About this role
When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters. This shared culture of passion and dedication pulses through Cedars-Sinai, and it’s just one of the many reasons we’ve achieved our six-consecutive Magnet designation for nursing excellence. From working with a team of premier healthcare professionals to using state-of-the-art facilities, you’ll have everything you need to do something incredible—for yourself, and for others. Join us, and discover why we are #1 in California and nine years in a row on the "Best Hospitals" Honor Roll.
Per Diem role: 8hrs, variable hours AM/PM
The per diem Central Pharmacist at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, Ca will help assist and support medication distribution verifications, operational and clinical management of Swisslog robot, narcotic medication verifications, and maintaining non-sterile compounding standards based on USP 795 and California Board of Pharmacy requirements.
Educational Requirements:
• Pharm.D. or equivalent degree from an accredited school of pharmacy • Completion of a PGY1 and/or PGY2 residency or equivalent practice experience. License/Certification/Registration Requirements:
• Current pharmacist licensure in the State of California. • BLS certification as outlined in the Pharmacist Responsibilities in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (C.P.R.) and Code Blue Procedure: Pharmacy Policy and Procedure What else are we looking for?
• Completion of a PGY1 and/or PGY2 residency or equivalent practice experience. • Comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology as related to drug usage. • Comprehensive knowledge of common disease states and pathologies. • Ability to comprehend patient medical management plans. • Ability to assess and apply current pharmacological and biopharmaceutical principles for the selection and use of drug products in a clinical setting. • Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources and relate it to the patient care plan. • Possess the verbal and written communication skills required to fulfill the pharmacist’s responsibilities. • Ability to teach and serve as preceptor for training programs. • Ability to prepare drugs needed for immediate administration. • Ability to provide recommendations and monitor the use of drugs. • Knowledge of laws, regulations and standards relative to pharmacy practice. • Ability to adapt to change. • Ability to prioritize workflow. • Ability to evaluate medication regimens to meet the therapeutic needs of patients. • Ability to learn and adapt to the use of automated information systems in daily practice. • Demonstrated competency in techniques of pharmaceutical calculations, compounding and pharmacokinetics. • Possess patient-centered communication skills. • Possess computer skills necessary to perform job functions. • Exceptions to be approved by the Chief Pharmacy Officer or designee.