To contain COVID-19 and fully re-open the region, Public Health - Seattle & King County is helping to achieve the goal by vaccinating all eligible residents against this virus. In addition to vaccination, we are also committed to ensure equitable access to FDA-authorized or approved COVID-19 treatments, such as oral antiviral medications.

There is an urgent need to create capacity in providing COVID-19 therapeutics treatments across King County Public Health Centers especially at Isolation and Quarantine Sites.

We are looking to fill ONE clinical pharmacist position to work in the Community Health Services Division, in operation of our Covid-19 Therapeutics Program. The work performed in this position is anticipated to last through at least 8/31/2022. However, the end date of this position may be adjusted based on funding and program need.

Covid-19 Therapeutics (oral antivirals) are proven to be effective treatments against mild-to-moderate COVID-19 in adults with positive results of direct SARS-CoV-2 and who are at high-risk for progression to severe COVID. Here at King County, we are committed to ensure our communities and those disproportionately affected by COVID-19 have equitable access to FDA-authorized or approved COVID-19 treatments. With the launch of the COVID-19 Therapeutics Program, we will be needing support from clinical pharmacist for day-to-day operation working under CDTA in this particular area. This program is designed mainly to care for those who are particularly underserved and disproportionately affected (e.g., serve a significant number of people experiencing homelessness) during this pandemic. The program will impact largely for the clients staying at the isolation and quarantine sites.

Commitment To Equity And Social Justice: As the only county in the United States named after Martin Luther King Jr, one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nations' history, King County is a vibrant community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the artistic and social traditions of many cultures. Together, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence.

We continue to build on an enduring legacy of shared values of equity and social justice, employee engagement, innovative thinking, and continuous improvement. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda aimed at advancing regional change and is developing the systems and standards necessary to achieve better outcomes for all of our residents, regardless of their race or income. All of these qualities make King County one of the nation's best places to live, work, and play.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies over the next 6 months.

• Review medical chart and medications list for all incoming Isolation/Quarantine patients to assess for treatment eligibility
• Review patients’ criteria of eligibility according to risk algorithm 
• Track medication supply/inventory level and triage medication based on level of COVID risk (using the NIH risk criteria)
• Consult on-call provider for any appropriate clinical questions
• Be available to answer all clinical questions related to therapeutics
• Counsel eligible patients on available treatments
• Maintain inventory control including placing the order and receiving (coordinate with our HRSA POC for medication ordering)
• Oversee proper receipt and storage of therapeutics deliveries 
• Organize and label therapeutics within storage units
• Document therapeutics inventory information in Epics
• Review potential medication interactions and recommend dosage adjustments for provider review (If CDTA not approved yet)
• Refer eligible and interested patients to the IQ provider daily for assessment, discussion with the patient and prescribing treatment if indicated (If CDTA not approved yet)
• Oversee proper therapeutics transport
• Serve as a resource for field clinical teams regarding therapeutics
• Respond to calls from IQ nurses about medication questions 
• Perform data entry and data system management related to Rx order
• Draft and update standard operating procedures CDTA
• Under CDTA, to prescribe, dispense and counsel patient on the appropriate use of the antivirals for COVID treatment
• Perform other duties as assigned 

Competitive candidates will be:

• Washington State Registered Pharmacist License in good standing
  • Knowledge of the legal requirements of a Pharmacist
  • Knowledge of pharmacy practices and procedures
• Proof of Current BLS CPR Certification for Healthcare Providers (Please attach if current.)
• Washington State Driver's License or ability to travel within the designated territory
• COVID-19 Vaccinations

• Experience working at COVID-19 Sites
• Experience working under CDTA

Forbes recently 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 "True North", 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.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

King County Executive Branch employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are the successful candidate for the position you applied for, the County will send you a conditional offer letter.

As a condition of employment, prior to a final offer of employment, you will be required to:

• submit 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.

• An electronic application through www.kingcounty.gov/jobs or www.governmentjobs.com (use the "Apply" link) including work history and position duties.

• A cover letter speaking to why you have interest in working with vulnerable and marginalized populations related to this body of work. 

• Responses to Supplemental Questions. Please do not copy and paste your resume or resume sections as responses to Supplemental Questions. Doing so will result in an incomplete application, unless the submitted information completely and directly answers the questions posed. 

• The selection process may include but is not limited to: evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. For more information on our selection process, please refer to www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring.
• Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
• Staff may be required to play an active role in the event of a public health emergency, which may include changes in responsibilities, work location and working hours.

• The selected candidate will be required to pass a thorough background investigation.
• Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.
• Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing required training on time.