Pediatric Staff Pharmacist II

University of California - San Francisco; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF Health seeks a Pediatric Clinical Staff Pharmacist II to deliver pharmaceutical care across UCSF Health System inpatient locations. You will obtain medication histories, review profiles, counsel patients, and collaborate with clinicians to optimize therapy.

Based in California, you will hold a PharmD, maintain BLS, and bring hospital experience. You may oversee technicians and assist with insurance authorizations; professional growth and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited school of pharmacy and holds PharmD or equivalent.
• Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination Committee (FPGEC) Certification for non-US graduates.
• Minimum of 2 years of hospital or healthcare pharmacy experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide pharmaceutical care to patients in inpatient UCSF Health locations.
• Obtain medication histories and review medication profiles.
• Provide drug information to patients and health care providers; educate on proper use and interactions.
• Collaborate with clinicians to select drugs and therapeutic plans; ensure access to medications.
• Oversee pharmacy technicians as needed and support insurance authorizations.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Medication history review

Interprofessional collaboration

Education

PharmD or equivalent

Job description

Description & Requirements

The Department of Pharmaceutical Services provides a full range of services for patients cared for by the Medical Center at UCSF and its providers and payors. These services include, but are not limited to: drug procurement, storage, and security; safe, accurate and timely preparation and distribution of drugs; clinical pharmacy services for patients; development of drug use policies within the Medical Center; drug information services for clinicians and patients; and participation in technology assessment and quality assurance programs. The Department of Pharmaceutical Services is affiliated with the UCSF Department of Clinical Pharmacy, an academic department within the School of Pharmacy, which has primary responsibility for teaching professional courses in the Pharm.D. curriculum, clinical research, and public and clinical service.

Job Description

Under the Department of Pharmaceutical Services, the Pediatric Clinical Staff Pharmacist II provides pharmaceutical care to patients at all acute care pharmacy locations within the UCSF Health System. They may also be asked to participate in pharmaceutical care in other sectors of the Department of Pharmaceutical Services as needed. The Pediatric Clinical Staff Pharmacist II performs a wide range of pharmaceutical care functions to assure that drugs prescribed for and used by patients are safe and effective. These include, for example, obtaining medication histories, reviewing and assessing medication profiles, providing drug information to patients and health care providers, collaborating with clinicians on drugs of choice and therapeutic plans, ensuring access to medications, educating patients on the proper use of medications, and ensuring that patients understand cautions, adverse reactions, and interactions related to their therapy. The Pediatric Clinical Staff Pharmacist II will be part of an interprofessional team consisting of physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other professionals. The Pediatric Clinical Staff Pharmacist II will be based primarily in the inpatient pharmacy setting managing pharmaceutical care for patients of all ages. Depending on the assigned shift and site, the Pediatric Clinical Staff Pharmacist II may also oversee pharmacy technicians to facilitate insurance authorizations for medications, as well as prepare and dispense prescription medications and pharmaceutical products for patient care. The Pediatric Clinical Staff Pharmacist II may also be responsible for the oversight of clinical activities and delivery of services.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited school of pharmacy and possess a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree or equivalent degree as determined by the National Board of Pharmacy.


• For graduates from a non-U.S. country or jurisdiction, pharmacists must have earned Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination Committee (FPGEC) Certification as determined by the National Board of Pharmacy.


• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a pharmacist in a hospital or healthcare setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, or at least 3 years of equivalent experience in Pediatrics.


• Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY2 Pediatrics Pharmacy Residency, or at least 3 years of equivalent experience in Pediatrics.


• Advanced board certification (e.g., BCPPS).


• Experience participating in pediatric emergency situations.

Required Licences & Certifications

• Must possess a current license in good standing to practice pharmacy in the State of California.


• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

License / Certification

Registered Pharmacist

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as about/mission-and-values . In addition to , UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

EEO Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.