Pharmacy Manager 1, Infusion Pharmacy

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans (high quality, low cost)

Retirement plans including Pension

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

CE allowance

Employee Well-being resources

Job summary

UC Davis Health is seeking an Infusion Pharmacy Manager to lead the Infusion Pharmacy and outpatient oncology services. You will ensure compliance with regulatory standards and oversee pharmacists and technicians, driving process improvements and program development.

Reporting to the Assistant Chief Pharmacist, you will coordinate with Patient Care Services and other departments to optimize drug utilization, training, and staff development across multiple sites within the UC Davis Health system.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist licensed in CA, out-of-state ok with CA license within 6 months.
• Pharmacy leadership experience in hospital/Infusion setting or completed Admin residency.
• Knowledge of USP 797/800 and CA BOP sterile compounding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee infusion pharmacy operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Supervise pharmacists, technicians, and staff; assess competency and training.
• Coordinate with departments and committees to improve efficiency and drug utilization.

Skills

Pharmacy leadership

Regulatory compliance

Staff supervision

Project management

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy degree

California Pharmacist License

Tools

EPIC/BEACON

Job description

Job ID: 89310

Location: Sacramento

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Job Summary

This position is the pharmacy manager for UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center and PCH Infusion Pharmacy areas. The Manager works closely with the Oncology/IDS Assistant Chief to identify areas of improvement and solutions, ensure regulatory compliance and operational effectiveness and efficiency. The Infusion Pharmacy Manager ensures Infusion pharmacy areas maintain compliance with State and Federal regulations, Joint Commission and professional practice standards, as well as University and department policies, procedures and standards. The Infusion Pharmacy Manager is also responsible for supervision of pharmacist and technician supervisors and staff. The Infusion Pharmacy Manager maintains oversight of documentation and assessment of staff competency and training. The Infusion Manager works closely with the Assistant Chief Pharmacist and Infusion pharmacy staff to facilitate optimum drug utilization, preparation and waste; oversees operational aspects of Outpatient Oncology and Infusion pharmacy services, inventory control and regulatory compliance. Assists the Chief Pharmacist and other members of the management team to plan, implement and monitor new programs and processes that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of pharmacy services. Plans and coordinates the development of pharmacists and technicians to meet regulatory requirements and patient needs. Serves as departmental liaison with Patient Care Services and other departments. Participates on departmental and interdisciplinary committees.

Apply By Date: 10/19/2026 at 11:59pm PST

Minimum Qualifications

• California Pharmacist License. Out-of-state Pharmacists eligible to apply. If licensed out-of-state at the time of hire, must obtain and provide a California Pharmacist licensure within six (6) months of the hire date.
• Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent training
• Lead or supervisory experience within a hospital or Infusion Pharmacy setting, or completion of a Health System Pharmacy Administration residency
• Knowledge of CA BOP Sterile Compounding regulatory requirements
• Knowledge, understanding and application of USP 797 and USP 800
• Ability to prepare master formula records for compounded sterile products
• Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects along with daily, weekly and monthly tasks
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Board Certification [e.g., Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS), Board of Certified Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP), Board Certified Sterile Compounding Pharmacist (BCSCP)], or equivalent
• LEAN Certifications
• Master's degree [e.g., Master of Science (MS), Master in Healthcare Administration (MHA), Master of Business Administration (MBA)], or equivalent
• Completion of Post Graduate Year Two (PGY2) Oncology Residency Training
• Management experience within a hospital or Infusion Pharmacy setting
• Experience with clinical trials or investigational drugs service
• Sterile Product or Hazardous Drug management experience
• Experience in EPIC/BEACON or equivalent CPOE

Key Responsibilities

• 45% - Manage Operational Aspects of Infusion Pharmacy Services
• 30% - Manage Pharmacy Staff
• 15% - Administrative Activities
• 5% - Other Duties
• 5% - Pharmacist Operations

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: $1 4,108.33 - $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): Full-Time
• Location: Sherman Way Building (HSP056)
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

• 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, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
• Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
• Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center Infusion and Clinics Placer Center for Health Infusion Pharmacy

Special Requirements

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. #YouBelongHere

To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks