Staff Pharmacist 2 Cardiac/Thoracic Surgery and Heart Transplant Clinical Pharmacist

Job Description 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. Under the Department of Pharmaceutical Services, the Clinical Staff Pharmacist II provides pharmaceutical care to patients at all acute 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 Clinical Staff Pharmacist II performs a wide range of pharmaceutical care functions to assure that drugs prescribed for and used by patients are safe and effective. These include 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 Clinical Staff Pharmacist II will be part of an interprofessional team consisting of physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other professionals. Depending on the assigned shift and site, the Clinical Staff Pharmacist II 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 Clinical Staff Pharmacist II may also be responsible for the oversight of clinical activities and delivery of services. Responsibilities The Clinical Staff Pharmacist II ensures safe and effective medication use for patients in the inpatient pharmacy setting, collaborates with the care team, provides drug information, oversees medication histories and profiles, educates patients about medication use, manages access to therapies, and supervises pharmacy technicians as required. Qualifications Required Qualifications Doctor of Pharmacy degree (PharmD) or equivalent degree as determined by the National Board of Pharmacy. Preferred Qualifications Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, or at least 3 years of inpatient/acute care services pharmacy experience. Hold an advanced practice board certification (e.g., Board of Pharmacy Specialty certificates, AAHIVP, etc.). Experience participating in pediatric and adult emergency situations. Required Licenses / Certifications 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 status under state or federal law. Salary Information The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. #J-18808-Ljbffr