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Clinical Pharmacist

Northridge Hospital Medical Center

#Patient Safety #Acute Care #Trauma Center #Drug Interactions #Medication Therapy #AHA BLS #Clinical Pharmacist #Pharmacokinetics #PharmD

Quick overview

Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care by reviewing medication orders and monitoring drug concentrations to optimize patient outcomes. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to provide drug information and participate in antimicrobial stewardship programs.

Requirements summary

Requires a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and at least one year of pharmacist experience. Must hold an active State Pharmacist License and AHA BLS certification.

bachelor degreepostgraduate degreePatient EducationMedication Order ReviewMedication Therapy ManagementAntimicrobial StewardshipAdverse Drug Reaction MonitoringClinical PharmacyDrug Information ProvisionPharmacokinetic Monitoring

Job description

Where You’ll Work Founded in 1955, Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located.
Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, heart care, cancer care and women’s health.
It is the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley.
Additionally, Northridge Hospital Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation.
It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and has been recognized as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.
One Community.
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One California Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Clinical Pharmacist, you will provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care services to patients, working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize medication therapy and improve patient outcomes.
Every day, you will be responsible for medication order review, pharmacokinetic monitoring, drug information provision, patient education, and participation in clinical initiatives.
Review and verify medication orders for appropriateness, safety, and efficacy, considering patient-specific factors such as age, weight, renal function, and allergies.
Monitor serum drug concentrations and adjust dosages as needed to achieve therapeutic goals and minimize toxicity.
Provide accurate and timely drug information to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
Educate patients on their medications, including proper administration, potential side effects, and drug interactions.
Conduct comprehensive medication reviews and provide MTM services to patients with chronic diseases.
Participate in antimicrobial stewardship programs to promote the appropriate use of antibiotics and prevent antimicrobial resistance.
Monitor for and report adverse drug reactions.
Job Requirements Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree required.
1 year of pharmacist experience required.
An active State Pharmacist License in good standing in the state in which the employee works (RD PHARM) required.
AHA BLS required.
Fire Card (must obtain within 90 days of start date) required.

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