Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist, Float

About the role

Delivers pharmaceutical care through the provision of patient-centered clinical service, medication information, education, medication preparation and distribution that ensures safe, effective, and cost efficient medication therapy. Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to provide input to and implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. May also be responsible for performing specific tasks and/or orient other staff to the department. Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited pharmacy school (PharmD)
• Certification & Licensure: Registered Pharmacist (RPH) within 120 days; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Experience: 1 year of recent relevant experience
• Knowledge of medical terminology, generic and trade pharmaceutical names, pharmaceutical calculations and laws and regulations
• Understanding of different pharmacy practice settings, including narcotic delivery and procedures
• Ability to identify and employ pharmaceutical and medical terms, abbreviations and symbols commonly used in prescribing, dispensing, and record keeping of medications
• Basic working knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation standards including NABP, TJC, Title XXII, DHS, DEA, FDA, USP
• Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non‑medical people
• Well‑developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
• General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), related pharmaceutical technology, EHR, and EPIC
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions
• Skill to identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s PHI

Benefits

Benefits are offered. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

Pay

Pay range is $87.25 to $122.15 per hour. The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program.

Schedule

Job shift includes day, evening, and night. Full‑time position with 8‑hour shifts. Days of the week are variable with rotating weekend requirements. Position status: non‑exempt. Weekly hours: 40. Employee status: regular.