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Central California Faculty Medical Group (CCFMG), affiliated with UCSF Fresno, has an excellent opportunity for a Clinical Pharmacist in the Psychiatry Division at the Fresno County Department of Behavioral Health.

The Clinical Pharmacist will serve as a drug information resource to both providers and patients and will assess the appropriateness, effectiveness, and safety of all medications for patients enrolled in this service. This role will assist in disease state management of patients by optimizing drug therapy by adding, substituting, discontinuing, adjusting, or monitoring medications for patients diagnosed with major psychiatric diseases. The Clinical Pharmacist will serve as a health-educator and provide information for patients, families and caregivers that will:

• Improve health literacy by providing comprehensive education surrounding the appropriate use of mediations and the goals of disease state management that will lead to optimal health outcomes and improve patients’ quality of life.
• Empower patients to improve their well-being by becoming actively engaged in their health care. 

Located in Fresno, California, where residents enjoy a high standard of living combined with a low cost of living. The result is a quality of life uniquely Californian, yet surprisingly affordable. Limitless recreational opportunities and spectacular scenery is all accessible in a community with abundant affordable housing and good schools. While there is much to see and do in Fresno, the city is ideally located for fast, convenient getaways to the majestic Sierra (just 90 minutes away) as well as the scenic Central Coast, just two and one-half hours away. Fresno is the only major city in the country with close proximity to three national parks, including renowned Yosemite National Park.