Pharmacist I (Per Diem) POOL

Salary and Benefits

PLEASE NOTE: The starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of (Revised) $63.89 per hour to $78.50 per hour.

This is a temporary, hourly, per diem position. The position is non-benefited and is not eligible for the CSU employee benefits program. Employees are paid only for hours worked, and work schedules are based on department needs.

Classification

Per Diem - Non-Exempt HealthCare

About Cal State East Bay

Cal State East Bay's beautiful main campus is located in the Hayward hills with panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay shoreline. Situated above the city of Hayward, the campus offers an ideal setting for teaching and learning and yet easy access to the many cities along the bay. The University has a satellite campus in Concord, a professional development center in Oakland and a significant presence online. Founded in 1957, Cal State East Bay is one of 23 universities of the California State University system (CSU). Cal State East Bay is recognized as a regionally engaged and globally oriented university with a strong commitment to academic innovation, student success, engaged and service learning, diversity, and sustainability.

About the Position

Student Health and Counseling Services provides basic medical and mental health care to CSUEB students, and promotes healthy living. We strive to assist students in attaining an optimal state of health, so they may achieve their academic and career goals. 

The Pharmacist performs general licensed pharmacist work and abides by professional policies as defined and required by the California Board of Pharmacy. This position functions in accordance with CSU Executive Orders, SHCS policies and procedures, and relevant state and federal laws in providing pharmaceutical services and is responsible for the overall operations of the pharmacy while working independently and taking direction from the Pharmacist-in-Charge. 

Responsibilities

The following duties are meant to illustrate the general range of work functions performed by a Pharmacist I; they are not meant to be all-inclusive or restrictive.  Work assignments may involve related activities.

Provide Pharmaceutical Services to Customers

• Compound, fill and dispense medications
• Provide information to students regarding proper use of medication- provide consultations
• Consult with and advise clinicians on drug selection, dosage and administration
• Provide up to date drug information on actions and side effects, availability, cost and possible alternate therapy.
• Maintain formularies, standard compendia on pharmaceuticals and references.
• Update drug and patient profiles
• Collect payment for medication(s) as needed. Submit billing information electronically if   applicable.
• Provide lead work direction and instruct pharmacy technicians, pharmacy helpers, clerks, students and volunteers in the processing and fulfillment of prescriptions
• Facilitate sale of over the counter (OTC) medications
• Coordinate process of appropriate medication disposal 
• Receive and maintain pharmaceuticals and supplies. Stock cabinet/supply of medication(s) to be dispensed by clinicians if needed
• Assist with immunizations as requested

Perform Inventory Control

• Maintain medications in the pharmacy formulary and keep pharmacy stocked appropriately
• Ensure expired medications are returned/disposed of appropriately
• Help monitor stock of immunizations
• Maintain prescription records, controlled substances inventory, DEA inventory and all of other records of dispersion as needed to comply with campus, state, and/or federal requests
• Help with monitoring of inventory of medications stored outside of the pharmacy.

Perform Administrative, Educational, Technical Tasks & Other Duties as Assigned

• Participates in various Health Center promotion event and/or committee meetings
• Participates in the adherence of policies and protocols
• Maintains pharmacy security.
• Help update licensing and regulatory documentation regarding pharmacy status as needed.
• Keep abreast of developments in professional field.
• Participate in continuous education to maintain licensure.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of the laws and regulations pertaining to dispensing, storage, and recordkeeping of drugs, narcotics and poisons.  Thorough knowledge of all drugs, chemicals and supplies required in the operation of the Student Health Center pharmacy.  Working knowledge of automated pharmacy systems; and campus procurement and budgetary processes.  General knowledge of pharmacy administration and the requirements of serving as a Pharmacist-in-Charge.

Abilities: Ability to compound and fill prescriptions; evaluate written prescription orders to determine ingredients needed and ensure proper dosages; review patient profiles against prescriptions for potential drug interactions and allergies; serve as a resource to practitioners and other medical support staff in the areas of pharmacology, drug combination, drug interaction, and alternative drug therapies; participate in the development and implementation of pharmacy policies, procedures and protocols; prepare and maintain accurate records and reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other health center staff and management; be sensitive to, communicate effectively with, and provide support to diverse patients; and provide lead work direction to pharmacy support staff.

Education and Experience:  Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) college of pharmacy program or other program recognized by the board as defined by the California State Board of Pharmacy. Equivalent to one year of experience as a licensed pharmacist working independently.

License:  Possess and maintain a valid pharmacist license as defined and required by the California State Board of Pharmacy.

Preferred Skills and Knowledge 

• Experience working in a college or university student health center, outpatient clinic, or similarly integrated healthcare environment.
• Demonstrated ability to provide patient-centered service in a diverse educational, clinical, or institutional setting.
• Experience administering immunizations in a clinical, community, or retail pharmacy setting.
• Experience utilizing automated pharmacy dispensing systems and electronic medical record systems, including systems such as Propharm/Pharmac.
• Experience with retail pharmacy operations, including point-of-sale transactions, insurance processing, inventory management, and related pharmacy workflows.
• Knowledge of Family PACT program requirements and billing regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with patients, healthcare providers, staff, and campus partners.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate competing assignments, and meet time-sensitive deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships within a diverse multicultural environment.
• Proficiency using pharmacy-related technology and standard business software applications to support clinical, operational, and administrative functions.
• Ability and willingness to attend off-site training and professional development programs as needed.

Condition(s) of Employment

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including LiveScan, as appropriate), that may include, but is not limited to: criminal records check, verification of academic credentials, licenses, certificates, credit history, professional references and/or verification of work history is required for employment.  Cal State East Bay will issue a conditional offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Unsatisfactory results may also affect the continued employment of current Cal State East Bay employees who were conditionally offered the position.

All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate. LiveScan is conducted through the University Police Department.

EEO Statement

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal State, East Bay provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. The CSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s  Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

Other Information

All California State University campuses, including Cal State East Bay, are smoke and tobacco-free.  For more information, please visit our website here.

In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the Cal State East Bay Annual Campus Security Report is available here. 

Sponsorship

Cal State East Bay is not a sponsoring agency for Staff or Management positions and we are not an E-Verify employer.

Mandated Reporter

The incumbent in this position may be considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and will be required to comply with requirements set forth in the CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.