Provides a quality level of comprehensive clinical pharmaceutical services demonstrating sound
judgment based upon knowledge and application of professional, departmental, and organizational
principles and standards. Demonstrates an ability to coordinate subordinate activities by providing
direction and guidance concerning the operational activities of the department.

Demonstrates ability to document clinical activities and interventions such as consults, patient teachings
and other patient specific information as defined by policy and procedure.
? Interprets medication orders and/or prescriptions for drug interactions, appropriate drug selection and
appropriateness. Accurately enters / verifies the order or prescription into the computer system, labels,
and dispenses medications in a timely manner.
? Verifies and checks medications prepared by other pharmacy personnel.
? Communicates drug information to patients and health professionals. Resolves drug related problems by
consulting with other health care professionals to achieve appropriate patient outcomes. Unclear orders
written by a licensed provider are clarified with the licensed provider. Assists the licensed provider in
appropriate drug selection and therapeutic regimens.

Achieves and maintains an adequate basic knowledge base to provide clinical services for all age groups
served. Provides basic clinical services as required by policy and procedure.
? Maintains a working knowledge of automated systems
? Responsible for technician activities, performance, provides direction and guidance as needed.
? Participates in the orientation, instruction and training of pharmacy students and interns, pharmacy
technicians, residents, pharmacists and other health professionals. May serve as the Residency Program
Director or Coordinator if applicable to their location.
? Performs duties in documented accordance with requirements of all regulatory and governing bodies.
? Completing mandatory education from a system and department level as appropriate.
? Provides patient counseling and drug information and documentation as appropriate.
? Completes other duties as they are assigned within the scope of their licensure as requested.

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree

BLS-CPR

Active California State Pharmacist License

About Mercy General Hospital - Dignity/Common Spirit Health

Dignity Health is known for excellence in patient care with nationally ranked hospitals and programs throughout the Greater Sacramento area. Founded in 1925, Dignity Health - Mercy General Hospital is a 310- bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Sacramento, California. Serving over 40,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, cancer care, women’s health, and neurology. Additionally, Mercy General Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center. Mercy General Hospital shares a legacy of humankindness with Dignity Health and CommonSpirit Health, one of the nation’s largest health care systems, dedicated to providing compassionate, highquality, and affordable patient-centered care

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