Pharmacist

PHARMACIST

(CLINICAL & DRUG INFORMATION COORDINATOR)

$151,628.05 - $193,498.82 Annually

The Contra Costa Health Services Behavioral Health Division, in partnership with consumers, families, staff and community-based agencies, provides welcoming and integrated services for mental health, substance abuse and other needs that promote wellness, recovery and resiliency while respecting the complexity and diversity of the people we serve.

We are recruiting a permanent, full-time Pharmacist (Clinical and Drug Information Coordinator) position with a primary base in Martinez but will travel to regional clinics throughout the County. The position will be responsible for monitoring drug therapy for behavioral health clients, providing drug information, clinical consultation and various educational programs and in-services for health care providers. In addition, the selected candidate will prepare for and participate in EQRO, DHCS and other audits; perform quality assurance drug use evaluations; write policies and procedures related to medication administration, storage, transportation and disposal; and other related duties as required.

We are looking for someone who:

Takes initiative, stays focused on goals and is proactive

Is organized and results-driven

Is able to manage stress well as you will encounter pressing demands from multiple sources

Is responsible for providing effective and supportive communication and feedback to team members

Is reliable and able to work independently but also able to build strong working relationships

Follows federal, state and local regulations

What you will typically be responsible for:

Monitoring drug therapy for behavioral health clients

Providing drug information, clinical consultation and various educational programs and in-services for health care providers

Preparing for and participating in EQRO, DHCS and other audits

Performing quality assurance drug use evaluations

Writing policies and procedures related to medication administration, storage, transportation and disposal

A few reasons why you might love this job:

You will work with a highly dedicated and diverse team of professionals who value the service of others

You will contribute to a dynamic organization that embraces creativity, learning and mutual support

You will work directly with both beneficiaries and mental health care professionals

A few challenges you might face in this job:

You will work in a fast-paced environment providing support for team members who provide direct services

You will work with populations experiencing complex needs

You will need to balance supporting team members while staying focused and organized with your own workload

You will be responsible for finding solutions when issues arise

Minimum Qualifications:

License Required: Possession of a current, valid Pharmacist License issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy.

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: $151,628 - $193,499 Annual

Bonus/Commission: No

Full-Time