In a bustling cosmopolitan area surrounded by nature, Adventist Health Portland has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since the 1800s. In partnership with OHSU, we are comprised of a 302-bed hospital, 11 medical offices, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout East Portland and the surrounding areas. There are many outdoor adventures readily available, including carving the snow at North America's only year-round ski resort, hiking along the Columbia River Gorge or taking a day trip to the unmatched beauty of the Oregon coast.
Job Summary:
Provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care to outpatient clinic patients to ensure safe and effective drug therapy, taking into consideration patient’s diagnosis, prescribed treatment, age group and other identified needs. Uses independent decision-making, clinical judgment, and in-depth knowledge of pharmacotherapy and therapeutics.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
- Graduate of a school of pharmacy recognized by State of California Board of Pharmacy: Required
- Graduate of a school of pharmacy recognized by State of Oregon Board of Pharmacy: Required
- Bachelor's Degree: Preferred
- One years' experience in a specialty pharmacy setting: Preferred
- Two years' experience in a retail pharmacy setting: Preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
- Pharmacist license in the state of practice: Required
- Registered Pharmacist licensure in state of practice: Required
- Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialists (BCPS) or equivalent, or three years' experience in ambulatory care: Preferred
Essential Functions:
- Coordinates clinical pharmacy applications to patient care. Reviews medication utilization to establish the best therapeutic outcomes. Assures that medication prescribing is optimal with respect to indication, dose, route, frequency, history of allergy, and does not duplicate or interact with the effects of other drugs. Exercises independent judgment on complex Pharmacy cases. Provides direct patient care pursuant to collaborative agreements specific to the practice setting.
- Provides medication consults on drug therapy and drug dosages using a high level of technical skill and critical thinking ability.
- Provides consultant services to various medical staff committees and demonstrates clinical knowledge and skill regarding medications used in the care of newborn, infant, toddler, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
- Maintains controlled substance records according to established procedures. Assists and audits regulatory compliance.
- Participates in training programs for pharmacists and other ancillary hospital personnel. Mentors and trains staff as needed.
- 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 as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
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