Pharmacy Operational Manager

Job Summary

Involves all aspects of the medication use process, including procurement, prescribing, compounding, dispensing, storage of medications, administration and monitoring. Partners with physicians and other clinicians to provide treatments and advice to patients, records patient history relating to medication use and ensures the safe and secure storage of medications and related supplies. Advises physicians in determining the best possible treatments for specific diseases, stays current on pharmacy regulations, treatments and developments in research and design. Pharmacists are the experts on drug therapy and the primary health professionals who optimize use of medication for the benefit of the patients. Meets educational needs of patients, healthcare team, students and residents. Ensures adherence to regulatory and fiscal requirements.

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Required Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacist in the State of California
• Knowledge in Pharmacy practice and industry best practices in optimizing the use of medication to treat patients. Stays updated on pharmacy regulations, drug products, and developments in research and design
• Knowledge of relevant Pharmacy Department, medical center, and UC policies and protocols including medicine storage, safety, and patient privacy and treatment
• Knowledge of all pharmacy federal and state laws and regulations
• Leadership skills in employee supervision and HR administration to effectively lead and motivate others
• Conflict resolution skills to resolve personnel issues and counsel assigned staff to develop cooperative working relationships
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a complex, challenging environment.
• Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility, anticipates and effectively handles change
• Customer service orientation to respond quickly and with empathy to patient issues
• Ability to collaborate within and across departments to coordinate daily Pharmacy activities and resolve problems
• Interpersonal skills to maintain professional relationships with peers, patients, multidisciplinary team members, senior management, and assigned staff

Preferred Qualifications

License / Certification

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 status under state or federal law.

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

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