Pharmacotherapy Pharmacist - Ambulatory Care - Full Time - 8 Hour - Days
 John Muir Health | |
 United States, California, Walnut Creek | |
| 1400 Treat Boulevard (Show on map) | |
 Aug 22, 2025 | |
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Job Description:The Advanced Practice Pharmacist (APP) in the Pharmacotherapy Clinic at John Muir Health plays a vital role in the comprehensive management of patients with a variety of complex and chronic disease states. Practicing under a Collaborative Practice Agreement (CPA) in accordance with California State Board of Pharmacy regulations, the APP is authorized to prescribe, initiate, adjust, and discontinue medications to optimize therapeutic outcomes across a range of specialties. Core responsibilities include assessing medication regimens for safety, efficacy, and adherence; streamlining therapies when appropriate; mitigating drug interactions; and educating patients and caregivers to support long-term treatment success. Pharmacists will perform clinical assessments, order and interpret laboratory tests, and monitor patient responses to therapy to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective care. The APP collaborates closely with physicians and the care team to ensure continuity of care and achievement of clinical goals. Strong documentation and communication skills are essential in both patient-facing and interdisciplinary team settings. In addition to direct patient care, the APP contributes to policy development, quality improvement, and staff education. Responsibilities may also include supervising technicians, supporting regulatory compliance initiatives, and assuming leadership duties in the absence of pharmacy management. Success in this role requires clinical expertise, adaptability in a high-acuity outpatient environment, and a proactive, collaborative approach to patient care.
Education:
Experience: Candidates must meet qualifications consistent with California State Board of Pharmacy requirements for Advanced Practice Pharmacist (APP) recognition by fulfilling any two (2) of the following:
For candidates without residency training, a minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience in ambulatory care or chronic disease state management is strongly preferred. Additional Experience Requirements:
Certifications/Licensures:
Pay Range: $92.42 - $124.76 HourlyOffer amounts are based on
demonstrated/relevant experience and/or licensure.
Pay will be adjusted to the local market if hired outside of the Bay Area.
Note: Positions at JMH which are exempt (not eligible for overtime) under the level of Manager are listed as hourly for compensation purposes on this posting. The work shift will contain the word 'exempt' on it.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:40
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