Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist III

Job Description

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

PHARMD - Graduate of an accredited pharmacy school

Certification & Licenses

RPH - Registered Pharmacist within 120 days

Preferred Experience

As Typically Acquired In 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

Variated Schedule
Full Time
Shift Hours: 10 Days Of The Week
Variable Weekend Requirements: Every other Weekend

Benefits

Yes

Requirements

Unions: Yes

Status

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

Hazardous Drugs Handling

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.

EEO Statement

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range

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. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.