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Pharmacist Position at City and County of San Francisco | San Francisco

On-site Full-time $174K/yr - $222.1K/yr

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Qualifications

Minimum QualificationsLicense: Must possess a valid Registered Pharmacist license issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy. (A copy of the license must be attached.)The license status must be marked as 'Current' on search.dca.ca.gov/. Possible Special Conditions (some positions may require the following):At least six months of experience (equivalent to 1,000 hours) in an inpatient pharmacy within the last five (5) years. A minimum of one year (equivalent to 2,000 hours) of pharmacy informatics experience, which includes integrating, supporting, and maintaining an Electronic Health Record (EHR) or Pharmacy Information System (PIS); and implementing, developing, and evaluating Computerized Prescriber Order Entry (CPOE) within the last three years. Bilingual proficiency in languages as required by department needs.

About the job

The City and County of San Francisco is seeking a dedicated Pharmacist to join the Department of Public Health (DPH) under general supervision. In this pivotal role, you will ensure optimal patient care, manage appropriate drug therapies, and adhere to all relevant regulations.

Available positions span across various DPH locations, including:

  • Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital & Trauma Center (ZSFG) Inpatient Pharmacy
  • Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital & Trauma Center (ZSFG) Outpatient Pharmacy
  • Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital & Trauma Center (ZSFG) Purchasing Pharmacy
  • Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital & Trauma Center (ZSFG) 340B Program Coordinator
  • San Francisco County Jails, including locations in San Francisco and San Bruno
  • Community Behavioral Health Services
  • Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center
  • Various clinics and Health Centers throughout the City and County of San Francisco.

Some roles may involve direct interaction with individuals in secure facilities, the homeless population, those with substance use disorders, or individuals with potential infectious diseases. Flexibility for evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts may be required, depending on the location.

As a Pharmacist, under the general guidance of the Supervising Pharmacist, your key responsibilities will include:

  • Processing, compounding, preparing, labeling, and dispensing medication orders and prescriptions.
  • Monitoring drug therapy for suitability, contraindications, interactions, adverse effects, and therapeutic/toxic dosing.
  • Communicating relevant drug information and providing medication counseling to patients and healthcare staff.
  • Conducting quality assurance through drug use evaluations and medication area inspections.
  • Maintaining accurate documentation of patient care activities and adhering to regulatory standards.
  • Supervising support personnel as required.

Moreover, Pharmacist roles in the designated areas will also include:

ZSFG INPATIENT PHARMACY POSITIONS: (These positions necessitate Special Condition #1 as outlined in the Minimum Qualification section of this announcement.)

  • Dispensing physician medication orders and prescriptions, including IV admixtures and chemotherapy.
  • Monitoring and following up on unresolved medication order issues, lab orders, and properly documenting clinical interventions in the EHR system according to provided guidelines.
  • Offering therapeutic drug monitoring consultations.

About San Francisco Human Services Agency

The Department of Public Health is committed to ensuring equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for the community. We value diversity in our workforce and strive to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a focus on various aspects including race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, disability, and immigration status. Application Opening – Wednesday, February 22, 2023Application Deadline – ContinuousSalary:  $174,044 - $222,066 AnnuallyAppointment Type: Permanent Civil ServiceRecruitment ID:  CCT-2450-H00046San Francisco is a vibrant city at the forefront of economic growth, innovation, urban development, arts, and entertainment.

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