Staff Pharmacist 2, Pediatrics

Job ID: 88270. Location: Sacramento. Contract: Full Time. Job Summary The Staff Pharmacist works in a satellite or central pharmacy to facilitate drug distribution and provide drug therapy across the continuum of care. They provide quality and cost effective pharmaceutical care to patients, employees and medical staff of UCDMC. The Staff Pharmacist is an integral member of the health care team, responsible for drug therapy monitoring at the point of order review, drug distribution, drug information, precepting pharmacy students and residents in the area of pharmacy distribution, conducting clinical research, participating in Department and Hospital Committees, task forces and work groups and fostering excellent interdepartmental relationships. #CA-DS Apply By Date 10/24/2026 at 11:59pm PST Minimum Qualifications For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position. California Pharmacist License eligible and possess a valid license at the time of hire American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR within 90 days of hire Doctor of Pharmacy degree (PharmD) from an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education certified school of pharmacy, or equivalent training One (1) year of experience in an inpatient pharmacy environment Drug distribution skills and techniques Ability to coordinate the activities of technicians and establish priorities of drug distribution workflows Communication skills that reflect the ability to make decisions and to deal with all clients and co-workers Ability to work with, direct and evaluate pharmacy residents and students Computer skills that facilitate medication order entry and other basic clinical software programs Thorough understanding and competency with aseptic technique and safe handling of hazardous meds Understanding of scientific method and clinical investigational techniques Ability to work compatibly with colleagues to reach consensus and to achieve Department goals Complete working knowledge of, and skill to apply, practices, principles and techniques of patient care related to area of expertise Written and oral communication skills to clearly and concisely provide information, explanations and instructions to, and to elicit information from others with varying levels of ability to understand, including individuals who are ill or distressed, or who may not speak English Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain a friendly, welcoming environment for clinics/departments customers, to demonstrate an interested, understanding, compassionate manner, to maintain a courteous and calm demeanor, and to use a proactive approach to negotiate with and persuade others to take required action Ability to maintain composure, efficiency and a positive, customer-service oriented manner during periods of peak workload, with frequent interruptions, under tight deadlines, and when interacting with challenging customers who may be ill, angry, or emotionally distressed Problem-solving skills to independently recognize and define a problem, identify the resources available to help solve the problem, create and implement viable solutions, and follow through to ensure the problem is resolved to the satisfaction of all parties Decision-making skills to independently exercise delegated authority to take action to recognize when it is appropriate to seek assistance from others when limits of delegated authority have been reached Ability to exercise discretion to ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained Preferred Qualifications American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) American Heart Association (AHA) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Academic medical center experience in pediatrics Key Responsibilities 80% - Operational Excellence 10% - Research/Precepting 10% - Clinical Services Department Overview UC Davis Health is a nationally recognized leader in the provision of high-quality, patient centered care, based in the Greater Sacramento area of Northern California. UC Davis Health has a Comprehensive Cancer Center, internationally recognized MIND Institute, and a nationally ranked pediatric hospital. The UC Davis acute care hospital has 646 beds and an ambulatory care service area spanning north to the Oregon border, east to Nevada, and down the Central Valley to Fresno, California, covering 65,000 square miles across 33 counties. The Department of Pharmacy is a dynamic, integral, and critical part of patient care provided by UC Davis Health. As a department of greater than 600 professional, technical, and administrative support personnel, we focus on providing patient-centered medication management that optimizes outcomes through practice, education, research, and leadership through the continuum of care. We also have the largest pharmacy residency program in the country with 46 total residents in 13 different programs. The Department of Pharmacy offers comprehensive pharmaceutical services (unit dose, IV admixtures, clinical services, infusion pumps, and teaching) throughout the health system complex 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The pharmacy services encompass inpatient pharmacy services as well as an expansive footprint in the ambulatory care space where we have clinical pharmacists embedded within our clinics and specialty care locations. Our operational teams support the health system enterprise with three inpatient pharmacies, five outpatient pharmacies, two infusion pharmacies, a home infusion service line, and the full complement of pharmacy purchasing, stores, and distribution. Position Information Salary or Pay Range: $93.91 - $105.78 Salary Frequency: Hourly Salary Grade: 142 UC Job Title: STF PHARMACIST 2 UC Job Code: 009247 Number of Positions: 2 Appointment Type: Staff: Career Percentage of Time: 100 Shift (Work Schedule): Variable, evenings. Location: Main Hospital (HSP001) Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals Benefits Eligible: Yes This position is 100% on-site Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees. High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees Physical Demands Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Sitting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Bending/Stooping - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Squatting/Kneeling - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Twisting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Reaching overhead - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Environmental Demands Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Mental Demands Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Work Environment UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e.g., e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space. Must have good personal hygiene and dress in a professional manner consistent with the Departmental professional behavior policy. Abide by Departmental attendance standards. Special Requirements This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment This is a position with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive/nuclear materials This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. 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