PHARMACIST PD

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, Outpatient Per Diem Pharmacist provides pharmaceutical care to patients at all outpatient 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 Outpatient Per Diem 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.

Additionally, under supervision, Outpatient Per Diem Pharmacists are engaged in many duties required to maintain an efficient and secure pharmacy distribution system.

These duties include purchasing, storing, securing, evaluating quality of dispensing, compounding, and furnishing medications and devices in various settings.

Outpatient Per Diem Pharmacists may also assist in the oversight of pharmacy technicians, pharmacy student interns, pharmacy residents, and colleagues in their daily responsibilities.

Under supervision, the Outpatient Per Diem Pharmacist may also be responsible for the oversight of clinical activities, delivery of services, and the Patient Management Program.

However, Outpatient Per Diem Pharmacists do not have formal supervisory responsibilities, nor do they have primary or consistent responsibility for pharmacy students in clerkships.

They have no overall management responsibility for specific organized pharmacy programs but may have designated responsibility for limited components of the drug-use control operation.

Incumbents spend the majority of annualized work time in functions related to basic drug-use control and pharmaceutical care.

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

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

To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up) : TCS Non-Academic Titles Search ()

Please note : An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit :

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 outpatient / specialty pharmacy services.
• Experience with navigating billing options for pharmacist care.

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.

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, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit :

For the University of California's Anti Discrimination Policy, please visit :

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.