Outpatient Spec Pharm Mgr. - Retail OP Pharrmacy - FT/Day

Updated: Mar 27, 2024
Location: Orange
Job Type:
Department: Retail OP Pharmacy

UC Title: PHARMACY MGR 1

Position Number: 40323551

Reports to: Pharmacy Manager 4

Working Title: Outpatient Spec Pharm Mgr.

Cost Center: Retail OP Pharmacy (427173) 

Bargaining Unit: No Bargaining Unit

FLSA: Exempt

Date Created: 3/18/2024

Job Code: 006621

Hours: 40

Shift: Full-Time/Days

FTE: 1

Position Summary: 

Provides oversight for the daily operations of the Outpatient Specialty Pharmacy (OSP). Responsible for fiscal and productivity management and planning of area operations. Coordinates provision of all pharmacy services, including budget, operations, quality management, personnel, administrative, regulatory and educational functions. Ensure that the area meets all defined objectives and standards of practice, including compliance with applicable state and federal laws, accrediting body requirements, URAC and ACHC expectations, and customer service. Responsible for provision and documentation of medications and medication-related services to patients, according to standards established by the Department of Pharmacy. Serve as preceptor to pharmacy residents and students as assigned. Participate in Medical Center and Departmental committees and promote institution-wide medication use policy. Performs as the designated Pharmacist in Charge for the assigned pharmacy. This position is a Direct Patient Care Provider as defined in Pharmacy Policy.

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  $138,800.00                         Midpoint $208,300.00                         Maximum  $277,800.00

Required Qualifications:

Current BLS or ACLS upon hire

Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload

Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job

Knowledge of 340B program

Registered Pharmacist in good standing licensed by the state of California with current, unrestricted pharmacist license

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, interpersonal skills, and sound work ethic

Excellent organizational and time-management skills

Demonstrates effective use of computers and software applications used to practice

Good understanding of limited distribution restrictions, specialty medication REMS program requirements, cold chain distribution and storage and medication delivery systems and management.

Good problem solver with strong clinical skills necessary to both educate and supervise technical and other support staff.

Team player with a positive attitude.

Ability to collaborate and work well in a cross-functional team environment; including the ability to manage projects and deadlines, and to set and meet goals and priorities for self and others with minimal supervision.

Must have current knowledge of drug references, Joint Commission, ACHC, URAC, and other regulatory standards.

Minimum of five (5) years as a licensed pharmacist and a minimum of three years of professional clinical pharmacy experience at a specialty pharmacy or; a combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills as required above is required.

At least 2 years of leadership experience including training and guiding other practitioners, pharmacists, residents, and students on clinical and technical skills.

Must be able to work various hours, shifts and locations based on business needs.

Capable of assuming responsibility for evaluating and monitoring drug therapy relative to the total needs/problems of the ambulatory care patient in collaboration with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Pharm.D. highly desirable

Ability to operate EPIC Willow Ambulatory (WAM) computer system to process and verify prescriptions

Participation and membership in professional societies and organizations is desirable

Medication Therapy Management Experience

Immunization Certification

Certified Specialty Pharmacy

Licensed in other states

Pharm D degree from an ACPE certified school of pharmacy is required.  Advanced Practice degree completion of an ASHP Ambulatory/Specialty residency, Specialty Pharmacy Certification and/or equivalent experience are preferred.

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.