About this opportunity
Good Samaritan Hospital lists this PHARMACIST opportunity in bakersfield, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provides a quality level of comprehensive clinical pharmaceutical services demonstrating sound judgment based upon knowledge and application of professional, departmental, and organizational principles and standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Demonstrates an ability to coordinate subordinate activities by providing direction and guidance concerning the operational activities of the department.
Interprets medication orders and/or prescriptions for drug interactions, appropriate drug selection and appropriateness. Accurately enters / verifies the order or prescription into the computer system, labels, and dispenses medications in a timely manner.
Verifies and checks medications prepared by other pharmacy personnel.
Communicates drug information to patients and health professionals.
Resolves drug related problems by consulting with other health care professionals to achieve appropriate patient outcomes.
Unclear orders written by a licensed provider are clarified with the licensed provider.
Assists the licensed provider in appropriate drug selection and therapeutic regimens.
Review patient-specific drug therapy for indications, dosing, interactions, contraindications, and duplication; promote rational, evidence-based therapy and document interventions.
Ensures compliance with hospital policies, state/federal regulations, and accreditation standards. Maintains accurate records (e.g., inventory, controlled substances, medication safety reports). Supports medication safety initiatives, adverse event prevention, and staff education.
Maintains a working knowledge of automated systems
Responsible for technician activities, performance, provides direction and guidance as needed.
Requirements
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Current license as a registered Pharmacist in the State of California
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree
Worksite address
bakersfield, CA, 93399, US
Who can apply
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