Inpatient Pharmacist III

Pharmacist

The Pharmacist is responsible for the provision of pharmaceutical care and the delivery of pharmacy services at Sutter Medical Center of Santa Rosa. The Pharmacist has responsibility for pharmacy systems, procedures and organization, stock purchase and control, pharmaceutical vendor liaison, and technical staff supervision and training. The Pharmacist is responsible for implementation of the departmental and organizational goals and strategic plan.

Education:

• Graduate from an accredited College of Pharmacy
• Postgraduate training/education is desirable.

Certification & Licensure:

• PHARMR-Registered Pharmacist

Experience:

• Three years of experience as a licensed pharmacist in a hospital or organized health care environment, preferably in a supervisor position.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Able to use considerable independent judgment and discretion as well as the ability to act effectively in dynamic situations.
• Thorough understanding of California Pharmacy Law, State and Federal Controlled Substances Acts, Title 22 regulations, JCAHO requirements and Sutter policies as applicable to the Hospital, Out Patient, Clinic, Psychiatric clinic, SNF, and Home Health Care branches of the organization.
• Understanding of contemporary pharmacy practice including pharmaceutical chemistry and pharmacology, compounding (drugs and parenteral solutions) and dispensing practice, toxicology, drug compatibility, drug information and pharmacy data systems.
• Demonstrated competency in provision of pharmaceutical care to infants, toddlers, adolescents, adult and geriatric patients considering their physical, psychosocial and cultural needs.
• Knowledge of health care related changes occurring locally and nationally which may affect the practice of pharmacy.
• Computer and typing experience essential.
• The Pharmacist must possess the ability to coordinate pharmacy services with other programs/departments maintaining effective working relationships.
• Must have the ability to assemble, maintain, operate, adjust, and make minor repairs to a variety of pharmacy equipment.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Written and verbal communication skills in Spanish are desirable.
• Must possess group leadership skills.

Job Shift: Day/Evening

Schedule: Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours: 10

Days of the Week: Variable

Weekend Requirements: Rotating Weekends

Benefits: No

Unions: No

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours: 0

Employee Status: Per Diem/Casual

Pay Range is $104.07 to $104.07 / hour