Salary : $133,681.60 - $169,436.80 Annually
Location : Seattle, WA
Job Type: Career Service, Part Time, 20 hrs/week
Job Number: 2024AO21657
Department: DPH - Public Health
Division: Community Health Services
Opening Date: 04/18/2024
Closing Date: 5/2/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: C9A : PROTEC17-DPH, DCHS-Health Prof
Full- or Part-Time: Part Time
Hours/Week: 35 hours/week
Summary

We are looking to fill ONE 0.5FTE - 20 hrs week pharmacist position to work at the Downtown Public Health Center Pharmacy in Community Health Services Division of Public Health Seattle & King County support the operation and serving our clients.
This Pharmacist position will provide professional pharmaceutical services. The incumbent is required to be a licensed pharmacist who will be responsible for working within the medication distribution system in a Public Health Center setting, which includes all aspects of filling and dispensing prescriptions. The incumbent will work with other members of the pharmacy team and with the clinic medical staff to provide pharmaceutical care and will also support other Public Health pharmacies if needed.
Community Health Services (CHS) strengthens King County's safety net services and partnerships to deliver equitable and responsive health care for marginalized communities.
Commitment To Equity and Social Justice
Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.

The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.

We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.

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Work Schedule
This position is fully benefited 0.5 FTE and overtime eligible.
Pharmacy operation hours at Downtown Public Health is Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Fixed schedules can be negotiated and includes shifts 5 days per week.
The work may require you to backfill full days a few times per month.

Work Location
Downtown Public Health Center
2124 4th Ave.
Seattle, WA 98121
Job Duties

Fill and dispense prescription and non-prescription medications for Public Health patients.
•Monitor drug therapy prescribed to patients by evaluating patient medical history, clinically significant drug interactions, adverse reactions, therapeutic duplications, drug dosage, and compliance with prescription order.
•Provide drug education to health care providers and patients related to medications prescribed.
•Participate and maintain inventory control of drugs including purchasing, receiving, and placing in stock all drug and pharmacy supplies.
•Participate in quality improvement efforts in health facilities by providing drug use management programs and participating in facility's activities.
•Act as preceptor for pharmacy interns and pharmacy technicians.
•Support the teams of vaccine prep staffs, vaccinators, clinicians, and other disciplines working at other Public Health sites.
•Oversee proper receipt and storage of pharmacy deliveries.
•Perform data entry and data system management related to pharmacy operations.
•Perform other duties as assigned.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

• Pharmacist License
• Immunization Certificate
• Healthcare Provider CPR/BLS Certificate
• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy OR Pharm D from an accredited college OR university
• Must possess current Washington State Board of Pharmacy Pharmacist license and be in good standing.
• Current knowledge of disease states and other health issues utilizing pharmaceutical therapy, current therapeutic use of drugs, clinically significant drug interactions and adverse drug reactions, and strong clinical pharmacy knowledge and applicability to the health issues addressed by Public Health
• Current knowledge of drug names, strength, dosage forms, generic equivalents, and delivery systems
• Skilled in working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Must be able to work well as a contributing member of a diverse multi-disciplinary staff.
• Knowledge of inventory control procedures and practices
• Knowledge of Washington State laws and regulations regarding the practice of pharmacy
• Knowledge of delegation techniques and principles
• Knowledge of medication storage and shipping requirements for product stability
• Knowledge of legal requirements for pharmacy wholesalers relating to re-packaging and returns for credit of medications.
• Mathematics calculation skills for determining weight and strength of solutions for compounding.
• Must possess organization skills; communication skills (oral and written), problem-solving skills, and presentation skills.

Desired:

• Experience working with physicians and nurse practitioners or other clinical team members.
• Previous experience working in a community or public health clinic is desired.
• Previous experience working in a 340B pharmacy is desired.
• Bilingual applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

Supplemental Information
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ , people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
Who May Apply
Open to ALL

Application Process
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:

• NeoGov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
• Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
• Resume
• Letter of Interest

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
If you are the successful candidate for the position(s), as a condition of your employment, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to work in the medical clinic(s) outlined in this job posting prior to your start date. To ensure this condition is met, prior to your start date, the county will send you a conditional offer letter requesting you to provide proof of vaccination or have an approved request for medical or religious exemption and an approved accommodation. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation."
Necessary Special Requirements

• The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience.
• The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR ( if applicable).
• The selected candidate must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment. (and Pre-employment Physical, if applicable).
• For more information on our selection process, please refer to For tips on interviewing, please visit
• Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.
• Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
• Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations.
• Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
• When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with relevant CBA language and/or KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department.
• If you need a disability accommodation in the application or testing process, please call the contact number listed on the job announcement.

Union Membership
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Contact
For more information about the application process please contact Alexis Owens at
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

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This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
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Have you worked in a correctional or other locked facility?

• Yes
• No

02

Have you used an electronic health records system?

• Yes
• No

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If you marked YES in question 2, please state what systems are you proficient in using? If you marked NO, please state N/A
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Have you ever been subject to review, challenges, and/or disciplinary action, formal or informal, by an ethics committee, licensing board, medical disciplinary board or related professional association?

• Yes
• No

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Have you ever been involved, as a health service provider, in a malpractice claim or suit?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have knowledge of any action pending before any licensing board(s) which could affect your license or ability to practice?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing to provide pregnancy options counseling to women and possibly dispense Plan B?

• Yes
• No

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Seattle & King County Public Health has a strong commitment to equity and social justice. All staff are given training in Equity and Social Justice (ESJ) as well as Trauma Informed Care (TIC). Please describe why working for an agency that values ESJ and TIC is important to you.
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Do you possess BLS CPR for Healthcare Providers?

• Yes
• No

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If you marked NO in question 9, please describe how you would obtain certification by time of job offer. If you marked YES, in question 9, please state N/A.Failure to obtain this BLS/CPR certification will result in job offer being delayed or rescinded.
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Are you bilingual? If so, what language(s) are you proficient in reading, writing and speaking?
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Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? ANDIs this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? ANDDo you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?

• Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
• No.

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If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided:1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice2. The department you worked in3. The effective date of your layoff
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