Staff Pharmacist 2

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81551

Location

Sacramento

Full / Part Time

Full Time

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Job Summary

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The purpose of the position is to provide comprehensive dispensing and clinical pharmaceutical services to ambulatory patients and to other professional staff as well as overseeing pharmacy technicians and other subordinates in performing technical and clerical functions. Working in one of five outpatient pharmacies, the pharmacist ensures safe, accurate, and timely medication delivery while offering expert consultation to patients and healthcare providers. This role also includes supervising pharmacy technicians and support staff in the performance of technical and clerical functions. As part of a large, integrated pharmacy team operating 24 / 7, the pharmacist plays a critical role in promoting optimal medication use, delivering high-quality patient care, and supporting the department's commitment to excellence in service, education, and innovation.

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10 / 10 / 2025 at 11 : 59pm

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and / or certification if required of the position .

• California Pharmacist License eligible and possess a valid license at the time of hire
• Immunization Certification required for UC Davis 48X Outpatient Pharmacists, UC Davis Clinic Pharmacy in Davis, Staff Pharmacist 2 Float and Staff Pharmacist 2 Per Diem positions.
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience / training.
• Recent Outpatient Pharmacy experience working as a Registered Pharmacist (last 2 years)
• Experience performing QA and order verification
• Patient counseling experience
• Customer service experience
• Knowledge and understanding of current California Pharmacy Law and other Federal Regulation (e.g. DEA) effecting the practice of pharmacy.
• Working knowledge of Medi-Cal Formulary and other third- party billing systems.
• Accurately perform pharmacy calculations.
• Ability to interpret and understand physicians' orders, pharmacy, and nursing records.
• Current knowledge of pharmacy terminology, generic / brand names, abbreviations and drugs on current hospital formulary.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to independently exercise delegated authority to take action, and to recognize when it is appropriate to seek assistance from others, when limits of delegated authority have been reached.

Preferred Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

Department Overview

UC Davis Health is a nationally recognized leader in the provision of high-quality, patient-centered care, based in the Greater Sacramento area of Northern California. UC Davis Health has a Comprehensive Cancer Center, internationally recognized MIND Institute, and a nationally ranked pediatric hospital. The UC Davis acute care hospital has 646 beds and an ambulatory care service area spanning north to the Oregon border, east to Nevada, and down the Central Valley to Fresno, California, covering 65,000 square miles across 33 counties.

The Department of Pharmacy is a dynamic, integral, and critical part of patient care provided by UC Davis Health. As a department of greater than 600 professional, technical, and administrative support personnel, we focus on providing patient-centered medication management that optimizes outcomes through practice, education, research, and leadership through the continuum of care. We also have the largest pharmacy residency program in the country with 46 total residents in 13 different programs.

The Department of Pharmacy offers comprehensive pharmaceutical services (unit dose, IV admixtures, clinical services, infusion pumps, and teaching) throughout the health system complex 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The pharmacy services encompass inpatient pharmacy services as well as an expansive footprint in the ambulatory care space where we have clinical pharmacists embedded within our clinics and specialty care locations. Our operational teams support the health system enterprise with three inpatient pharmacies, five outpatient pharmacies, two infusion pharmacies, a home infusion service line, and the full complement of pharmacy purchasing, stores, and distribution.

POSITION INFORMATION

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page .

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC : https : / / ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu / labor / bargaining-units / index.html

Physical Demands

Environmental Demands

Mental Demands

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Incumbent must be able to work occasional overtime, usually during computer failure, unanticipated staff shortage or unusually heavy dispensing periods. Must be able to work weekends, rotating holidays and occasional evenings and nights. Must be able to competently staff all UCDH Pharmacies and perform all job tasks in all areas of outpatient pharmacy. Special protective equipment must be used for preparation of hazardous substances and spill cleanup.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community , our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 1001004 / Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

To learn more about our background check program, please visit : https : / / hr.ucdavis.edu / departments / recruitment / ucd / selection / background-checks