Payroll Title:
PHARMACIST 5 HX Department:
Inpatient Pharmacy Hiring Pay Scale
$124,400.00 - $215,600.00 / Yr Worksite:
Executive Drive Appointment Type:
Career Appointment Percent:
100% Union:
Uncovered Total Openings:
1 Work Schedule:
Days, 8 hour shifts, Monday - Friday

#130142 Pharmacist Specialist V - Transplant/PHSO
Filing Deadline: Wed 6/5/2024
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UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

This is a UC San Diego Internal Recruitment open to UCSD and UCSD Health System Staff Only

Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 6/5/24. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

The Pharmacist 5 in Population Health and Transplant is a recognized organization-wide expert and has significant impact and influence on organizational policy and program development. Pharmacist are the experts on drug therapy and the primary health professionals who optimize use of medication for the benefit of the patients. Roles of the pharmacist in this setting include: Meets educational needs of patients, healthcare team, students and residents. Ensures adherence to regulatory and fiscal requirements. Regularly leads projects of critical importance to the organization. Directs programs with organization-wide impact that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources. Partners with physicians and other clinicians to provide treatments and advice to patients and records patient history relating to medication use. Advises physicians in determining the best possible treatments for specific diseases, stays current on pharmacy regulations, treatments and developments in research and design. The Pharmacist Specialist in the transplant programs and population health is a recognized professional authority in drug therapy for management of disease states in the relevant clinical areas. Requires the application of advanced intensive knowledge of immunosuppressive therapy gained through education and specific training in the area of transplant, as well as significant experience in management of patients in primary care settings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree (Pharm D) or equivalent training.
• One of the following: Successful completion of a PGY2 specialty residency in the area of specialization + one (1) year of relevant practice; Successful completion of a PGY1 pharmacy practice residency + four (4) years of relevant practice; or seven (7) years of dedicated practice if there is no advanced pharmacy training.
• Registered Pharmacist - issued by the state of California (RPH)
• Board Certification in Pharmacotherapyand/or Board Certification in SpecialtyPractice.
• Knowledge of developments in research and design in area of specialization including new or reformulated products being developed by medical and pharmaceutical researchers.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive, trusting relationships with providers, health care staff, and learners
• Strong knowledge and experience in medication use processes, including medication access strategies.
• Highly detail oriented, motivated, and independent

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficiency in using EPIC electronic medical record
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
• Familiarity with prior authorization processes and insurance coverage verification.
• Documented record of improvement in and contributions to the respective area of specialty practice through CQI projects, participation in nursing in-services, protocol development, etc.
• A sustained record of contributing to the total body of knowledge in the specialty area of pharmacy practice annually through (1) research, (2) publications in professional journals, and/or (3) presentations at professional meetings.
• Proven leadership in advancing the profession of pharmacy through active service in professional organizations at the local, state, and national levels
• Demonstrated a commitment to teaching (e.g. through preceptorship, education of medical center staff through clinical forums, grand rounds, etc.)
• Medication-use evaluation experience.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on-call and various locations based on the 24-hour Medical Center's business needs.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: Unclassified - No data available (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: Unclassified - No data available

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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