Overview :
UCI Health is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, and the only academic health system based in Orange County.
UCI Health is comprised of its main campus, , a 459-bed, acute care hospital in in Orange, Calif., four hospitals and affiliated physicians of the UCI Health Community Network in Orange and Los Angeles counties and ambulatory care centers across the region.
Listed among America’s Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years, UCI Medical Center provides tertiary and quaternary care and is home to Orange County’s only , and American College of Surgeons-verified , and .
UCI Health serves a region of nearly 4 million people in Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County.
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Responsibilities : Position Summary :
Position Summary :
The incumbent in this position will be responsible for the overall management of all pharmacy operations in his / her area, supervision of the daily activities of the staff assigned to pharmacy operations, and for all operational activities and processes designed to provide evidence-based and cost effective medication dispensing, monitoring, distribution, customer service, and appropriate patient care.
Responsible for the tactical and strategic planning for his / her section and areas of responsibility in coordination with the Chief Pharmacy Officer.
Provides leadership and oversight for training, education, and competency of pharmacy staff. Recruits, hires, supervises, and evaluates pharmacy staff.
Ensures compliance with all Federal and State regulations, and departmental policies. Develops and implements sustainable policies and procedures, provides oversight of payroll and scheduling, and provides staffing support as necessary.
Provides leadership and oversight for medication safety and security and for policy development and implementation in his / her area.
The incumbent will identify opportunities to improve services through the use of technology and equipment and is actively involved in departmental strategic planning, implementing cost savings strategies, and enhancing revenue opportunities.
Acts as the designated Pharmacist in Charge for the areas of oversight.
Qualifications : Total Compensation
Total Compensation
We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks.
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Required Qualifications :
Must possess State of California Pharmacy License w / in 12 months of hire
Must possess State of California Pharmacist License in good standing within 12 months of hire
Minimum 5 years managerial experience
Financial management and analysis skills consistent with budgetary responsibilities
Demonstrated experience in project coordination and implementation of programs
Ability to use computerized systems, applications, such as Microsoft Office, medication and safety technologies, and automated dispensing equipment
Ability to read and correctly interpret complex regulations, contracts and policies
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System
Ability to apply sound judgment in ambiguous situations and effectively manage change
Preferred Qualifications :
Prior successful management experience, preferably at a large, multi-hospital organization
Post-graduate residency training
Knowledge and use of EPIC electronic health record
Experience in a union environment
An advanced administrative degree (M.S., M.H.A., M.P.H., M.B.A.)
Licenses and Certifications :
Conditions of Employment :
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment :
Background Check and Live Scan
Legal Right to Work in the United States
Vaccination Policies
Smoking and Tobacco Policy
Drug Free Environment
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
E-Verify
Pre-Placement Health Evaluation
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page :
Closing Statement :
The University of California, Irvine is an . 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 .
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities.
Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.
edu or at (phone number removed), Monday - Friday from 8 : 30 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m.