Pharmacist

Job Details: Job Location: CMC West Lane - Stockton, CA, Position Type: Per Diem, Salary Range: $62.56 - $66.25Hourly, At Community Medical Centers (CMC), we’re passionate about improving health and well-being in the communities we call home.

That’s why we work to ensure even our most vulnerable neighbors have affordable access to quality healthcare, regardless of age, income, or background. We offer integrated medical, dental, behavioral health, and supportive services, with a model of care that puts the patient at the center of a team-based approach.

As one of the region’s largest healthcare providers, our growing network of neighborhood health centers serves over 100,000 patients in San Joaquin and Solano counties. MISSION Working together to improve health and well-being in our communities.

BENEFITS Competitive Pay Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits options for full-time employees Flexible spending account for medical expenses Dependent care Employee assistance program Life Insurance Pet Insurance Short Term/Long Term Disability Insurances 403(b) retirement saving plan with company match 10 paid sick days/12 Holidays/Vacations days vary on position In Shape Discounted Gym Membership Excellent growth and advancement opportunities Collaborative and diverse environment POSITION SUMMARY: The Pharmacist is responsible for providing pharmaceutical services to the patients of Community Medical Centers, Inc. The Pharmacist reports to the Pharmacist-In-Charge.

SPECIFIC DUTIES: Promotes the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Under the direction of the Pharmacist-In-Charge, will provide pharmaceutical services to Community Medical Centers, Inc. patients. Order, inventory, and dispense pharmaceutical items for Community Medical Center, Inc. patients.

Performs pharmacist tasks including drug therapy reviews, verification, filling and medication management. Reviews, interprets and accurately dispenses prescribed medications.

Provides consultation to patients and/or their agents with regards to all legal requirements, including: usage, drug interactions, storage, and any other pertinent information Assist in the implementation of a quality assurance program. Maintain patient profile records, billing data, and other records as required.

Act as a drug information resource to patients, medical staff, nursing staff, and ancillary department personnel such as providing continuing education to clinic staff and provide patient education as required.

Models a positive patient experience for staff Become proficient in the use of the pharmacy dispensing software Have the ability to use and troubleshoot problems that may arise with automated drug delivery systems Maintain effective communication with CMC administration to assure coordination of pharmacy services with other program components.

Train and monitor department staff compliance with OSHA and safety policies. Assist in the recruitment, hiring, retention and evaluation of job performance of department staff in compliance with personnel policies and procedures.

Assist in the orientation and development of new staff/students in cooperation with the Pharmacist-in-Charge and HR Ensures the pharmacy is in compliance with rules and regulations set forth by the Board of Pharmacy, Joint Commission and 340B Ensures the pharmacy operates smoothly by promoting an efficient workflow, which may include assigning roles, coordinating activities among employees and soliciting/accepting feedback.

Will strive to aid the pharmacy in reaching the goals and objectives assigned Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Licensed as a Pharmacist by the State Board of Pharmacy in California Possession of a Doctor of Pharmacy Degree or Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy from an accredited school of pharmacy KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of pharmacology principles and practices Knowledge of pharmaceutical agents, dangerous drugs, and devices.

Ability to recognize and advise clinicians of potential problems. Knowledge of current California pharmacy rules and regulations Knowledge of the principles, practices of development and training to conduct in-service programs.

Knowledge of 340B rules and regulations Knowledge of The Joint Commission rules and regulations Skill in preparing records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence. Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.

Skill in exercising initiative and judgment Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with medical staff and clinic management staff. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply written guidelines.

Knowledge of pharmaceuticals and indigent care (PIC) programs Ability to communicate clearly: both written and verbal TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Requires eye-hand coordination, manual dexterity, and the ability to read and note appropriate measurements. Ability to work irregular hours.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in an office environment within a clinic setting. Involves frequent contact with staff and the public. Work may be stressful at times. Contact may involve dealing with upset people.

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, skills, or duties required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Community Medical Centers.

Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties, and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder’s responsibility.

Community Medical Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

It is CMC’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all persons, regardless of age, national origin, race (including hair texture and hairstyle), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.