Job description

Purpose:

Assumes clinical leadership responsibilities for pharmacy and pharmacy practice in their area of specialization. Collaborates with physicians and other health professionals to develop intervention strategies to maximize medication utilization related to area of specialization, including but not limited to medication guidelines, clinical pathways, core measures, education and policy development. Provides collaborative pharmaceutical care with the respective specialized teams in identified patient care areas. Reviews and evaluates individual drug orders for appropriateness, safety, and cost. Documents the care provided to patients. Establishes methods to improve pharmaceutical care, meet identified department and system goals, develop and coordinate utilization reviews and prospective drug use audits and identify and assure collection of pertinent metrics for area of specialization. Assures regulatory compliance in area of specialization. Precepts students and residents. Participates in quality assurance efforts for area of specialization. Provides education, training and competency sign off in area of specialization. Participates in research, publication and presentations at state and national organizations. Actively participates in multidisciplinary committees providing clinical expertise and evidence-based data to assist in guiding value-based practices, developing and deploying standardized treatment regimens protocols and developing and monitoring Quality Assurance / Performance Improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions (other duties as assigned):

· Assumes clinical leadership responsibilities for pharmacy and pharmacy practice in their area of specialization. Collaborates with physicians and other health professionals to develop intervention strategies to maximize medication utilization related to area of specialization, including but not limited to medication guidelines, clinical pathways, core measures, education and policy development.

· Provides collaborative pharmaceutical care with the respective specialized teams in identified patient care areas. Reviews and evaluates individual drug orders for appropriateness, safety, and cost. Documents the care provided to patients.

· Establishes methods to improve pharmaceutical care, meet identified department and system goals, develop and coordinate utilization reviews and prospective drug use audits and identify and assure collection of pertinent metrics for area of specialization.

· Participates in quality assurance efforts for area of specialization. Provides education, training and competency sign off in area of specialization. Participates in research, publication and presentations at state and national organizations.

· Actively participates in multidisciplinary committees providing clinical expertise and evidence-based data to assist in guiding value-based practices, developing and deploying standardized treatment regimens protocols and developing and monitoring Quality Assurance / Performance Improvement initiatives.

· Assures regulatory compliance in area of specialization.

· Collaborates with other health care professionals to plan, monitor, review, and evaluate the quality and effectiveness of drugs and drug regimens, providing advice on drug applications and characteristics. Analyzes prescribing trends to monitor patient compliance and to prevent excessive usage or harmful interactions.

· Orders and purchases pharmaceutical supplies, medical supplies, and drugs, maintaining stock and storing and handling it properly.

· Maintains records such as pharmacy files, patient profiles, charge system files, inventories, control records for chemotherapy drug and other controlled drugs.

· Assesses the identity, strength, or purity of medications. Compounds and dispense medications as prescribed by doctors and dentists by calculating, weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients, or overseeing these activities.

· Responsible for the training, education and development of new and existing department members.

· Other duties as assigned.

Experience, Qualifications/Education:

· BS Pharmacy or Pharm.D. Degree: plus 3-5 years’ experience in Hospital pharmacy practice and Clinical pharmacy practice (inpatient or ambulatory) in area of specialization.

· PGY1 residency and PGY2 residency or equivalent hospital patient care experience required

· California Pharmacist License, AHA BLS for the health care provider and ACLS certifications required prior to being trained to respond to codes.

· Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) or other nationally accredited certification

· Current CPR certification required

· Knowledge of computer/telephony support, preferably in a health care environment

· Strong customer service background, preferably in health care environment

· Excellent verbal communication skills

· Competence with computer processing functions and other standard office equipment

· Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks

· Ability to calmly and professionally resolve customer issues with diplomacy and tact

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

· Strong organizational skills

Working Conditions:

· This position functions primarily indoors in a medical / business environment. Employee may be subject to blood borne pathogens, radiation, bio waste and other medically-related factors, with exposure to moderate noise levels.

· Visual acuity to read and compute screen and paper documents; close and distance vision, peripheral vision depth perception, ability to adjust focus; hearing acuity to converse with staff and customers;ability to walk, stoop, bend, kneel, and lift and move 25 pounds on a regular basis; ability to sit for hours at a time. Employee will be exposed to moderate noise levels, interruptions, and occasionally asked to work evening and weekends as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Oncology

Schedule:

• 5x8
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Fresno, CA 93720: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Experience:

• Formulary: 2 years (Preferred)
• Drug Purchasing: 2 years (Preferred)
• Bio-Similar: 2 years (Preferred)
• Hospital (non-retail): 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Licensed Pharmacist (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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