Pharmacy Manager 1, Ambulatory Care

University of California- Davis Health; California; On-site; USD 157,000 - 318,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Davis Health is seeking an Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Manager to lead primary care services and population health initiatives. You will oversee clinical pharmacists, technicians, and the prescription capture programs, while aligning with accreditation standards and improving workflow across clinics.

The role emphasizes strategy formulation with the Assistant Chief, revenue growth, and cross-department collaboration to optimize pharmacy operations.

Qualifications

• PharmD degree from an accredited college or university (or equivalent).
• Current and unrestricted California Pharmacist License; out-of-state eligible.
• Management or supervisory experience in ambulatory care or equivalent.
• PGY1 residency completion or 3+ years pharmacist leadership experience.
• Knowledge of pharmacy practice, regulations and patient care improvements.

Responsibilities

• 50% - Manage Operational Aspects of Primary Care Services.
• 30% - Manage Pharmacy Staff.
• 15% - Administrative Activities.
• 5% - Strategy and Development.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Regulatory compliance

People management

Operations optimization

Process improvement

Education

PharmD degree

CA Pharmacist License

Job description

The Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Manager works closely with the Ambulatory Care Assistant Chief to establish and execute strategy for the Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Primary Care Services and Population Health. This includes identifying areas of improvement, opportunities for development of new innovative services, mitigation of emerging threats, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational effectiveness/efficiency. The Ambulatory Manager of Primary Care is well versed in all applicable accrediting agency requirements including but not limited to The Joint Commission, Board of Pharmacy, and other accreditations as needed. This manager serves as the primary leader who oversees all Primary Care Services. These include but are not limited to pharmacists in clinic, technicians supporting the pharmacists and the financial assistance program (including prescription capture programs) and other programs as they arise. This Manager oversees the team's participation in population health initiatives relevant to Primary Care at UC Davis and UCOP. This leader works with the Assistant Chief to drive strategy for primary care services and help grow the pharmacy enterprise. This leader also works closely with the Assistant Chief of Specialty and the Managers of outpatient retail to help drive revenue and prescription capture. #CA-DS

Apply By Date 10/29/2026 at 11:59pm PST

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position.

• Current and unrestricted California Pharmacist License. Out of State Pharmacist Eligible to Apply. If out-of-state pharmacist, must obtain and provide CA Pharmacist License within one year of hire date.
• Doctor of Pharmacy Degree (PharmD) from an accredited college or university, or equivalent training
• Management or supervisory experience within ambulatory care, or equivalent leadership experience
• Completion of Post-Graduate Year One (PGY1) residency, or 3 years of pharmacist experience
• Knowledge in Pharmacy practice and industry best practices in optimizing the use of medication to treat patients
• Ability to stay updated on pharmacy regulations, drug products, and developments in research and design
• Knowledge of all pharmacy federal and state laws and regulations
• Leadership skills in employee supervision and HR administration to effectively lead and motivate others
• Conflict resolution skills to resolve personnel issues and counsel assigned staff to develop cooperative working relationships
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a complex, challenging environment
• Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility, and ability to anticipate and effectively handle change
• Customer service orientation to respond quickly and with empathy to patient issues
• Ability to organize operations in an efficient and effective manner through improving workflow systems and protocols
• Ability to collaborate within and across departments to coordinate daily Pharmacy activities and resolve problems
• Interpersonal skills to maintain professional relationships with peers, patients, multidisciplinary team members, senior management, and assigned staff
• Proven analytical abilities and problem solving skills to quickly evaluate complex issues and identify options for resolution
• Ability to resolve patient issues and find solutions that satisfy all parties
• Demonstrated ability to listen actively, consider all points of view with an open mind, soliciting and incorporating ideas when appropriate
• Ability to perform all commonly applicable functions in clinical documentation applications and pharmacy database technology
• Knowledge of available information technology software in the pharmaceutical field

Preferred Qualifications

• Board Certification [e.g., Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS), Board Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist (BCACP)] or equivalent
• LEAN Certifications
• Master's degree [Master of Science (MS) in related area, Master of Health Administration (MHA), or Master of Business Administration (MBA)], or equivalent experience/training
• Completion of American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP) Pharmacy Leadership Academy (PLA)
• Completion of Post-Graduate Year Two (PGY2) residency, or 5 years of pharmacist experience
• Ambulatory clinical pharmacy experience
• Primary care experience
• Strategic planning experience
• Knowledge of relevant Pharmacy Department, medical center, and UC policies and protocols including medicine storage, safety, and patient privacy and treatment

Key Responsibilities

• 50% - Manage Operational Aspects of Primary Care Services
• 30% - Manage Pharmacy Staff
• 15% - Administrative Activities
• 5% - Strategy and Development

Department Overview

UC Davis Health is a nationally recognized leader in the provision of high-quality, patient-centered care, based in the Greater Sacramento area of Northern California. UC Davis Health has a Comprehensive Cancer Center, internationally recognized MIND Institute, and a nationally ranked pediatric hospital. The UC Davis acute care hospital has 646 beds and an ambulatory care service area spanning north to the Oregon border, east to Nevada, and down the Central Valley to Fresno, California, covering 65,000 square miles across 33 counties.
The Department of Pharmacy is a dynamic, integral, and critical part of patient care provided by UC Davis Health. As a department of greater than 600 professional, technical, and administrative support personnel, we focus on providing patient-centered medication management that optimizes outcomes through practice, education, research, and leadership through the continuum of care. We also have the largest pharmacy residency program in the country with 46 total residents in 13 different programs.
The Department of Pharmacy offers comprehensive pharmaceutical services (unit dose, IV admixtures, clinical services, infusion pumps, and teaching) throughout the health system complex 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The pharmacy services encompass inpatient pharmacy services as well as an expansive footprint in the ambulatory care space where we have clinical pharmacists embedded within our clinics and specialty care locations. Our operational teams support the health system enterprise with three inpatient pharmacies, five outpatient pharmacies, two infusion pharmacies, a home infusion service line, and the full complement of pharmacy purchasing, stores, and distribution.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $14,108.33 - $28,525.00
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: Grade 29
• UC Job Title: PHARMACY MGR 1
• UC Job Code: 006621
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift (Work Schedule): variable
• Location: Pharmacy Shared Service Center (BLDG108)
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave