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
Original Posting
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