Updated: May 14, 2024
Location: Orange
Job Type:
Department: Specialty OP Pharmacy

UC Title: PHARMACIST SR EX

Position Number: 40840074

Reports to: Outpatient Spec Pharm Supv

Working Title: Sr Clinical Lead Pharmacist

Cost Center: Specialty OP Pharmacy (427170)

Bargaining Unit: UPTE

FLSA: Exempt

Date Created: 3/22/2024

Job Code: 007932

Hours: 40

Shift: Full-Time/Variable

FTE: 1

Position Summary:

The Outpatient Specialty Pharmacy Clinical Lead (OSPCL) reports to the Pharmacy Manager and leads and directs the clinical, administrative and financial aspects of outpatient specialty pharmacy (OSP) services to support safe and effective management of specialty medication therapies. OSPCL duties include working with pharmacy management to design, plan and implement pharmacy related clinical programs. The OSPCL will direct specialty clinical pharmacists working in the specialty program and serves as Senior Pharmacist on the Specialty Pharmacy Quality Management Committee. The OSPCL leads program quality improvement projects and policy and procedure development in accord with URAC and ACHC accreditation. This position will work with other pharmacy supervisors to plan and execute strategies to market and grow the outpatient specialty pharmacy services offered, ensure optimal reimbursement for high-cost specialty medications prescribed in various UCI Health centers, clinics and cancer centers. The OSPCL will perform new drug reviews, assist in the development of new clinical programs for the OSP including but not limited to MTM, immunization, Travel Clinic. The OSPCL will collaborate with other members of the specialty pharmacy team to ensure Quality Management and Patient Management programs are effective and efficient and periodically consults with practitioners in the field. The OSPCL provides guidance for the clinical operational aspects of the program and oversight of the clinical decision-making aspects of the program.

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our:

Compensation practices ( https://www.hr.uci.edu/partnership/totalrewards/compensation.php ) and

Benefits ( https://careersucirvine.ttcportals.com/pages/benefits ).

Salary Range:

Annual Rate Minimum $169,002.72 Midpoint $185,497.92 Maximum $201,972.24

Required Qualifications:

DOCTOR OF PHARMACY

Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation communication skills

Two years of experience as a licensed pharmacist in a hospital pharmacy or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Doctor of Pharmacy degree

Active registered pharmacist license in good standing with the CA Board of Pharmacy

Qualifications to perform clinical oversight for the services provided

Licensed to practice a health profession in the relevant jurisdiction

Licenses and Certifications:

Registered Pharmacist(Required)

Preferred Qualifications:

Board Certification

Advanced Practice Pharmacist license preferred (APH)

Knowledge of URAC and ACHC standards

Specialty Pharmacy Certification and /or equivalent experience.

Hospital pharmacy residency

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to Work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at [email protected] or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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