Pharmacist II - Nephrology - 141451

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 199,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California San Diego Health is recruiting a Pharmacist II for Nephrology to deliver direct patient care in nephrology clinics. The role combines in-person and virtual visits under a Collaborative Practice Agreement, with medication management, education and access support to optimize outcomes.

The position offers a 50% appointment and a 8-hour day schedule on weekdays, with a competitive pay scale and comprehensive benefits. Filing deadline is 10/09/2026.

Qualifications

• Doctorate of Pharmacy or equivalent clinical experience.
• Licensed pharmacist in California (RPH).
• Experience under a collaborative practice agreement is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in nephrology clinics.
• Conduct virtual and in-person visits with medication management.
• Educate patients, support medication access, and monitor labs.

Skills

Direct patient care

Laboratory monitoring

Patient education

Education

Doctorate of Pharmacy Degree

California Pharmacist License (RPH)

Tools

Collaborative Practice Agreement

Job description

Payroll Title: STF PHARMACIST 2

Department: FAC PRAC MEDICINE SPECIALTIES

Hiring Pay Scale: $95.79 - $114.45 / Hour

Worksite: La Jolla

Appointment Type: Career

Appointment Percent: 50%

Union: HX Contract

Total Openings: 1

Work Schedule: Days, 8 hour shifts, Monday-Friday

#141451 Pharmacist II - Nephrology

Filing Deadline: Fri 10/9/2026

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 09/29/26 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

The Pharmacist II in the Nephrology Clinics is responsible for providing direct patient care to patients with nephrology-associated conditions at UC San Diego Health. The pharmacist will conduct virtual and/or in-person visits and work under a Collaborative Practice Agreement to provide comprehensive medication management services, including medication optimization, laboratory monitoring, patient education, medication access support, and chronic disease management. The pharmacist will collaborate with providers, pharmacy staff, and interdisciplinary teams to improve clinical outcomes, address healthcare gaps, and ensure safe and effective use of medications across the continuum of care. The pharmacist in this position may also serve as a preceptor to pharmacy students and residents as assigned and complete other activities at the discretion of managers and supervisors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctorate of Pharmacy Degree; or equivalent clinical experience.
• Registered Pharmacist issued by the state of California (RPH).
• Incumbents can meet the minimum experience qualifications for this position in 1 of 3 ways: 1) possesses a PGY 2 or 2) possesses a PGY 1 plus 1 year of pharmacist experience, or 3) possesses 4 years of pharmacist experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Pharmacy residency training or equivalent clinical experience.
• Board certification in relevant clinical specialty.
• Direct experience treating patients with nephrology-associated disorders.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $200,010 - $238,972 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $95.79 - $114.45

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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