Clinical Pharmacist 1
Listed on 2026-08-05
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Healthcare
Clinical Pharmacist
Job Title
Clinical Pharmacist 1
Job DescriptionThe Clinical Pharmacist 1 provides foundational pharmacy services, including medication order verification, dispensing oversight, drug information support, and basic patient-oriented clinical pharmacy services. Reviews the accuracy and appropriateness of medications prepared and dispensed by pharmacy personnel and serves as a drug information resource to physicians, nursing staff, and other hospital personnel. Supports safe, accurate, and efficient medication use throughout the hospital.
EssentialAccountabilities
o Verify the accuracy and appropriateness of routine medication orders and prescriptions, including allergies, interactions, compatibility, dosing, and other safety considerations.
o Verify the accuracy of medications compounded and/or dispensed from pharmacy services, including carts, trays, kits, and other medication distribution systems.
o Accurately verify sterile and non-sterile compounds, as applicable to assigned work area.
o Provide drug information and basic consultative support to physicians, nurses, and other disciplines.
o Perform patient-oriented clinical pharmacy services, including medication-related assessments, dose calculations, and recommendations for therapy optimization within established guidelines and protocols.
o Perform protocol-based interventions, such as IV-to-PO conversions, as applicable.
o Direct pharmacy technicians and support staff in completing work according to current priorities and workflow demands.
o Document pharmacist interventions and report medication errors and near misses in accordance with department standards.
o Serve as a resource to new employees, pharmacy students, and residents as assigned.
o Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilitieso Knowledge of general hospital pharmacy practice and basic clinical pharmacy practice.
o Knowledge of medication safety principles and pharmacy operations.
o Ability to accurately interpret and evaluate medication orders.
o Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, patients, and pharmacy staff.
o Ability to prioritize work and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
QualificationsEducation
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) required
Experience
Hospital pharmacy experience preferred
Licenses and Certifications
RPH - Registered Pharmacist with valid State of California Pharmacist License required
Disclaimers• Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.
• If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.
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