Kern Valley Hospital

Pharmacist

Provides professional pharmacy services to the community. Reviews, interprets, and dispenses medications, drugs, and other pharmaceuticals as prescribed by physicians/providers according to professional standards, state and federal laws and regulations. Counsels patients on medication use and provides drug information to patients and licensed personnel. Performs monthly medication regimen reviews (MRR) and prepares quarterly summaries of trends and findings. Attends quarterly Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) meetings. Provides drug information to medical and nursing staff. Provides drug safety education in-services. Supports the Director of Nursing as necessary. Meets state and federal laws and regulations. Reviews and interprets medication orders. Reviews medication profiles to prevent adverse drug reactions, therapeutic duplications, dosing errors, and drug-drug interactions. Monitors therapeutic treatments and relevant lab values and parameters. Adheres to protocols and performs therapeutic interchanges. Supervises ancillary staff such as pharmacy technicians and/or clerks. Performs projects as assigned necessary for a functional and efficient pharmacy. Performs clinical interventions and monitors therapies. Participates in clinical programs and accesses patient-specific data when performing medication verification. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of therapeutic drug monitoring. Performs patient care in a manner that promotes the best outcomes for patients by minimizing potential medication errors. Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency in renal function calculation and dosing adjustment. Verifies and prepares medications by reviewing and interpreting physician and provider orders for therapeutic appropriateness. Dispenses medication by compounding, packing, and labeling appropriately. Organizes and directs ancillary staff workflow, verifying their work, and validating order entries. Conducts outdate inspections of all medication areas. Complies with federal laws and regulations set by relevant authorities. Maintains a safe and clean working environment by adhering to policies and procedures. Attends Continuing Education (CE) to maintain pharmaceutical knowledge. Provides professional service to all customers, colleagues, and coworkers. Gains proficiency with CPOE systems and medication error reporting systems. Communicates clearly and appropriately with medical staff, nursing staff, and the public. Documents clinical interventions and monitoring when applicable. Maintains department goals in compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Demonstrates knowledge of current approved pharmacy protocols. Understands daily workflow and responsibilities. Performs other duties as assigned. Adheres to dress code, ensuring neat appearance and timely arrival for shifts. Completes annual education requirements, attends staff meetings, and performs departmental in-service training. Maintains patient/resident and employee confidentiality. Prioritizes tasks while adapting to changing departmental needs. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Maintains good rapport and cooperative working relationships with all staff. Complies with organizational policies on ethical practices. Communicates the mission, ethics, and goals of the facility.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry‑leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest‑growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct‑hire, and non‑clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long‑term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest‑growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.