Salinas Valley Health·Salinas, California
The Clinical Pharmacist assists in optimizing patient drug regimens under supervision, maintaining records for medications ordered by prescribers, and performing dispensing duties as assigned. Key tasks include performing comprehensive drug regimen reviews to identify potential problems like therapeutic duplications or interactions, and monitoring patients on clinical drug protocols.
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Works under the direct supervision of the Director and Clinical Pharmacy Coordinator to assist in optimizing patient’s drug regimen. Maintains appropriate records for medications and other pharmaceutical supplies ordered by physicians, dentists, and other qualified prescribers. Work is accomplished in accordance with the policies and regulations of local, state, and federal authorities, as well as accepted standards of practice. Performs dispensing and other duties as assigned.
Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit.
Performs drug regimen review to evaluate and assess the patient’s medications for related problems. This includes: identifying therapeutic duplications; review drugs and allergies: review for drug-drug, drug-nutrient, or drug-laboratory test interactions; evaluate if doses are appropriate for age, renal and liver functions; assist with patient/family education when necessary; monitor patients on clinical drug protocols; attend codes; attend rounds and patient care conferences as needed; assist with pain management as needed; provide drug in-services to nursing, pharmacy, medical staff, and other ancillary personnel as needed.
Identify the presence of, or potential adverse drug events. Report as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned.
BA/BS in Pharmacy or MS/PharmD preferred.
Current California Pharmacy License. Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status per American Heart Association is required.
Experience in hospital or healthcare setting preferred.
Must have motor skills to prepare, mix and transfer drugs from container to container aseptically, and neatly without spillage, especially chemotherapy. Ability to perform data entry.
The hourly rate for this position is $89.99 - $109.39 The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.
**Competitive Benefits and Salary**
● Union: NUHW
● Work Shift: Variable
0.9
● Scheduled Hours: 35
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Candidates must possess a BA/BS in Pharmacy or preferably an MS/PharmD, along with a current California Pharmacy License and current BLS/Healthcare Provider status. Experience in a hospital or healthcare setting is preferred, and essential technical skills include aseptic technique for preparing drugs, especially chemotherapy, and data entry ability.
Market context
California pharmacy roles typically stay competitive because employers look for candidates who already hold a BS Pharmacy or Pharm.D., a valid California Pharmacist License, and current BLS and ACLS certifications. These positions can also require additional board-style certification within two years, so applicants with closely matched credentials and recent clinical experience often stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit, then verify your license and certifications before applying.
