PGY2 SPEC POST PHARMD TRAINEE

PGY2 Spec Post Pharmd Trainee

The department of pharmaceutical services provides a full range of services for patients cared for by ucsf medical center as well as 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 patient drug use policies; drug information services for clinicians and patients; and participation in technology assessment and quality assurance programs. As members of the health care team, pgy2 pharmacy resident shares responsibility for providing high quality, cost-effective patient care which promotes health in the area of specialty practice. This includes evaluating and managing drug regimens for appropriateness of choice; teaching patients and their caregivers how to use drugs in the safest and most effective way; helping patients and their caregivers take an active role in managing their drug therapy; and advocating for patients the safe and effective use of drugs to other health care decision makers. The purpose of the pgy2 pharmacy position is to develop clinical pharmacy specialists equipped with the expertise and clinical aptitude for specialty practice in acute and ambulatory settings. Areas of specialization may include, but are not limited to, critical care, emergency medicine, infectious diseases, oncology, pediatrics and solid organ transplant.

The department of pharmaceutical services at ucsf has long been nationally recognized as one of the founding fathers for clinical pharmacy services, which was established in 1965. Today, the department continues to lead the profession through the integration of advanced technology & robotics, comprehensive pharmaceutical care and clinical services.

Required Qualifications

• Must be a graduate or candidate of an accreditation council for pharmacy education (acpe) accredited degree program (or one in process of pursuing accreditation) or have a foreign pharmacy graduate equivalency committee (fpgec) certificate from the national association of boards of pharmacy (nabp). At a minimum, the program must be a five-year pharmacy degree program.
• Must have completed a pgy1 pharmacy residency program that is accredited by the american society of health system pharmacists (ashp)
• Maintain exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well with patients, pharmacists and other healthcare personnel and administrators.
• Flexible; able to cope with rapid change; comfortable with an ambiguous environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems efficiently and effectively.
• Maintain effective organizational, management and supervisory skills.
• Demonstrated ability to design, implement and evaluate programs in a timely fashion.
• Ability to effectively participate in and develop a team.
• Demonstrated clinical pharmacy skills and knowledge.
• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all ucsf medical center locations.

License/Certification

• Must be eligible for and obtain a california pharmacy intern license within 30 days of employment.
• Must be eligible for and obtain a california pharmacist license within 4 months of employment.
• Must be in good standing with the california state board of pharmacy.
• Must obtain a certification for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr) within 30 days of employment

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.

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.

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.

Job code and payroll title: 004236 pgy2 spec post pharmd trainee

Location: san francisco, ca

Organization: health

Shift: days

Shift length: 8 hours

Additional shift details: monday- friday