Per Diem Pharmacist

Job DetailsJob Location: Soboba - San Jacinto, CA 92583Position Type: Per DiemSalary Range: $72.11 - $76.92 HourlyTravel Percentage: Road WarriorTo be considered for this position, applicants must submit a fully completed application by the posted deadline.

Summary: Applicant must possess a Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy from an accredited school of pharmacy. A Doctor of Pharmacy degree is preferred. Applicant must be licensed as a pharmacist in the State of California and have at least one year of practical experience as a pharmacist.

Completion of a pharmacy residency may be considered equivalent to one year of experience. A residency in ambulatory care pharmacy is highly desirable. Candidate must have knowledge and understanding of pharmacy services and remain current on new and clinically proven medication treatments.

Applicant shall be knowledgeable of applicable local, county, state, and federal laws and regulations. Must have or willing to obtain current CPR Certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross prior to orientation.

The staff pharmacist is responsible for preparing and dispensing appropriate pharmaceuticals to our patients. This position shall be filled by a currently licensed and registered pharmacist in the State of California with a clear license status.

The pharmacist shall have an excellent communication skills needed to provide thorough drug consultations to our patients.

The pharmacist provides pharmaceutical care to outpatients, enforces departmental and state standards and laws, enforces standards of storage and distribution, manages a tight formulary control system and participates in all quality improvement activities.

The pharmacist provides excellent patient education, efficient drug distribution and maintains accurate daily records and patient files accordingly. Must be able to work with the Indian Community, and be sensitive to the Indian Culture and its needs.

Major Duties and Responsibilities: Dispense prescriptions very accurately and in a timely manner. Thorough and complete patient counseling. Display good drug knowledge and communicate it to the patient. Discuss special precautions, adverse effects, outcomes, etc. with patients. Document all clinical interventions.

Work on projects beneficial to the pharmacy during slack periods. Keep work flow organized and direct staff to maximize efficiency. Make the extra effort to increase customer satisfaction. Provide extra material to educate patients. Participate enthusiastically in all Quality Improvement Activities.

Completes all reports, DUE’s, surveys and inspections thoroughly and on time. Minimize use of nonformulary drugs by actively converting nonformulary prescription orders to formulary drugs. The amount of outdates and returns are minimized. This position requires working on weekends as well as traveling as necessary.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy from an accredited school of pharmacy. A Doctor of Pharmacy degree is preferred. Experience: A residency in ambulatory care pharmacy is highly desirable. One year practical experience as a pharmacist (a residency may count as a year of experience.)

License: Must be a licensed pharmacist in the State of California. Certification: Must have current CPR (BLS Provider) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross. Certification may be obtained prior to orientation. Knowlege of: Thorough understanding of pharmacy services.

Must stay current on new and clinically proven medication treatments. Applicant shall be knowledgeable in local, county, state and federal laws, and regulations. Skill: Must be proficient in pharmacy management software and technology.

Excellent leadership and management skills, detail oriented with the ability to multitask. Ability to: Must be able to work with the Indian Community, and be sensitive to the Indian culture and its needs. Physical Demands: There is frequent exposure to contagious disease.

Walking and standing is frequent for long periods of time. Some sitting and lifting are required.

Compensation

$72.11-$76.92 per hour (depending on experience and internal equity) Clinic Location: Soboba Indian Health Clinic as Assigned.

The selected candidate must have the ability and willingness to travel to other Riverside San Bernardino County Indian Health, Inc. (RSBCIHI) clinic locations as needed to support organizational operations.

RSBCIHI clinic locations include: Morongo Indian Health Clinic – 11555 ½ Potrero Road, Banning, CA 92220 San Manuel Indian Health Clinic – 11980 Mt. Vernon Avenue, Grand Terrace, CA 92313 Soboba Indian Health Clinic – 23119 Soboba Road, San Jacinto, CA 92583 Torres Martinez Indian Health Clinic – 66-655 Martinez Road, Thermal, CA 92274 Cahuilla Indian Health Clinic – 53000 Cahuilla Road, Anza, CA 92539 Barstow Indian Health Clinic – 170 Yucca Avenue, Barstow, CA 92311 Santa Rosa Indian Health Clinic – 65175 State Highway 74, Mountain Center, CA 92561 Pechanga Indian Health Clinic – 47001 Pala Road, Temecula, CA 92592