Pharmacist - Clinical (Part-time)

This recruitment is being conducted to fill one vacancy with San Joaquin Health Centers and to establish a referral pool to fill future vacancies. 

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen. 

NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail.

• Monitors use and administration of patients' drug regimens and appropriateness of serum drug levels; verifies appropriateness of dose; provides baseline for adjustments; and consults with physicians and nursing as to the appropriateness of drug use; reviews drugs and recommends additions to formulary.
• Teaches students the technical skills used in monitoring drug therapy; advises students on actions to undertake in solving drug therapy problems; and teaches interpersonal communication and patient counseling techniques; evaluates students' oral case presentation; grades students' reports; and assigns topics and leads group discussions.
• Monitors and evaluates adverse drug reactions and pharmacist interventions; compiles and reports statistical information; develops quality assurance plans to assess appropriate use of drugs.
• Coordinates clinical pharmacy activities with physicians and nursing, pharmacy and laboratory personnel; develops and assists in the implementation of clinical pathways and therapeutic guidelines.
• Provides in-service training programs for physicians, nursing and pharmacy staff members on drug therapy and related topics; edits and publishes information bulletin for health care professionals at the hospital.
• Develops protocols to monitor drug therapy; conducts routine prospective DUE's; and maintains an up-to-date drug information service.
• Serves on hospital committees as designated to provide clinical drug information and critical analysis of use.
• May interpret, fill and dispense prescriptions and perform other pharmacist duties as assigned.

Education:  A Pharmacy Doctorate degree from an accredited university.

Experience:  Two years of professional experience as a pharmacist in an acute care hospital which included clinical responsibilities.

Substitution:  The completion of an approved one-year clinical or general residency program in pharmacy may be substituted for the required experience.

License:  Possession of a valid license as a Registered Pharmacist issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy. 

Techniques used in pharmacokinetic monitoring of drug therapy; principles and practices of pharmacology and toxicology; pathophysiology; composition and clinical use of drugs; goals of clinical pharmacy training programs; techniques used in teaching.

Train students in a patient-care setting using a problem oriented medical record approach; evaluate student's performance; manage a clinical pharmacy training program; develop and implement clinical pharmacy services including but not limited to: providing drug information services, drug therapy consultations and the development and monitoring of drug use evaluations and other Quality Assurance activities; utilize advanced office equipment and computers.

Mobility-Operation of a data entry device; constant standing for long periods; Lifting-Frequent lifting of 5 pounds or less; Visual Requirements-Constant reading/close-up work; ability to read case files and computer screens; constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision; Dexterity-Frequent holding; reaching; grasping; manipulate syringes, needles and vials while wearing gloves; handle individual papers; Hearing/Talking-Constant hearing normal speech and talking in person; frequent hearing and talking on the telephone; Emotional/Psychological Factors-Constant decision-making and concentration; frequent public contact; frequent exposure to hazardous materials; Special Requirements-May require working nights, weekends, and overtime; Environmental Factors-Occasional exposure to varied weather conditions.

San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.  For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org).

Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):

San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Part-Time Employee Benefits: Part-time employees who meet the appropriate eligibility criteria may receive health insurance benefits and step increases.

Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination.  If a written examination is given, the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection.

Testing Accommodation:  Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. 

Physical Exam:  Some classifications require physical examinations.  Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination.  The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities.

Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam:  Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment.  Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen.  The County pays for the initial drug screen.

Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when:

• They are related to the Appointing Authority, or

• The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other

Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule.

Proof of Eligibility:  If you are offered a job, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S.