Clinical Pharmacist

Working Title: Clinical Pharmacist

Job Class: Pharmacist

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 79384

• Location : St. Peter

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/24/2024

• Closing Date : 12/30/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / St. Peter - Forensics - Health Treatment Professionals

• Division/Unit : St Peter / CIS Jail Consultation

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : potential travel to community sites

• Salary Range: $50.69 - $74.98 / hourly; $105,840 - $156,558 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 213 - Health Treatment Professional/Unrep

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (~~~/) : Yes

• Re-posting position: YES

The work you'll do is 0more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Looking For a Change! Join our Pharmacist Team at the Department of Human Services, Direct Care & Treatment Division. Together we can improve your work/life balance while continuing to enhance the lives of Minnesotans.

We have a great opportunity for a Licensed Pharmacist to provide pharmaceutical support to our Direct Care and Treatment division. If you have a passion for psychiatric pharmacy, this position may be a great fit for you!

Job Duties:

• Provide consultative pharmaceutical care services to DCT patients and/or inmates in Minnesota County Jails.

• Clinical consultations for DCT and County Jail staff regarding but not limited to drug formularies, Involuntary Medication Orders (IMOs), medication reviews, documentation of medication administration, etc.

• Serve as a consultant to medical and nursing staff to provide the most current information regarding drug therapies.

• Provide education to students, residents, staff, community partners, and patients/inmates on pharmaceutical topics

• Ensure that the Jail facility staff know the expectations and follow the processes for properly dispensing medications, meeting all legal and accreditation/certification requirements, and complying with all applicable policies, procedures, codes, and standards for the facility.

• Network with community pharmacies and medical service providers to help County Jail staff develop working relationships with and/or contracts for services needed.

Why work for Us:

• Rewarding career in which you will be positively impacting the lives of Minnesota's most vulnerable residents

• Competitive compensation

• Relocation expenses

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision packages

• State Pension and retirement benefits,

• Paid time off and more!

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy from an accredited College of Pharmacy

• Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a pharmacist in Minnesota

• Two years of experience as a fulltime clinical pharmacist or completion of a (PGY1) 12-month Postgraduate Pharmacy Residency*

*Note: Candidates currently in a 12-month Postgraduate Pharmacy Residency Program (PGY1 & PGY 2) may apply and are eligible for a contingent offer based on successful completion of a PGY1 or PGY 2 program

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing pharmacy services for individuals with mental illness, chemical dependency, and related or co-occurring diagnoses.

• Experience participating in multidisciplinary rounds and working on interdisciplinary teams.

• Experience providing patient education.

• Board Certified Psychiatric Pharmacist (BCPP)

• Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS)

• Eligible to sit for an appropriate pharmacy specialist exam.

• Completion of a PGY2 Pharmacy Residency in Psychiatric Pharmacy.

• Proficient at documentation, project development, and/or precepting.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment. To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at ~~~ or email ~~~ . Please indicate what assistance is needed.