0.5 Float Staff Pharmacist

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:

$5,634.83 - $7,412.00 Semimonthly

Department:

Health Department

Job Type:

Regular Represented

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

January 23, 2025

The Opportunity:

THIS WORK MATTERS!

At Multnomah County Health Department Pharmacy Services, we're more than just a team—we're a community of dedicated professionals committed to a singular mission: providing unparalleled pharmaceutical care to the most vulnerable, underinsured, and uninsured clients from our community.

Join us in our quest to make healthcare accessible and affordable for all. With your expertise and passion, together, we'll continue to transform lives and uplift communities. Come be a part of something truly special at MCHD Pharmacy Services—where every prescription filled is a testament to our unwavering dedication to excellence and compassion.

As the Float Staff Pharmacist, you will:

• Perform medication dispensing including correct entry of prescription orders into the pharmacy management software, filling of prescription orders, performing drug utilization review of prescription orders for drug/therapeutic appropriateness (DUR) and prescription verification.

• Review work of pharmacy technicians assisting in the preparation of prescription orders.

• Model and demonstrate best practices in medication dispensing.

• Provide consultation and education to patients on the use of their medications.

• Ensure adequate inventory of drugs and supplies are kept for the clinic and pharmacy clients and that all record keeping is maintained.

• Consult with medical providers as needed or on request, providing pharmaceutical information for clinical staff and patients.

• Actively participate in initiatives designed to promote a safe work environment.

Why Join Us: 

• Make a meaningful impact: Your work directly contributes to improving the health and well-being of our community.

• Collaborative environment: Join a supportive team of healthcare professionals dedicated to serving diverse populations.

• Growth opportunities: We're committed to your professional development and offer opportunities for advancement within the organization.

• Competitive benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and more.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Health Department employee you will create a work culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.

Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more. Find more details on our benefits website. 

Our Commitment to Safety, Trust and Belonging: Multnomah County is committed to developing, nurturing and continually improving workforce equity by identifying and addressing the structural and policy barriers to equal employment opportunity faced by our employees and communities. County employees across the organization have stepped forward to develop a strategic plan and help create a workplace where everyone can reach their full potential. Learn more by reading our Workforce Equity Strategic Plan and exploring our