PHARMACIST AMBULATORY CARE DIABETES – DIABETES CENTER

Salary Range: $77.7200 – $119.4900 /hour. Actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, skill level, and education.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The Diabetes Ambulatory Care Pharmacist is a licensed pharmacist who is responsible for applying knowledge, skill, competence, and clinical expertise in the outpatient clinic arena. Working with a multidisciplinary team and practicing under a collaborative practice agreement in the Mary and Dick Allen Diabetes Center, the Diabetes Ambulatory Care Pharmacist will primarily work in the Diabetes Center as a direct patient care clinician. The collaborative practice agreement will permit the pharmacist to add, modify, or discontinue medications and order and interpret laboratory assessments as needed for consulted conditions. The Pharmacist will also assist in training and support regarding diabetes devices, including but not limited to, blood glucose meters, continuous glucose monitors, pumps, sensors, etc. The Pharmacist will see patients referred by physicians and providers in an integrated care environment, contribute to training and education of students, residents, and other clinicians, and participate in research and quality improvement initiatives. In addition, the Pharmacist will be actively involved in the monitoring and oversight of diabetic therapies in this population, including disease and weight management. The roles of the Pharmacist in this setting are that of a clinician, educator, consultant, leader, problem-solver, researcher, and quality improvement advocate.

Projects an image of professionalism in communication, appearance, and conduct. Maintains a working knowledge of departmental and organizational standard operating procedures. Maintains expertise in areas of practice through continual learning, journal review and other educational activities. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Graduation from an ACPE-accredited pharmacy school program with at least a B.S. degree
• At least 3+ years experience in ambulatory diabetes care or related services in a progressive healthcare system, OR completion of a post-graduate year one ASHP-accredited residency program +/- post-graduate year two related specialty training program
• Graduation from an ASHP-accredited pharmacy residency program preferred

License Required

• Valid license to practice pharmacy in the State of California

Certifications Required

• Current BLS certification required prior to hire

Certifications Preferred

• Completion of a CDCES or BC-ADM credential, or BPSACP certificate preferred

Hoag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hoag is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Hoag hires a diverse group of people in a manner that allows them to reach their full potential in the pursuit of organizational objectives.

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