About the Role:
Skilled Nursing Pharmacy in Hayward, CA is looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable Consultant Pharmacist to join our team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care by providing expert pharmaceutical guidance to skilled nursing facilities. If you're passionate about long-term care pharmacy and clinical excellence, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
- Conduct monthly drug regimen reviews (DRR) for residents in assigned skilled nursing facilities
- Identify and report medication-related problems, adverse drug reactions, and potential drug interactions
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary care teams to optimize medication therapy
- Ensure facility compliance with federal and state long-term care pharmacy regulations
- Provide staff education and in-service training on medication management and safety protocols
- Review and update facility formularies and medication administration policies as needed
- Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives
Requirements:
- Active and unrestricted Pharmacist license in the state of California
- Experience in long-term care, geriatric pharmacy, or consultant pharmacy preferred
- Strong knowledge of federal and California state regulations governing skilled nursing facilities
- Familiarity with OBRA regulations and CMS guidelines for drug regimen review
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with multidisciplinary teams
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and clinical problem-solving abilities
- Ability to manage multiple facility accounts and work independently
About Us:
Skilled Nursing Pharmacy is a trusted pharmacy partner serving long-term care and skilled nursing facilities throughout the Hayward, CA area. Our team is committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered pharmaceutical care that improves quality of life for residents. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, supportive work environment where pharmacists are empowered to do their best clinical work.