Clinical Pharmacist - Per Diem en Saban Community Clinic

Description

At Saban we believe in the employee experience, and know you are the heart of our business! Work shouldn't consume your life, we believe in Work-Life-Balance and strive for flexibility through various company perks.

Benefits and Perks:

• 403(b) retirement plans with employer matching
• Competitive Wages & Annual Merit Increase

This position is per diem. Operating hours are Monday to Friday 8-4:30 or 9-5:30 and occasional Thursdays 5p-9p

Locations: 8405 Beverly blvd, 90048; 5205 Melrose Ave, 90038; 6043 Hollywood Blvd, 90028

Position Summary: The Clinical Pharmacist works with patients with chronic conditions and the primary care clinician team, to ensure optimal results from drug therapy for these chronic conditions, and to support patients in taking more of an active role in medication and healthcare self-management; as well as to assist clinicians in providing individualized patient care for patients.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage medication therapy for patients served at SCC including but not limited to Diabetic, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, in collaboration with patients' primary care providers and following SCC protocols.
  1. Review medical records in OCHIN-EPIC and other systems (Pharmacy software) as needed; Identify qualifying and co-morbid chronic medical conditions.
  2. Evaluate treatment regimen and identify potential drug related problems.
  3. Adjust treatment plan based on identified potential drug related problems, and medical conditions.
  4. Assess and monitor the patient's knowledge of medications/disease, patient's perceived medication-management issues, medication adherence, adverse effects, drug interactions and lifestyle modifications.
  5. Order appropriate laboratory test(s) related to medication therapy.
  6. Initiate/ adjust refill/ discontinue medication(s) per established protocols.
  7. Monitor for adverse effects, complications, and therapeutic outcomes.
  8. Provide and reinforce patient education
• Respond to medication refill requests following SCC Medication refill protocol Clinical.     
  1. Review and evaluate treatment plans by Saban Community Clinic providers at all 4 clinic sites and make recommendations to providers when appropriate.
  2. Sort, review, and respond to requests for medication refills as per protocol approved by SCC,
  3. assist with approving alternate medication requests for ones that are not covered by insurance, assist with prior authorizations, and requests for new medications.
  4. Approve, adjust dosing, deny refill requests according to departmental protocols approved by Saban providers.
  5. Suggest formulary substitutions for medications.
  6. Order appropriate laboratory tests as indicated.
  7. Troubleshoots transmission errors in e-prescribing/e-Scripts.
  8. Assist in coordinating patient appointments when applicable to medication refills.
• Responsible for serving patients of the SCC pharmacist when coverage is needed
  1. Accurately filling prescription orders and managing the dispensing function, consulting with patients and prescribers about medication regimens, providing pharmacist care and performing patient consultations on drug therapies.
  2. Provide appropriate support to pharmacy technicians including directing technicians’ workflow and verifying their order entries, preparations and labeling of pharmaceuticals.
  3. Actively participate in pharmacy purchases and inventory management in compliance with CA Pharmacy Laws.
  4. Ensure accurate electronic billing of medications dispensed to insured patients, according to PBM contracts.
• Will  be required to precept pharmacy students and residents through Saban Community Clinic’s collaboration with pharmacy schools and residency programs.

Position Requirements:

• A Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree (Required)
• PGY1(Community or Ambulatory) residency training or equivalent clinical experience (One to two years prior experience in a similar position providing Medication Therapy Management in a community clinic setting, particularly working with patients with Diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia (Required)
• California Advanced Practice Pharmacist License, and or board certification (Highly Preferred)
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. Saban is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

Saban Community Clinic will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you.

About Us:

The Saban Community Clinic was founded in 1967 on the principle that healthcare is a right, not a privilege. It is our mission provide affordable quality Whole Person Care to everyone regardless of income or immigration status in a caring environment. This includes medical, behavioral health and dental care.

Saban Community Clinic values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. Diversity at Saban means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person's talents and strengths. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability.

Our impact continues to grow. Come join our dynamic team to help build healthier communities and make a difference in our patient's lives!

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