A welcoming healthcare facility in the heart of Ukiah, CA is seeking a Locum Tenens Pharmacist to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for verifying and filling medication orders, monitoring patient therapies, and providing essential drug information while ensuring the highest standards of medication safety and efficacy. Enjoy the unique charm of Ukiah with its rich character and natural surroundings while contributing to the well-being of the community.

Key Details

• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Setting: Outpatient Clinic / Hospital
• Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: Variable Shifts – 4×10-hour shifts, mostly nights from 8:30 PM to 6:30 AM; occasional day shifts from 10:15 AM to 8:45 PM; rotating days, generally 8 on 6 off, including weekends
• Patient Population: All Ages
• Location: Ukiah, CA
• Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates

Benefits

• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Supportive credentialing assistance
• Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
• Flexible scheduling

Job Responsibilities

• Verify and fill orders for medications in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Monitor patient medication therapies to ensure safety, cost-effectiveness, and efficacy.
• Document interactions for medical review and supervise support personnel.
• Ensure optimal medication prescribing with respect to indication, dose, route, frequency, and drug interactions.
• Conduct and manage daily reports on medication utilization, participating in rounds to identify improvement areas.
• Participate in all pharmacy-related tasks such as clinical rounds and population-based medication management activities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a school of pharmacy; Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) preferred.
• Minimum of one year's technical experience in inpatient clinical pharmacy preferred.
• Active pharmacist license in the state of practice required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required.
• Experience with EPIC required.

Working Hours

• Variable shifts primarily at night (8:30 PM to 6:30 AM) with occasional day shifts (10:15 AM to 8:45 PM).
• Generally 8 days on, 6 days off, including weekends.
• Holiday coverage for Christmas Eve and Day can be expected.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficient in medication therapy management and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work efficiently in both team-based and self-directed roles.