Per Diem Pharmacist

Pay: $65.00 - $75.00 per hour

Job description:

POSITION SUMMARY

Bartz-Altadonna’s Community Health Center (BACHC) is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) that provides comprehensive medical care and specialty services for HIV and Hepatitis C for low-income, uninsured, underinsured, and underserved population.

Under the direction of the pharmacy manager, the staff pharmacist is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the pharmacy, including dispensing medications, counseling patients, and ensuring compliance with all federal and state laws and regulatory requirements. This role focuses on delivering high-quality patient care by accurately preparing and verifying prescriptions and collaborating with other healthcare providers. The staff pharmacist also assists with inventory management to ensure medications are stocked, safe, and cost-effective.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist degree (PharmD or Bachelor) from an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Registered/licensed by the California Board of Pharmacy with a current and clear license.
• A minimum of one year of pharmacist experience in a retail or clinical pharmacy setting is preferred.
• Experience working with underserved communities such as undocumented workers, unaccompanied minors, LGBTQ+ populations, communities of color, youth/adolescents, and those experiencing homelessness, substance abuse, and/or mental illness is preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred (oral and written fluency desired).

Responsibilities

Patient care and clinical services:

• Dispense medications accurately and counsel patients on proper use, possible side effects, and interactions with other medications.
• Provide medication therapy management (MTM) to optimize patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with medical staff to ensure integrated and comprehensive patient care.
• Monitor patients' adherence to prescribed medications and make necessary interventions.

340B Program Support

• Ensure proper handling and documentation of 340B medications, including compliance with program regulations.
• Assist the Pharmacy Manager in monitoring 340B inventory and preventing diversion and duplicate discounts.

Compliance and quality assurance:

• Adhere to all state and federal regulations as well as BACHC policies and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining accurate records for audits and inspections, ensuring the pharmacy is always prepared for state board and HRSA audits.
• Ensure the proper disposal of expired medications in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Operations support:

• Assist in maintaining pharmacy inventory, including ordering, restocking, and managing expiration dates.
• Work with pharmacy technicians to ensure smooth daily operations and compliance with all relevant ratios and regulations.
• Support the Pharmacy Manager with additional operational tasks as needed.

Team collaboration:

• Contribute to a positive and inclusive team environment that values diversity and teamwork.
• Participate in staff training and professional development opportunities.

Hours of Operation:

Monday - Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM

Job Type: Per Diem

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person