Make a difference in people’s lives every day. When you join UCLA Health, you’ll be working at an institution that provides leading-edge care to the people of L.A. and throughout the world. We provide our team members with the environment and support to do amazing work, because each and every one of them plays a vital role in our commitment to care.
You bring more than skill, knowledge, and expertise to your role as an allied health professional. You bring a deep passion for improving the lives of everyone around you. At UCLA Health, we’re committed to fostering a working environment where you are supported and empowered to be your best. You’ll love it here!
Reporting to the Director of Pharmacy Services at UCLA Health West Valley Medical Center and the UCLA Health Associate Chief Pharmacy Officer for Quality, you will be responsible for the clinical pharmacy programs. You will develop and implement clinical pharmacy programs, provide professional development opportunities to pharmacy staff, and support the medication safety, regulatory compliance, and pharmacy residency programs. You will independently select Pharmacy staff or participate in the interviews and recommend who should be hired; independently determine Pharmacy staff/direct reports’ performance ratings or recommend performance ratings; independently decide who will be selected for promotional opportunities, and whether to request the reclassification of a position, or recommend these actions. You will have independent authority to issue written warnings and suspensions and determine what discipline should be imposed upon a subordinate OR recommends such actions; have independent authority to resolve grievances or complaints or formulate and recommend a resolution to grievances or complaints.
Activities will include:
- Developing and implementing clinical and cost-containment programs related to drug therapy, which are consistent with the mission/goals of the Department and of the organization
- Providing direct supervision to pharmacists and certified, licensed, and skilled technical employees in inpatient Pharmacy practice areas.
- Functioning as an advisor to the department, Pharmacy leadership and Medical Center administration.
- Analyzing and resolving problems, interpret policies (e.g., operational, management, HR, resource management in defined areas) and demonstrate solid subject matter knowledge (e.g., regulatory, operational and clinical).
- Exercising judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action.
- Supervising staff to assure accountability and stewardship of department resources (operational, financial and human) in compliance with departmental goals and objectives.
UCLA Health, passionate clinicians in a wide range of disciplines have enabled us to become a world-renowned health system with four award-winning hospitals and more than 270 community clinics throughout Southern California. We’re also home to the world-class medical research and clinical education capabilities of the David Geffen School of Medicine. If you’re looking to experience greater challenge and fulfillment in your career, come to UCLA Health.
Schedule: Monday – Friday (50% Part-Time, Fully Onsite)
Annual Salary Range: $70,100 – $165,900 (Adjusted for 50% Part-Time)
We’re seeking a strong, independent clinical leader with current California Pharmacy licensure, a PharmD degree and:
- Seven or more years of inpatient hospital pharmacy experience or 5 years of inpatient hospital experience with residency
- Two or more years of leadership experience preferred
- Strong communication, organizational, prioritizing, and follow-through skills
- Knowledge of clinical, ambulatory and dispensing workflows
- CSP or equivalent board certification preferred
- Advanced Practice Pharmacist (APh) licensure is desirable
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