Pharmacist
$147,680–$156,000 year
On-siteFresno, California, United States
Job Summary
Evaluate physician medication orders for drug appropriateness, correct dosage, potential drug interactions, and proper route of administration. Provide clinical recommendations to physicians and healthcare staff regarding medication therapy changes and optimizations. Maintain up-to-date patient/resident profiles, including medical history, lab results, and current medications. Ensure laboratory tests required for monitoring high-risk medications are appropriately ordered, reviewed, and communicated to the healthcare team. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide clinical and technical support. Document all communications and clinical interventions in the patient's medical record. Implement and enforce policies and procedures for the safe handling, dispensing, and clinical oversight/management of medications. Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulatory requirements related to pharmacy practice and medication management. Report medication-related errors and adverse drug events to the Pharmacy Manager as required. Educate and support clinical team and healthcare agency staff on safe and effective medication handling procedures. Perform other pharmacy-related tasks and responsibilities as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy
- current and valid pharmacist license in the state of practice
- Knowledge of drug therapy guidelines, medication safety practices, and regulatory standards (CMS, DEA, FDA)
- Proficiency in electronic medical records and pharmacy information systems
- Strong clinical judgement
- effective written and verbal communication
Desired Qualifications
- Pharm D
- One year experience in long term care
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