Float Pharmacist: Transitions of Care & Cardiology

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 239,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - San Diego Health seeks a Pharmacist II to deliver direct patient care across transitions of care (TOC) services. The role collaborates with physicians, APPs, nurses, case managers, and other team members to optimize therapy and reduce readmissions, acting as a preceptor when needed.

The float position supports cardiology, heart failure, and medicine services. Responsibilities include participating in rounds, medication reconciliation, discharge counseling, and

Qualifications

• Pharm D or equivalent required.
• California Pharmacist license required.
• One of: PGY-2; PGY-1 plus 1 year; or 4 years of pharmacist experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate in multidisciplinary inpatient rounds and care transitions planning.
• Perform comprehensive admission and discharge medication reconciliation.
• Identify, resolve, and document medication-related problems.
• Provide discharge medication counseling and patient education using teach-back.
• Conduct post-discharge follow-up calls and clinical assessments for adherence barriers.
• Facilitate medication access, prior authorizations and discharge coordination.

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D)

Job description

University of California - San Diego Health seeks a Pharmacist II to deliver direct patient care across transitions of care (TOC) services. The role collaborates with physicians, APPs, nurses, case managers, and other team members to optimize therapy and reduce readmissions, acting as a preceptor when needed.

The float position supports cardiology, heart failure, and medicine services. Responsibilities include participating in rounds, medication reconciliation, discharge counseling, and