Job Description

Job Summary

The Department of Pharmaceutical Services provides a full range of services for patients cared for by the Medical Center at UCSF and its providers and payors. 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 of Pharmaceutical Services is affiliated with the UCSF Department of Clinical Pharmacy, an academic department within the School of Pharmacy, which has primary responsibility for teaching professional courses in the Pharm.D. curriculum, clinical research, and public and clinical service.

Under the Department of Pharmaceutical Services, the GI Ambulatory Clinic Pharmacist provides pharmaceutical care to patients at all ambulatory care pharmacy locations within the UCSF Health System. They may also be asked to participate in pharmaceutical care in other sectors of the Department of Pharmaceutical Services as needed. The GI Ambulatory Clinic Pharmacist performs a wide range of pharmaceutical care functions to assure that drugs prescribed for and used by patients are safe and effective. These include, for example, obtaining medication histories, reviewing and assessing medication profiles, providing drug information to patients and health care providers, collaborating with clinicians on drugs of choice and therapeutic plans, ensuring access to medications, educating patients on the proper use of medications, and ensuring that patients understand cautions, adverse reactions, and interactions related to their therapy. The GI Ambulatory Clinic Pharmacist will be part of an interprofessional team consisting of physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other clinic staff. The GI Ambulatory Clinic Pharmacist will be based primarily in the ambulatory care setting managing GI. Depending on the assigned shift and site, the Ambulatory Clinic Pharmacist may also oversee pharmacy technicians to facilitate insurance authorizations for medications, as well as prepare and dispense prescription medications and pharmaceutical products for patient care. The GI Ambulatory Clinic Pharmacist may also be responsible for the oversight of clinical activities, delivery of services, and the Patient Management Program. Oversight of the Patient Management Program is usually limited to when the GI Ambulatory Clinic Pharmacist is working a shift in collaboration with the UCSF Specialty Pharmacy.

This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Health locations depending on operational needs, as applicable.

Required Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited school of pharmacy and possess a Doctor of Pharmacy degree (PharmD) or equivalent degree as determined by the National Board of Pharmacy. For graduates in a non-US country or jurisdiction, pharmacists must have earned a Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination Committee (FPGEC) Certification as determined by the National Board of Pharmacy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy Degree (PharmD).
• Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, or at least 3 years of equivalent experience in ambulatory care.
• Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY2 Ambulatory Pharmacy Residency in relevant area, or at least 3 years of equivalent experience in ambulatory care.
• Advanced Board certification (e.g., BPS).
• Experience with navigating billing options for pharmacist care.
• Experience precepting and evaluating pharmacy learners (e.g., residents and students).

License/Certification

• Must possess a current license in good standing to practice pharmacy in the State of California.
• Current certification for Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining whats 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

009247 STF PHARMACIST 2

Job Category

Pharmacy

Bargaining Unit

University Professional and Technical Employees - Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Parnassus Heights (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Variable

Shift Length

8 Hours

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Job Tags

Work experience placement, Worldwide, Shift work,

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