Outpatient Pharmacist Per Diem
Job Description
The Department of Pharmaceutical Services provides a full range of services for patients cared for by the Medical Center at UCSF and 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 drug use policies within the Medical Center; drug information services for clinicians and patients; and participation in technology assessment and quality assurance programs. The Department of Pharmaceutical Services is affiliated with the UCSF Department of Clinical Pharmacy, an academic department within the School of Pharmacy, which has primary responsibility for teaching professional courses in the Pharm.D. curriculum, clinical research, and public and clinical service.
Under the Department of Pharmaceutical Services, the Outpatient Staff Pharmacist II provides pharmaceutical care to patients at all outpatient pharmacy locations within the UCSF Health System. They may also be asked to participate in pharmaceutical care in other sectors of the Department of Pharmaceutical Services as needed. The Outpatient Staff Pharmacist II performs a wide range of pharmaceutical care functions to ensure that drugs prescribed for and used by patients are accessible, safe, and effective. These include, for example, obtaining medication histories, reviewing and assessing medication profiles, providing drug information to patients and health care providers, collaborating with clinicians on drugs of choice and therapeutic plans, ensuring access to medications, educating patients on the proper use of medications, and ensuring that patients understand cautions, adverse reactions, and interactions related to their therapy. The Outpatient Staff Pharmacist II will be part of an interprofessional team consisting of physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other professionals. The Outpatient Staff Pharmacist II will be based primarily in the Outpatient Pharmacy setting, managing specific patient population, if applicable. Depending on the assigned shift and site, the Outpatient Staff Pharmacist II may also oversee pharmacy technicians to facilitate insurance authorizations for medications, as well as prepare and dispense prescription medications and pharmaceutical products for patient care. The Outpatient Staff Pharmacist II may also be responsible for the oversight of clinical activities and delivery of services.
This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Health locations depending on operational needs, as applicable.
DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Identify the functions or tasks that employees in the job perform. The essential functions should state the purpose of the work and the results to be accomplished, rather than how the function is performed. Of the tasks listed, what percentage of time is devoted to each? The more time employees spend on a function, the more likely it is that the function is essential. Generally, include those functions that account for 10% or more of the work, i.e., key items that contribute significantly to the achievement of the job. The functions should add up to 100%.
% of time | Essential Function (Yes/No) |
Key Responsibilities (To be completed by Supervisor) |
70% | Yes | Process prescription and drug orders. Accept, transcribe, and transmit written, verbal or telephone prescription orders from prescribers. Screen all prescriptions and drug orders for appropriateness (e.g. drug name, dosage form, dose, indication, route, indication) Ensure quality and integrity of medications prepared; compound or fill and dispense medications in compliance with institutional standards, laws, and accepted standards of practice. Facilitate and coordinate timely delivery of pharmaceutical services to patients. Maintain appropriate knowledge of relevant pharmacy automation. May assist in oversight of non-pharmacists (pharmacy technicians, pharmacy students/interns, etc.) and a limited number of Staff Pharmacists II as assigned. May assist with and facilitate prior authorizations, appeals, billing, reimbursement, and other medication access processes when necessary. Comply with FDA mandates and self-imposed manufacturer restrictions on medications, investigational drugs, REMS, and recalled medications. Maintain records of services provided and other records required by law (e.g., workload statistics, narcotic inventory and control). Provide vaccinations and injection training, when necessary. |
20% | Yes | Patient Care Activities Provide safe and effective patient-centered care by actively designing, implementing, and monitoring patient-specific therapeutic plans |
5% | Yes | Advancing Practice Effectively perform assigned administrative functions (e.g., medication error reports, adverse drug reaction reports, special projects, etc.) |
5% | Yes | Training and Educational Activities Serve as a preceptor for pharmacy learners (e.g., students and residents). Facilitate learner experiences that ensure professional growth and competency development. Evaluate and provide on-going feedback. |
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100% | (To update total %, enter the amount of time in whole numbers (without the % symbol - e.g., 15, 20) then highlight the total sum (e.g., 1%) at the bottom of the column and press F9. The total sum should add up to 100%.) |
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Must have graduated from an accredited school of pharmacy and possess a Doctor of Pharmacy degree (PharmD) or equivalent degree as determined by the National Board of Pharmacy. For graduates in a non-US country or jurisdiction, pharmacists must have earned a Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination Committee (FPGEC) Certification as determined by the National Board of Pharmacy.
• 2 years of experience as a Pharmacist in hospitals or health care, or equivalent combination of experience and education.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION
• Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency, or at least 3 years of equivalent experience in outpatient/specialty pharmacy services.
• Experience with navigating billing options for pharmacist care.
REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
• Must possess a current license in good standing to practice pharmacy in the State of California.
• Current certification for Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.