Clinical Informatics Pharmacist
First Databank, Inc. (FDB) - South San Francisco, CA
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In Some Jobs You Take Orders. In This One, You Write History.Join the healthcare information technology team that''s turning drug and medical device data into knowledge used by thousands of hospitals; the majority of U.S. health plans, retail pharmacies, and pharmacy benefit managers; and millions of healthcare decision makers throughout the world. Partnering with our information system developer and healthcare institution customers, you''ll help evolve leading-edge thinking into reality and make a measurable difference in improving human health. We''re looking for people who are: Intelligent. Productive. Committed. Willing and able to go above and beyond. Passionate about making a difference. Innovative. Energized. And want to play an essential role in a successful company''s continued growth.Are you ready for this exciting challenge?This is an opportunity located in either our Raleigh/Durham, NC or South San Francisco, CA offices. This is not a remote role.Job Summary: Works independently under the broad supervision of a team lead, supervisor, or manager Researches source pharmaceutical information, makes detailed observations, analyzes data, and interprets results for possible inclusion within knowledge base content Directs and performs data entry tasks and verifies data entry performed by team members. Able to independently plan and prioritize order of completion for work assignedReliably completes assigned tasks associated to special projects that are unrelated to day-to-day routine work Trains other employees on execution of work procedures performed by self and team members on a regular basis Provides in-services and presentations to internal and external customers. Requires a Pharm.D. plus Residency. Must have at least 2 years of clinical pharmacy practice experience (defined as a direct patient care setting, or a formalized Drug Information/Medical Scientist setting) or equivalent experience. Must be actively registered as a pharmacist in at least one State Essential Functions: Independently carries out specified clinical research and consumer/patient content authoring activities, makes detailed observations, analyzes data and interprets results by applying sound clinical judgment consistent with stated editorial policies and work procedures Directs and verifies RA data entry and performs data entry tasks. Independently plans and prioritizes order of completion for work assigned in a manner consistent with policy. Takes ownership of all work completed Actively supports the organization''s mission, vision, values and goals Participates in activities within the organization that supports performance improvement Effectively communicates work progress verbally Seeks guidance on issues and project details when necessary for accurate completion of assigned tasks Reliably organizes and completes tasks associated with both routine tasks and special projects that are unrelated to day-to-day routine work Is able to work well with CDIG staff and interdisciplinary staff. Works with managers to optimize and continuously improve work procedures, process flow, control plans and editorial policies Performs within established timeliness and accuracy standards at FDB Fields assigned customer CDIG module-related questions in writing. Works with manager as necessary to present results to the customer either in writing, verbally or via presentation Performs additional duties for the organization as assigned by supervisory personnel Knowledge, Skill and Experience: Minimum Education: Bachelor''s degree in pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited U.S. College of Pharmacy Actively licensed in at least one State as a pharmacist Minimum Experience: Two years recent experience in a clinical pharmacy setting with a bachelor''s degree; one year experience in a clinical pharmacy setting with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree Primary Responsibilities: Researches source pharmaceutical information, makes detailed observations, analyzes clinical evidence, interprets results and applies sound clinical judgment for possible inclusion within knowledge base content in a manner consistent with stated editorial policies. Responsible for timely response and database updates that relate to clinical data change trigger events, such as new information from FDA MedWatch, CDER Safety Label Changes, Health Canada MedEffect, as well as UK or AUS safety alerts. Directs and verifies RA data entry and performs data entry tasks. Able to independently plan and prioritize order of completion for work assigned. Work performed meets or exceeds stated product maintenance standards. Responsible for timely daily review of the Apollo System Link Approval queue as assigned, including assessing drug information inheritance via knowledge base linking rules. Responsible for managing and responding to internal post-production data audit reports. Actively contributes to process and quality improvement efforts Reviews daily data change reports Reviews weekly clinical post-production data audit results Brings challenging or controversial clinical issues to the team for discussion About FDB:FDB is the leading provider of drug and medical device knowledge that helps healthcare professionals make precise decisions. With thousands of customers worldwide, FDB enables our information system developer partners to deliver valuable, useful, and differentiated solutions. We offer more than three decades of experience in transforming medical knowledge into actionable, targeted, and effective solutions that help improve patient safety, operational efficiency, and healthcare outcomes. For a complete look at our solutions and services, please visit or follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn.We value Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Teamwork, and Creativity. FDB was recently named as Best Places to Work in Healthcare 2021. Additionally, our offices in South San Francisco and Indianapolis have been awarded with Top Workplaces honors by The Bay Area News Group and the Indy Star, respectively, with honors awarded to our Indianapolis office starting in 2016 to 2021 (the Top Workplaces honors are based solely on the results of an employee feedback survey by a leading research firm that specializes in organizational health and workplace improvement). FDB offers competitive salaries and extensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, long term disability, life insurance, and matching 401k.We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please visit EEO is the Law, EEO is the Law Supplement (, Pay Transparency (English_formattedESQA508c.pdf) , and FDB EEO/AA Statement.Consistent with Executive Order 14042 and current Company policy, FDB requires that all employees who receive a written offer of employment be fully vaccinated (as currently defined by the CDC (guidance fully vaccinated:sem.ga:p:RG:GM:gen:PTN:FY21) ) against the coronavirus by Dec. 8, 2021, as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by applicable law. FDB will consider requests for reasonable accommodations due to medical and/or religious reasons on an individual basis in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
Created: 2025-10-04