. 7. Contacts the physician to discuss alternatives in cases where drug interactions or stability make the orders inappropriate. Discusses alternatives in cases where the appropriateness of dosage, drug choice or route of administration will not, in the Pharmacist's judgment, be in the patient's best interest. 8. Manages pharmaceutical recalls. 9. Supervises the activities of pharmacy technicians and other department personnel. Licensure/Certification
- Registered Pharmacist License in California required. Skills & Competencies
- Current knowledge of all applicable state and federal pharmacy laws, rules and regulations.
- Ability to evaluate options and to make efficient decisions.
- Computer skills include proficiency with spreadsheets, word processing, and efficient use of the internet and e-mail.
- Possess and exercise advanced level of accuracy.
- Ability to use good judgment and work with minimal direction.
- Strong interpersonal, customer service, and problem-solving skills, with a professional and collaborative approach.
Education and/or
Experience:
- Bachelors of Science in Pharmacy of Pharmacist Degree from an accredited educational institution required.
- Doctor of Pharmacy degree or higher is preferred.
- Additional training in an accredited Pharmacy Residency program is of benefit.
- Minimum of one (1) year experience in a hospital or home health infusion service providing direct patient care is preferred.
- Prior experience working with managed care environments is a benefit.
- Members of a professional society are recommended (i.e., ASHP, ASPEN, APHA).
- One (1) year of CareTend, CPR+ experience preferred Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) It is the policy of Premier Infusion Care to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
In addition, Premier Infusion Care will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Pay:
$70.00
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): What is your desired hourly compensation? Can you commit to at least 4 days per week for a one-month training period? Are you comfortable working full-time hours initially and transitioning to a part-time/per diem schedule after the maternity leave coverage period?
Experience:
Home Infusion:
1 year (Preferred) Clinical pharmacy: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
Pharmacist License (California) (Required)
Work Location:
In person