Clinical Pharmacist, Critical Care

Work Location

Orange, California

Work Shift

Day - 10hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children's health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community's pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices.

And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC's compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

Apply now to see where your career at CHOC can take you.

Job Summary

The Clinical Pharmacist is responsible for providing pharmaceutical assessments, treatments, and care for the neonate, pediatric, and adolescent patient population served.

Is responsible for monitoring drug therapy, providing drug information, consulting with medical, nursing, and allied healthcare professionals to deliver high quality, cost effective pharmaceutical services.

Will coordinate workflow of the department and directs activities of pharmacy technicians.

Pay Range

Minimum $69.53 Midpoint $92.13 Maximum $114.73

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience

• Required : Minimum one (1) year of clinical pharmacy experience in an acute care setting.
• Preferred : Experience in a pediatric acute care setting.

Education

Required : Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree or Pharm.D. from an accredited college or university.

Training

• Required : None required.
• Preferred : Completion of an ASHP-accredited hospital / clinical / pediatric residency program (PGY1 and / or PGY2).

Specialized Skills

• Required : Proficient in interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word);
• knowledge of State and Federal laws; ability to supervise and instruct others in pharmaceutical work; analytical skills to determine the appropriateness of drug therapy and the correctness of the dosage, and ability to evaluate drug interactions, ADEs, and allergic reactions;

organizational skills necessary to coordinate departmental activities.

Preferred : Knowledge of the current trends in pharmacokinetics, pharmacology, and toxicology as they relate to drug therapy in the neonatal, pediatric, and adolescent patient population.

Licensure

Required : Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - required within one (1) year of hire or transfer; Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - required within 90 days of hire or transfer;

Pharmacist - CA Board of Pharmacy.

Work Environments - Functional Demand :

Medium - High energy level Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Push / pull + / - 150-200 lbs. (Patients on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200 lbs. (ie. Patient) .

Physical Activity Requirements :

Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use / repetitive motion, Pinching / fine motor activities, Push / Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat / kneel / crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation

Physical Activity Lifting

Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%

Sensory Requirements :

Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision

Environment Requirements :

Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Non-Discrimination Statement :

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws.

CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn't align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

If you desire support or accommodations throughout the Talent Acquisition process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.