Description: Job Summary:Provides ambulatory pharmaceutical care services using approved protocols in collaboration with other health professional, including managing patient drug therapy, providing patient education, and preparing and/or overseeing the preparation and dispensing of medications. Promotes high quality, evidence-based, cost-effective pharmaceutical care. Performs these duties in the clinical areasassigned.Essential Responsibilities:Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.Conducts patient medication history inquiries upon referral from physicians and other medical personnel.Given a diagnosis, synthesize a treatment plan, which may include drug therapy and lifestyle modifications, and transition within the continuum of care settings.Identifies, resolves, and prevents potential and actual medication-related problems including: untreated indications, improper drug selection, subtherapeutic dosage, overdose, failure to receive medication, adverse drug reactions, drug interactions, and medication without indication.Under protocol, initiates, adjusts, monitors, and recommends changes in drug therapy based on information obtained through patient interviews, objective monitoring parameters, review of drug profiles and the patient medical record.Coordinates and interprets laboratory monitoring of drug therapy, including serum drug levels, electrolytes, and other approved drug-related laboratory testing.Provides patient monitoring for the purpose of evaluating and optimizing patient outcomes, drug utilization and patient compliance, detecting and/or minimizing ADRs, eliminating unnecessary drug use and duplication.Provides patient education related to the individuals disease state, including predictable actions, side effects, reasons for proper compliance, and any special instruction.Assure ongoing performance improvement of the pharmaceutical care services provided.Provides education to providers and staff via presentations, newsletters, formal utilization reviews, and one-on-one interactions.Performs drug utilization review, comprehensive medication review, and/or medication reconciliation.Operate pharmacy computer system(s) and other equipment and software.Documents information appropriately in the patients medical record and other computer systems according to policies and procedures and regulatory requirementsSupports a collaborative Labor-Management Partnership environment.Performs other duties as required. Basic Qualifications:ExperienceMinimum 1200 hours of experience in the last three years working under a collaborative drug therapy management protocol including initiating, adjusting, discontinuing, and refilling medication in patients with chronic disease plete an ASHP accredited PGY-1 clinical pharmacy residency prior to start date in position where at least 50 percent of the experience includes the provision of direct patient care services with interdisciplinary teams.EducationDegree in Pharmacy from an ACPE accredited (or ACPE candidate status) school of Pharmacy.License, Certification, RegistrationPharmacist License (California) required at hireNational Provider Identifier required at hireBasic Life Support within 3 months of hire Additional Requirements:Knowledge Required:Comprehensive knowledge of current pharmacological/biopharmaceutical principles, medical terminology, pathologies, disease state management, age appropriate therapy, and other information as it pertains to medical or pharmaceutical care management plan.Knowledge of Federal/State laws/regulations regarding delivery of pharmacy services and the scope of practice of a pharmacist.Demonstrated work experience performing aseptic techniques & preparation of sterile IV products & hazardous agents, as required.Knowledge of sources of current drug information and medical literature. Skill/Abilities Required:Demonstrated ability to extract pertinent information from patient/other sources for a medical management plan.Demonstrated ability to teach and evaluate.Effective verbal/written communication skills at appropriate level.Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary patient care team.QBS Level II Spanish Required. Preferred Qualifications:PGY-2 clinical pharmacy specialty residency or fellowshipBoard certification in relevant practice areaAdvanced Practice Pharmacist LicenseA Doctor Doctorate of Pharmacy, Pharm.D.Notes:For Regional Virtual Medical Center.Must successfully pass or have passed the bilingual test (within the last 12 months), or be active in the QBS program. Primary Location: California,Downey,Downey Boeing - Independence Park Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Variable Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun Working Hours Start: 12:01 AM Working Hours End: 11:59 PM Job Schedule: Full-time Job Type: Standard Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: B10-UPSCGFPPUnited Pharmacists of So Cal Job Level: Individual Contributor Department: Independence Park - Clinical Pharm- Primary Care - 0801 Pay Range: $91.76 - $94.51 / hour The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted. Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing. Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest Load More