Pharmacist, Charge

In the heart of The Dalles, Oregon, Adventist Health Columbia Gorge has served the Columbia River Gorge community since 1901. We are comprised of a 49-bed hospital, various medical offices, home health, a birthing center and a vast scope of services located throughout The Dalles and the surrounding areas. The Dalles is known for its picturesque views of the Columbia River, local charm and delicious downtown restaurants and bakeries. There is something for everyone in this scenic community.

Job Summary:

Supervises the day-to-day distributional and clinical operations of the pharmacy and its staff. Coordinates with the Pharmacy Manager or Director the supervision of staff and processes involved in and related to the purchasing, compounding, dispensing, clinical monitoring and distribution of all medications. Coordinates with Clinical Pharmacist to implement clinical measures. Monitors service quality and productivity.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

* Graduate of school of pharmacy: Required
* Bachelor's Degree: Preferred
* Two years' technical experience: Preferred
* Two year's experience as a clinical pharmacist specializing in a regulatory area: Preferred
* One year's hospital pharmacy experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

* Pharmacist license in the state of practice: Required
* All licensures and certifications needed to fulfill the duties required of a Pharmacist at the state level: Required
* Registered Pharmacist (RPH): Required

Essential Functions:

* Performs all functions and duties of an Inpatient Pharmacist in compliance with California Law and Pharmacy Practice Standards. Evaluates, processes, distributes and dispenses physicians orders, including unit dose and IV admixture services. Evaluates, processes, distributes and dispenses physicians orders, including unit dose and IV admixture services.
* Supervises clinical staff and serves as a liaison between the pharmacist staff and administrative staff regarding performance and compliance with clinical protocols. Coordinates staff schedules, new employee orientation, and assists the Manager or Director in the annual evaluation of staff. Supervises and trains assigned technical personnel and assumes responsibility for technical support activities within the pharmacy department.
* Assists nursing staff in medication-related issues. Provides recommendations to physician for cost-effective use of medication. Provides in-service or educational seminars as needed to other health professionals for safe and effective use of medications.
* Maintains proper keeping and preserving of records on acquisition and disposition of prescription medications and controlled substances, and also those related to third party plans. Monitors Medication errors, and coordinates their prevention and investigation. Responsible for Safety and hazardous substance control and overall compliance with laws and regulations, both state and federal, pertaining to the practice of pharmacy.
* Individuals experiencing exposed rashes, sunburn, weeping sores, conjunctivitis, active respiratory infections or other communicable disease, or those wearing cosmetics, nail polish, or artificial nails shall be excluded from the ISO Class 5 and ISO Class 7 compounding areas until their conditions are remedied.
* Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.