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DSHS ESH Clinical Pharmacist

State of Washington

Medical Lake, Washington, United States of America
Full-time, Permanent
Posted Sep 03, 2025
Onsite

About the role

Benefits, Description, Join a highly respected team committed to helping people who have been diagnosed with behavioral health issues at Eastern State Hospital, (ESH), forensic psychiatric hospital located in Medical Lake, Washington.

Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical pharmacy services and ensure appropriate drug therapy
  • Partner with multidisciplinary treatment teams to monitor patient medications and treatment outcomes
  • Provide comprehensive information to medical staff; provide patient medication counseling at discharge
  • May participate in interdisciplinary committees
  • Complete assigned Pharmacy and Therapeutics activities

Requirements

  • Board Certification in Psychiatry, Pharmacotherapy, Geriatrics, Ambulatory Care or Diabetes
  • Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D) degree from an accredited college of pharmacy
  • Valid Washington state license to practice pharmacy, or eligibility to obtain licensure within 90 days of employment

Benefits

  • $10,000 annually for Board Certification in an area relevant to patient care
  • Up to 6 days off for Continuing Education necessary for the maintenance of a license
  • May qualify for student loan repayment program
  • Additional benefits for Pierce County employees
  • Duties performed on-site at this work location are currently eligible for an additional 5% premium pay

About the Company

Eastern State Hospital (ESH) is one of two state-operated psychiatric hospitals for adults in Washington. Since opening its doors in 1891, ESH has played a vital role in delivering inpatient evaluation, therapy, and treatment for individuals with serious mental illness.

Job Details

Salary Range

$132,540 - $161,436/annually

Location

Medical Lake, Washington, United States of America

Employment Type

Full-time, Permanent

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