Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist, Multispecialty Float – Per Diem

About the role

Pharmacists are integral members of the health care team at UC Davis Health. They share responsibility for comprehensive medication management, distribution of medications to inpatients and ambulatory patients, oversight and development of treatment guidelines and formulary management, stewardship of high-cost drug therapy, teaching for pharmacy students, residents and staff, clinical research, participation in Department and Hospital Committees, task forces, strategic planning and key initiatives related to pharmaceutical care.

Responsibilities

• Monitor drug therapy to achieve desired outcomes and avoid drug toxicity
• Work as an integral part of the patient care team and assist physicians and nurses in providing drug therapy
• Work in multiple ambulatory clinical specialties
• Assist in navigating third party reimbursement programs

Requirements

• California Pharmacist License eligible and possess a valid license at the time of hire
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• Doctor of Pharmacy Degree (PharmD), or equivalent training
• Completion of a Pharmacy Practice Post Graduate Year 1 (PGY1) residency, or 3 years of Pharmacist experience
• Thorough understanding and competency with aseptic technique and safe handling of hazardous meds
• Computer skills that facilitate clinical patient data medication order entry and other basic clinical software programs
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with and educate patients about their medication therapy
• Written and oral communication skills to clearly and concisely provide information, explanations and instructions to, and to elicit information from others with varying levels of ability to understand, including individuals who are ill or distressed, or who may not speak English
• Knowledge of current ambulatory care guidelines (i.e., NCEP, JNC, ADA)
• Demonstrated ability to identify medication-related problems in patients, communicate them to a patient’s physician and offer recommendations
• Complete working knowledge of, and skill to apply, practices, principles and techniques of patient care related to area of expertise
• Decision-making skills 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

Qualifications

• For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position
• Completion of a Pharmacy Practice Post Graduate Year 2 (PGY2) residency, or 5 years of Pharmacist experience
• Experience working with and directing residents, students, and health care professionals
• Experience with navigating third party reimbursement programs

Skills

• Board Certification [e.g., Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS), Board Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist (BCACP), or Certified Specialty Pharmacist (CSP)]

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. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Pay

Salary or Pay Range: $106.87
Salary Frequency: Hourly
Salary Grade: 143

Schedule

Varies, 8 hours