*THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.State Hospital South (SHS) in
Blackfoot is currently recruiting for a full-time benefit eligible (40 hours per week plus on-call coverage)
Clinical Pharmacist. The Pharmacy function is to compound and dispense pharmaceuticals and provide clinical pharmaceutical consultation in an institution and perform related work. State Hospital South offers a challenging and rewarding work atmosphere. In addition, incumbents will have the opportunity to work with professional, friendly and dedicated staff. In addition to rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package which includes excellent medical, dental and vision.
This position is not eligible for telework.BENEFITS: The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:
- We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit at retirement.
- 11 paid holidays
- Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)
- Paid parental leave
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax (full-time/30+ hours per week)
- 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options
- Deferred compensation plan
- Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Wide variety of training opportunities
- Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting
- Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility
- Employee assistance program
Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:- Calculate dosages.
- Compound, prepare, package and dispense medical prescriptions.
- Consults with medical staff on medication changes and drug formulation.
- Maintain patient-profile records and cross-check for potential drug interaction, sensitivity, or adverse reaction problems.
- Monitor and train other professionals to monitor patients with potential adverse drug reactions.
- Perform clinical drug review for intermediate-care facility patients.
- Research, investigate and document pharmacologic reports with recommendations to physicians.
- Order and stock drugs and pharmaceutical products at prescribed level.
- Ensure that use and storage of controlled substances that conform with legal requirements.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below. - Licensed in Idaho or eligible for reciprocal licensure as a Pharmacist (Idaho Code 54-1722).
- Good knowledge of pharmacy operation procedures. Typically gained by at least one year experience working in a pharmacy.
Learn About a Career with DHW If relocating to Idaho, the Department of Health & Welfare does not reimburse the cost of relocating and the department does not sponsor anyone with a work visa.PLEASE NOTE: application assistance is not available after the business hours listed below, on the weekends, or on holidays and you must apply before 11:59 pm on the closing date. When applying, use CHROME as your browser to avoid complications. If you have questions, please contact us at:
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