Pharmacy Supervisor 1

University of California Davis Health System; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare team as a Pharmacy Supervisor, where you will lead pharmacy technicians in delivering exceptional patient care. This dynamic role involves supervising daily operations, managing staff performance, and ensuring compliance with pharmacy laws. You will play a crucial part in fostering a collaborative environment while overseeing drug dispensing and distribution activities. Embrace the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and innovative healthcare setting, where your expertise will contribute to the well-being of patients and the success of the pharmacy department.

Benefits

High quality medical plans

Dental and Vision insurance premiums paid

Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time

Continuing Education allowance

Access to professional development courses

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement benefit options

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• Must have Pharmacy Technician Certification and 2+ years of outpatient experience.
• Strong supervisory skills to lead and train pharmacy staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pharmacy technicians and oversee daily operations.
• Ensure quality pharmaceutical care and maintain inventory.

Skills

Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT)

Outpatient Pharmacy Experience

Supervisory Experience

Pharmacy Calculations

California Pharmacy Law

Problem-solving Skills

Tools

Epic EMR

Pharmacy Information System

MS Office Suite

Job description

Pharmacy Supervisor 1

Job Summary

#CA-DS

This position supervises Pharmacy Technicians in the outpatient pharmacy and the Technician Supervisor position is an integral member of the healthcare team. Technicians are responsible for providing drug dispensing and distribution activities, compounding prescriptions, maintaining pharmacy robotics, inventory management, prescription billing, processing payments for prescriptions and training other personnel. In addition to technician responsibilities, this position is responsible for supporting their direct reports and may involve timecard activities, performance management, scheduling, overseeing daily operations and other responsibilities. This position reports to the Pharmacy Supervisor 2 and collaborates with the Pharmacy Supervisors. This position fosters excellent intra- and interdepartmental relationships and provides quality and cost-effective pharmaceutical care to all patients.

*Must be able to work and travel to ALL Outpatient pharmacies listed in this Position Description

Various work locations may include Cypress Pharmacy, Specialty Pharmacy, Main Hospital

Apply By Date

5/19/2025 at 11:59pm

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

• Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT)
• At least 2 years of recent Outpatient Pharmacy experience as a Pharmacy Technician
• Lead and/or Supervisory experience to select, train, motivate, recognize, supervise, evaluate the performance of staff and ensure operational success
• Working knowledge in billing current third-party insurances, Medicare Part B and California State Medicaid
• Working knowledge in submitting authorization requests for medications
• Must be able to accurately perform pharmacy calculations
• Working knowledge of current California Pharmacy Law
• Ability to operate Pharmacy Information System and other computer programs
• Must be able to walk/stand stoop and bend for long periods of time.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 4 years of recent Outpatient Pharmacy experience as a technician
• Previous Supervisory experience in a pharmacy setting
• Experience working at a UCDH Outpatient/Retail pharmacy
• Experience working in a Health System Pharmacy, Retail Pharmacy or Pharmacy Benefit Management Company
• Experience with non-sterile compounding tasks using equipment including, but not limited to: graduated cylinders, mortars and pestles, scales, stirring machines, etc.
• Epic EMR, Willow Ambulatory, Retail pharmacy case management systems and other clinical software experience
• Experience correctly and accurately using and troubleshooting automated dispensing machines
• Experience with bargaining units and labor relations
• Experience in MS Office suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access
• Current working knowledge of pharmacy terminology, generic/brand names and drug abbreviations
• Working knowledge of current Medi-Cal Formulary and other third-party billing systems.
• Must be able to recognize situations that exceed technician authority and ability and must be referred to a pharmacist for resolution.
• Problem-solving skills to independently recognize and define a problem and identify the resources available to help solve the problem. To independently create and implement viable solutions and follow through to ensure the problem is resolved.
• Ability to exercise discretion to ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained, and a professional, respectful clinic/department environment exists at all times.
• Ability to impart knowledge and develop the skills of students participating in training programs, as well as new hires and staff seeking additional opportunities.
• Working knowledge of and skill to apply practices, principles and techniques of patient care related to area of expertise.
• Written and oral communication skills to clearly and concisely provide information, explanations and instructions to, and to elicit information from others with varying levels of ability to understand, including individuals who are ill or distressed, or who may not speak English

Key Responsibilities

• 45% - Supervision of Operations and Staff
• 45% - Retail Pharmacy Technician Responsibilities
• 10% - Participate in Educational Activities

Department Overview

The Pharmacy Department provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient pharmaceutical services (prescriptions, unit dose, IV admixtures, clinical infusion pumps and teaching) throughout the Medical Center complex 24 hours per day. The Department is comprised of three inpatient and six outpatient pharmacies, a sterile production lab and the full complement of pharmacy purchasing, stores and distribution.

UC Davis Health Outpatient Pharmacies emphasize patient care in Hospital Discharge, Oncology, Infectious Diseases, Ambulatory Care, Employee Health and Retail Pharmacy. Our pharmacies are responsible for screening prescriptions for appropriateness and making interventions, preparing medications for dispensing, distribution activities, providing immunizations and providing patient consultations. Staff are responsible for appropriate prescription billing to multiple payers including third party insurances, Medicaid, Medicare D and Medicare B plans. Our pharmacies maintain compliance with multiple accrediting bodies and with State and Federal Laws and Regulations

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $ 29.69 - $ 52.20
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: Grade 20
• UC Job Title: PHARMACY SUPV 1
• UC Job Code: 004599
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift (Work Schedule): variable , 8 hour
• Location: Ellison Ambulatory Care Center (HSP098)
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)
• THIS IS NOT AN HI-B OPPORTUNIT Y

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 rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page .

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs

UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family

Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave

Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement

Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement

Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement

Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth

WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources

On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services

Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles

Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 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
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 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 - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ 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.

*Must be able to work and travel to ALL Outpatient pharmacies listed in this Position Description Various work locations may include Cypress Pharmacy, Specialty Pharmacy, Main Hospital Work requires promotion and demonstration of excellent customer service, in addition to, showing accountability and completing tasks correctly, accurately and in a timely manner. Must be able to lift packages up to 50 pounds without assistance and push/pull carts up to 600 pounds.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• 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
• The duties or functions of this position include the handling of cash (or cash equivalents)
• 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. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

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


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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.





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