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Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.

Pharmacy - Business Services

Full Time

79731BR

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Pharmacy Purchasing Manager, is responsible for coordinating and procurement of pharmaceuticals, supplies, and services required by the Department of Pharmacy and UCSF Health.

Duties include, but are not limited to, purchasing pharmaceuticals, including controlled substances, and pharmacy-related supplies and equipment, researching and negotiating pharmaceutical pricing contracts, monitoring contract compliance, optimizing contract utilization, mitigating drug and pharmacy-related supply shortages and recalls, ensuring supply-chain regulatory compliance and security, ensuring regulatory compliance with controlled-substance procurement, and obtaining quotes for capital purchases, equipment and supplies.

Major goals for this position and the department include the identification and execution of cost-saving opportunities and minimization of risk for UCSF related to procurement, contracting, and supply chain security.

The incumbent must be highly skilled in performing analysis using various tools. The incumbent works independently and proactively with decision-making responsibility under the general direction of Pharmacy Leadership.

Performance is measured in terms of meeting specific goals and objectives.

Is responsible for coordinating and executing the procurement of pharmaceutical drugs, supplies, and services required by inpatient and outpatient areas of UCSF Health.

Uses advanced professional concepts to work on complex procurement assignments where analysis of situations or data requires a review of multiple purchasing options.

Has authority to make purchases within broadly defined dollar limits. Exercises judgment to determine the most effective methodology to acquire pharmaceuticals and pharmacy-related supplies.

Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, with general direction provided on purchasing assignments that are more complex or unique in nature.

Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of industry practices and organizational policies and procedures to resolve a wide range of issues for both internal and external departmental contacts.

Department Description

The Department of Pharmaceutical Services provides a full range of services for patients cared for by the Medical Center across the continuum of care 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

• Three (3)+ years of pharmacy experience, preferably within Pharmacy Supply Chain or Business Services
• In-depth knowledge of strategic sourcing policies, practices, and systems.
• In-depth knowledge of sourcing commodity / category.
• Advanced ability to independently gather, organize, and perform financial analysis assignments.
• Advanced listening and communication skills, including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of organization's departments and operations required in order to meet their procurement needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Advanced organizational, meeting facilitation, and decision-making skills.
• Strong skills in the use of ERP / financial systems (such as Oracle, PeopleSoft, SAP, Banner, etc.)

License / Certification

California Pharmacy Technician License

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

005917 STRAT SOURCING PROFL 4

Job Category

Pharmacy

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday, PN Outpatient Pharmacy

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