Pharmacy Manager, Specialty Clinical Pharmacy, Ambulatory Care

Davis Memorial Hospital • Sacramento, CA

92d • $13,141 - $28,241

About The Position

The Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Manager works closely with the Ambulatory Care Assistant Chief to establish and execute strategy for the Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Specialty Clinical Services. This includes identifying areas of improvement, opportunities for development of new innovative services, mitigation of emerging threats, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational effectiveness/efficiency. The Ambulatory Manager of Specialty Clinical is well versed in all applicable accrediting agency requirements including but not limited to URAC, The Joint Commission, Board of Pharmacy, and other accreditations as needed. This manager serves as the primary leader who oversees assigned Specialty Clinical Services. These include but are not limited to pharmacists in clinic, technicians supporting the pharmacists and the financial assistance program (including prescription capture programs) and other programs as they arise. This Manager oversees the team's participation in population health initiatives relevant to Specialty Pharmacy at UC Davis and UCOP. This leader works with the Assistant Chief to drive strategy for specialty clinical services and help grow the pharmacy enterprise. This leader also works closely with the Assistant Chief of Specialty and the Managers of outpatient retail to help drive revenue and prescription capture.

Requirements

• Current and unrestricted California Pharmacist License. Out of State Pharmacist Eligible to Apply. If out-of-state pharmacist, must obtain and provide CA Pharmacist License within 6 months of hire date.
• Doctor of Pharmacy Degree (PharmD) from an accredited college or university, or equivalent training
• Management or supervisory experience within ambulatory care, or equivalent leadership experience
• Completion of Post-Graduate Year (PGY) 1 Residency, or 3 years of pharmacist experience
• Knowledge in Pharmacy practice and industry best practices in optimizing the use of medication to treat patients.
• Ability to stay updated on pharmacy regulations, drug products, and developments in research and design.
• Knowledge of all pharmacy federal and state laws and regulations.
• Leadership skills in employee supervision 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.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt and be flexible, and to anticipate and effectively handle change.
• Customer service orientation to respond quickly and with empathy to patient issues.
• Ability to organize operations in an efficient and effective manner through improving workflow systems and protocols.
• 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.
• Proven analytical abilities and problem-solving skills to quickly evaluate complex issues and identify options for resolution.
• Ability to resolve patient issues and find solutions that satisfy all parties.
• Demonstrated ability to listen actively, consider all points of view with an open mind, soliciting and incorporating ideas when appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• Board Certification [e.g., Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS), Board Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist (BCACP)] or equivalent
• LEAN Certifications
• Master's degree [Master of Science (MS) in related area, Master of Health Administration (MHA), or Master of Business Administration (MBA)] or equivalent experience/training
• Completion of American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP) Pharmacy Leadership Academy (PLA)
• Specialty clinical experience
• Strategic planning experience
• Managed care experience
• Completion of Post-Graduate Year Two (PGY 2) residency, or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of relevant Pharmacy Department, medical center, and UC policies and protocols including medicine storage, safety, and patient privacy and treatment.

Responsibilities

• Manage Operational Aspects of Specialty Clinical Pharmacy Services
• Manage Pharmacy Staff
• Administrative Activities
• Strategy and Development

Benefits

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree