Staff Pharmacist 2

University of California- Davis Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

UC Davis Health seeks a Pharmacist to provide comprehensive dispensing and clinical pharmaceutical services to ambulatory patients. You will supervise pharmacy technicians, oversee staff, and ensure accurate medication delivery as part of a 24/7 integrated pharmacy team dedicated to patient care, excellence, and innovation.

The role emphasizes clinical services, patient consultation, and collaboration with healthcare providers within an outpatient setting.

Qualifications

• California Pharmacist License eligible and possess a valid license at the time of hire
• Immunization Certification
• AHA or Red Cross BLS, or UC Davis Health CPR
• Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent training
• Recent Outpatient Retail Pharmacy experience working as a Registered Pharmacist (last 2 years)
• Experience performing QA and order verification
• Patient counseling experience
• Customer service experience
• Working knowledge of Medi-Cal Formulary and other third- party billing systems
• Ability to accurately perform pharmacy calculations
• Ability to interpret and understand physicians' orders, pharmacy, and nursing records
• Current knowledge of pharmacy terminology, generic/brand names, abbreviations and drugs on current hospital formulary
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Ability to independently exercise delegated authority to take action, and to recognize when it is appropriate to seek assistance from others, when limits of delegated authority have been reached

Responsibilities

• 70% - Participates in Drug Distribution
• 20% - Participates in Clinical Activities
• 10% - Participates in Administrative Activities

Skills

Patient counseling

QA / order verification

Clinical knowledge

Customer service

English proficiency

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy Degree

Job description

Job Summary

The purpose of the position is to provide comprehensive dispensing and clinical pharmaceutical services to ambulatory patients and to other professional staff as well as overseeing pharmacy technicians and other subordinates in performing technical and clerical functions. Working in one of five outpatient pharmacies, the pharmacist ensures safe, accurate, and timely medication delivery while offering expert consultation to patients and healthcare providers. This role also includes supervising pharmacy technicians and support staff in the performance of technical and clerical functions. As part of a large, integrated pharmacy team operating 24/7, the pharmacist plays a critical role in promoting optimal medication use, delivering high-quality patient care, and supporting the department's commitment to excellence in service, education, and innovation.

Minimum Qualifications

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

• California Pharmacist License eligible and possess a valid license at the time of hire
• Immunization Certification
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent training
• Recent Outpatient Retail Pharmacy experience working as a Registered Pharmacist (last 2 years)
• Experience performing QA and order verification
• Patient counseling experience
• Customer service experience
• Working knowledge of Medi-Cal Formulary and other third- party billing systems
• Ability to accurately perform pharmacy calculations
• Ability to interpret and understand physicians' orders, pharmacy, and nursing records
• Current knowledge of pharmacy terminology, generic/brand names, abbreviations and drugs on current hospital formulary
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Ability to independently exercise delegated authority to take action, and to recognize when it is appropriate to seek assistance from others, when limits of delegated authority have been reached

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a Hospital Outpatient Pharmacy
• Experience working with and directing residents, students, and health care professionals.
• Experience with LAI injections
• Two (2) years Outpatient Experience
• Knowledge of Pharmacy Clinical Services
• Ability to oversee technicians and establish priorities of workflow
• Computer skills that facilitate medication order entry and other basic clinical software programs
• Problem-solving skills to independently recognize and define a problem, identify the resources available to help solve the problem, create and implement viable solutions, and follow through to ensure the problem is resolved to the satisfaction of all parties

Key Responsibilities

• 70% - Participates in Drug Distribution
• 20% - Participates in Clinical Activities
• 10% - Participates in Administrative Activities

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: $93.91 - $105.78
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 142
• UC Job Title: STF PHARMACIST 2
• UC Job Code: 009247
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift (Work Schedule): variable, 8 hour
• Location: 48X (4868XST)
• Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals
• 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, 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 - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 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 - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional 3 to 6 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 3 to 6 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional 3 to 6 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Environmental Demands

• Loud noise levels - 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 - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January