Pharmacy - Mission Bay Meds

Full Time

78283BR

Job Summary

Provides supervision for technical support staff engaged in preparing and stocking prescribed medication. Responsible for assigned staff scheduling, timekeeping, training, goal setting, and performance evaluations.

Involves operational and technical aspects of the medication use process, including procurement, compounding, dispensing and storage of medications. Partners with nursing and other clinical staff to provide medication treatments to patients, records patient history relating to medication use and ensures the safe and secure storage of medications and related supplies. Stays current on pharmacy regulationsand ensures adherence to regulatory and fiscal requirements.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Department Description

The Department of Pharmaceutical Services at UCSF has long been nationally recognized as one of the founding fathers for clinical pharmacy services, which was established in 1965. Today, the department continues to lead the profession through the integration of advanced technology & robotics, comprehensive pharmaceutical care and clinical services.

The Department of Pharmaceutical Services provides a full range of services for patients cared for by the Medical Center as well as its providers and payers. These services include, but are not limited to, drug procurement, storage, and security; safe accurate and timely preparation and distribution of drugs; clinical pharmacy services for patients; development of drug use policies within the Medical Center; drug information services for clinicians and patients; and participation in technology assessment and quality assurance programs. The Department collaborates with the UCSF Department of Clinical Pharmacy, an academic unit within the School of Pharmacy, which has primary responsibility for teaching professional courses in the Pharm.D. curriculum, research, and public service. The Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Department of Pharmaceutical Services share its philosophy of pharmaceutical care.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of pharmacy industry trends and best practices in optimizing the use of medication to treat patients and ability to apply concepts to specific situations to advise staff.
• Knowledge of relevant Pharmacy Department, medical center, and UC policies and protocols including medication storage, safety, and patient privacy and treatment.
• Knowledge of all pharmacy federal and state laws and regulations.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in training and guiding employees on technical skills to compound, prepare, mix, and manufacture sophisticated or rare medications in specialty area.
• Motivates and inspires staff to improve quality and services.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively to meet deadlines in a complex, challenging environment.
• Ability to organize assigned staff and unit operations in an efficient and effective manner.
• Interpersonal skills to effectively work well with others to achieve common goals.
• Customer service orientation to quickly address questions or issues.
• Ability to apply reasoning skills to evaluate issues and identify a potential solution.
• Provides guidance and judgement within defined standards to determine an appropriate action.
• Verbal and written communication skills, to explain clinical concepts, actively listen and advise.
• Ability to perform all commonly applicable functions in clinical documentation applications and pharmacy database technology and train others to effectively use applications.
• Must have at least two years of experience as a licensed Pharmacy Technician in a hospital pharmacy or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)

License/Certification

Pharmacy Technician in the State of California

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

004599 PHARMACY SUPV 1

Job Category

Pharmacy

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

Mission Bay (SF), San Francisco, CA

Shift

Days, Variable

Shift Length

8 Hours