Organization:PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCDPosition Overview:Works independently and in consultation with physicians and other health care providers across the health care continuum to ensure appropriate medication therapy for individual patients. Uses patient interviews and counseling, reviews the medical record and medication profile, consults with physicians, teaching, staff education, medication use evaluation, adverse reaction monitoring and resolves medication-related problems. Interventions target high risk population through the provision of medication reconciliation and comprehensive medication use management in focused disease states. Assist with care coordination, disease state education and monitoring to achieve optimal outcomes and is focused on chronic disease state management as part of a coordinated team.Job Description :EDUCATIONEquivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.Doctorate: Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy.CERTIFICATION & LICENSUREPHARMD-Licensed PharmacistOR PHARMR-Registered PharmacistSKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEComprehensive knowledge of current pharmacological/biopharmaceutical principles, pharmacotherapy, medical terminology, pathologies, disease states, and related information for a medical management plan.Knowledge of acute and chronic disease and its effects on patients and caregivers.Able to use professional judgment and clinical expertise in the daily solving of complex problems and in the provision of clinical information within the scope of practice.Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment or work processes in a timely, positive and effective manner.Demonstrated commitment to team work by willingly accepting responsibilities and performing assignments that support the team.Demonstrates knowledge of total quality management through its precepts, skillful workplace applications and continuous organizational improvement.Exhibits a customer/supplier philosophy that emphasizes both internal and external relationships; identifies both customer and supplier needs/expectations and strives to exceed them.Ability to participate in, and encourages others to utilize creative and innovative approaches to accomplish tasks.Demonstrated responsibility for ongoing personal development, professional growth and continuing education.Interpersonal skills collaborating with physicians, patients, families, care givers, service providers, and health care team.Written and verbal communication skills.Requires a basic working knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation standards including National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP), The Joint Commission (TJC), Title XXII, United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and United States Pharmacopeia (USP).Pay Range: $84.87 - $97.60Job Shift:DaysSchedule:Per Diem/CasualShift Hours:8Days of the Week:Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Variable, WednesdayWeekend Requirements:As NeededBenefits:NoUnions:NoPosition Status:Non-ExemptWeekly Hours:0Employee Status:Per Diem/CasualNumber of Openings:1This position may regularly work, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drug(s) identified as hazardous, or potentially hazardous, by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) for purposes of USP 800.Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.Pay Range is $90.94 to $104.56 / hourThe salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
