Geriatric Pharmacist

Geriatric Pharmacist - Veterans Home of California (CalVet) Pharmacy of West LA

Job Summary

CalVet Pharmacy is currently gathering a pool of highly qualified candidates for an anticipated opening for a Geriatric Pharmacist on our team. This role involves both working in daily pharmacy operations and providing expert clinical consultation to our CalVet Providers. You will contribute to the execution of the daily workflow and logistics, while also optimizing medication therapy through comprehensive Drug Regimen Reviews which can significantly impact the quality of care of our elderly veterans. We highly value work-life balance, which is reflected in the set, employee-friendly regular work schedule (Monday through Friday, during normal business hours) with NO required weekends, evenings, holidays or on-call responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Processing Orders: Perform PV1 (data entry/verification) and PV2 (final product verification) of dispensed medications for SNF and RCFE residents.
• Perform Comprehensive Drug Regimen Reviews (DRRs): Conduct thorough, timely, and evidence-based clinical reviews for all assigned residents.
• Physician Resource: Act as a clinical pharmacy resource for the medical staff, offering evidence-based advice and recommendations in formal meetings and upon request via telephone
• Clinical Intervention: Collaborate with prescribers to develop and implement individualized medication therapy plans, emphasizing deprescribing and safety for geriatric patients.
• Formulary Management: Maintain the pharmacy formulary, working with leadership and prescribers to ensure cost-effective and clinically appropriate drug choices.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all dispensing and operational practices comply with California State Board of Pharmacy regulations, California Title 22, and federal laws.
• Quality Improvement: Lead or support facility-wide initiatives related to medication use, risk reduction, and continuous quality improvement (CQI).

Schedule & Benefits

This position is a California State employee position and offers an outstanding work-life balance and compensation package:

• Schedule: Monday through Friday, during normal business hours. No weekends, evenings or on-call responsibilities.
• Holidays: Off on every State Holiday observed by the State of California.
• Retirement & Savings: Participation in a comprehensive retirement system, including a defined benefit pension (CalPERS), as well as access to deferred compensation plans (401k and 457b).
• Health Insurance: Enrollment in premium health, dental, and vision coverage through the CalPERS system, providing employees with a wide array of high-quality plan options
• Retiree Health Benefits: Eligibility for CalPERS Health Retirement, which provides access to subsidized health, dental, and vision coverage that extends into retirement based on years of service.
• Professional Development: Generous dedicated time off and support for continuing education and professional development activities.

Requirements

• Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy.
• Licensure: Valid and active CA Pharmacist License
• Experience: Geriatric pharmacy experience providing patient care in long-term care settings, such as SNFs, RCFEs.

Additional Highly Valued Qualifications

These credentials are not required, but are highly recommended and will significantly enhance a candidate's application:

• Advanced Clinical Training: Successful completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency program is highly valued.
• Board Certification: Current Board Certification in Geriatric Pharmacy (BCGP) or Board Certification in Pharmacotherapy (BCPS) from the Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) is strongly recommended.
• Experience with specific pharmacy operating systems and electronic health records utilized by long-term care facilities.

How to Apply:

Please note, the Geriatric Pharmacist position is currently anticipated. Submitting your application or curriculum vitae through this process will ensure you are among the first candidates considered. You may be contacted for an initial screening to determine mutual fit before the position is officially posted for competitive State application.

Please submit your curriculum vitae and cover letter detailing your experience in both geriatrics and pharmacy operations. We encourage inquiries if you need any further information.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $80.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Family leave
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

• Have you successfully completed an ASHP-accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency?
• Are you currently board certified by the Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) in a relevant specialty (e.g., BCPS, BCGP)?
• Describe your clinical pharmacy experience you have specifically serving the geriatric population (e.g., in SNF, RCFE)?

Work Location: In person