Pharmacist

The Position

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This is a limited continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:
4/30/2024, 5/28/2024, 6/25/2024, 7/23/2024 (Final) Under direction, the Pharmacist compounds and dispenses pharmaceutical drugs, medicines and prescriptions, and provides direct consultative services to health care professionals and patients regarding drug therapy.

Examples of Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Pharmaceutical arithmetic, chemistry, materia-medica, and pharmacology
• Pharmaceutical manufacturing methods
• Federal and State laws relative to dispensing and use of narcotics, poisons and drugs
• Principles and methods for curriculum and training design; instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects

Ability to

• Compound a wide variety of drugs and medicines
• Assimilate and provide information on drugs and their actions
• Advise and consult with medical and nursing staff regarding the properties of drug substances
• Counsel patients regarding use, possible side effects, and storage of medication
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with staff and patients
• Conduct drug research and drug utilization studies
• Prepare and maintain accurate reports and records

Employment Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a valid license as a Registered Pharmacist issued by the State of California Board of Pharmacy.

Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here (Download PDF reader) or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice.

General Qualifications

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain such required license(s) may be cause for disciplinary action in accordance with Civil Service Rules. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be considered for accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Probationary Period

The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months.