ACC Specialty Pharmacy Supv - ACC - Irv Retail Spec Pharm - FT Day Shift - University of California, Irvine

UCI Health is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, and the only academic health system based in Orange County. UCI Health is comprised of its main campus, UCI Medical Center, a 459-bed, acute care hospital in in Orange, Calif., four hospitals and affiliated physicians of the UCI Health Community Network in Orange and Los Angeles counties and ambulatory care centers across the region. Listed among America’s Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years, UCI Medical Center provides tertiary and quaternary care and is home to Orange County’s only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, high-risk perinatal/neonatal program and American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, gold level 1 geriatric emergency department and regional burn center. UCI Health serves a region of nearly 4 million people in Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County.

To learn more about UCI Health, visit www.ucihealth.org.

Position Summary: 

Under the general supervision of the Manager, Pharmaceutical Services, the Specialty Pharmacy Supervisor  is responsible for providing direct supervision to pharmacists and certified, licensed, and skilled technical employees in outpatient Pharmacy practice areas. Functions as an advisor to the department and Pharmacy leadership. Analyzes and resolves problems, interprets and implements policies, e.g., operational, management, HR, resource management in defined areas, and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge, e.g., regulatory, operational and clinical. The Specialty Pharmacy Supervisor works alongside the staff processing and filling prescriptions, as needed, and supervises staff to assure accountability and stewardship of department resources including operational, financial and human, in compliance with departmental goals and objectives, URAC and ACHC expectations, and all State and Federal Laws. The Pharmacist Supervisor is responsible to ensure an efficient, smooth and safe operation , focusing on practices surrounding specialty drug management.

The Outpatient Pharmacy Supervisor oversees, supervises, and directs the health system’s operational, clinical, administrative, and financial aspects of Outpatient Specialty Pharmacy, OSP, services related to the safe and effective management of specialty medication therapies and in accordance with the unit’s strategic goals. 

The OSP will work with pharmacy management to design, plan and implement the pharmacy related components of the Outpatient Specialty Pharmacy. The OSP works with other pharmacy supervisors to plan and execute strategies to market and grow the outpatient pharmacy services offered.

The OSP is responsible for ensuring the optimal reimbursement for high-cost specialty medications prescribed in various UCI Health centers, clinics and cancer centers. The OSP is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the OSP and other duties as assigned. The OSP will serve as the CA BOP Pharmacist-in-Charge and is required to have an active license in good standing in the state of California.

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our: 

Compensation practices (https://www.hr.uci.edu/partnership/totalrewards/compensation.php) and 

Benefits (https://careersucirvine.ttcportals.com/pages/benefits). 

Salary Range: 

Annual Rate  Minimum  $123,500.00                         Midpoint               $182,700.00                         Maximum              $241,900.00

Required Qualifications:

Current BLS or ACLS upon hire

Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload

Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job

Knowledge of 340B program

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, interpersonal skills, and sound work ethic

Excellent organizational and time-management skills

Demonstrates effective use of computers and software applications used to practice

One year of clinical pharmacy experience as a licensed pharmacist or completion of PGY1 by time of hire

Active registered pharmacist license in good standing with the CA Board of Pharmacy

Strong clinical background in specialty pharmacy focused disease states preferred.

Good understanding of limited distribution restrictions, specialty medication REMS program requirements, cold chain distribution and storage and medication delivery systems and management.

Good problem solver with strong clinical skills necessary to both educate and supervise technical and other support staff.

Dependable in attendance and job performance.

Team player with a positive attitude.

Ability to collaborate and work well in a cross-functional team environment; including the ability to manage projects and deadlines, and to set and meet goals and priorities for self and others with minimal supervision.

Must have current knowledge of drug references, Joint Commission, ACHC, URAC, and other regulatory standards.

Minimum of five (5) years as a licensed pharmacist and a minimum of three years of professional clinical pharmacy experience at a specialty pharmacy or; a combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills as required above is required.

At least 2 years of leadership experience including training and guiding other practitioners, pharmacists, residents, and students on clinical and technical skills.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Pharm.D. highly desirable

Ability to operate EPIC Willow Ambulatory (WAM) computer system to process and verify prescriptions

Participation and membership in professional societies and organizations is desirable

Knowledge of URAC and ACHC standards

Medication Therapy Management Experience

Immunization Certification

Certified Specialty Pharmacy

Licensed in other states

Pharm D degree from an ACPE certified school of pharmacy is required.  Advanced Practice degree completion of an ASHP Ambulatory/Specialty residency, Specialty Pharmacy Certification and/or equivalent experience are preferred.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to Work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php 

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. 

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI’s Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.