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Job Summary and Responsibilities
As a Clinical Pharmacist, you will provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care services to patients, working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize medication therapy and improve patient outcomes.
Every day, you will be responsible for medication order review, pharmacokinetic monitoring, drug information provision, patient education, and participation in clinical initiatives.
- Review and verify medication orders for appropriateness, safety, and efficacy, considering patient-specific factors such as age, weight, renal function, and allergies.
- Monitor serum drug concentrations and adjust dosages as needed to achieve therapeutic goals and minimize toxicity.
- Provide accurate and timely drug information to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
- Educate patients on their medications, including proper administration, potential side effects, and drug interactions.
- Conduct comprehensive medication reviews and provide MTM services to patients with chronic diseases.
- Participate in antimicrobial stewardship programs to promote the appropriate use of antibiotics and prevent antimicrobial resistance.
- Monitor for and report adverse drug reactions.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree required.
- 1 year of pharmacist experience required.
- An active State Pharmacist License in good standing in the state in which the employee works (RD PHARM) required.
- AHA BLS required.
- Fire Card (must obtain within 90 days of start date) required.
Where You'll Work
Founded in 1955, Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, heart care, cancer care and women's health. It is the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley.
Additionally, Northridge Hospital Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and has been recognized as one of America's 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.
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