Job Summary
Under general direction of the Chief Pharmacy Executive and in collaboration with Pharmacy Operations and Clinical Services, manages and provides oversight and management of Pharmacy Informatics Program and pharmacy projects. Leads the planning, design, testing, implementation, training and maintenance of all pharmacy systems, applications, technologies, automation, and analytical tools to support pharmacy operations, clinical services and all aspects involving the drug use management processes. Applies skills as a seasoned, experienced technical project management professional with a full understanding of project management frameworks and methods, relevant policies and procedures to resolve highly complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors specific to the Department of Pharmacy and/or other departments associated with Pharmacy related projects. Works in collaboration with the Pharmacy Leadership Team, P&T Committee, Physician Leaders, and others throughout the organization in support of UCSF Pharmacy Enterprise to expand pharmacy services and improve quality, safety, compliance, service, efficiency and cost.

Additional duties and essential job functions are broad in scope and duties require extensive experience and knowledge of the healthcare system, pharmacy services, and therapeutics. Senior Pharmacist Supervisors may, for example, have responsibility for on-going design and management of the department's education and training program, an operational unit, a comprehensive data processing system, and/or studies which require an overall knowledge of the trends and problems affecting pharmacy operations. The majority of annualized work time is spent fulfilling the Senior Pharmacist Supervisor responsibilities. The remainder may, as required, be spent developing skills needed to provide specialist or assistant director level services.Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree (Pharm D) or equivalent training.
• Post graduate year 1 [PGY1] In Pharmacy Practice or equivalent experience required
• Must have at least three (3) years of experience as a licensed clinical pharmacist in a hospital pharmacy or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrates subject matter knowledge of pharmaceutical theory and industry best practices in optimizing the use of medication to treat patients. Stays updated on pharmacy regulations and developments in research and design. Ability to apply principles to an acute care setting.
• Knowledge of relevant Pharmacy Department, medical center, and UC policies and protocols including medication storage, safety, and patient privacy and treatment. Knowledge of all pharmacy federal and state laws and regulations.
• Requires ability to assess the needs of the Pharmacy Department and other associated departments across campuses and/or medical centers for automation, information technology, analytical products and design services to meet operational and clinical requirements for the business enterprise.
• Working knowledge of technology-related initiatives and an understanding of impact to the organization of such initiatives.
• Working knowledge of technology-related initiatives and an understanding of impact to the organization of such initiatives, and specificially initiatives related to the medication use process.
• Effective skill at tracking effort and project progress. Demonstrated highly advanced organization and project management skills. Demonstrated strong conceptual and planning skills to analyze projects of broad and diverse scope. Understands the cost impact of projects, project tracking tools and metrics.
• Demonstrated capacity to anticipate obstacles and plan for contingencies.
• Experience leading a team of technology professionals.
• Advanced knowledge of all aspects of computing and communications including hardware infrastructure, networking, software, operations and disaster recovery.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate critical information across disciplines. Understands how projects relate to other business strategies and initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively to meet deadlines in a complex, challenging environment.
• Ability to organize assigned staff and unit operations in an efficient and effective manner. Ability to apply policy knowledge to identify productivity inefficiencies and compliance risks.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with peers, patients, multidisciplinary team members, senior management, and assigned staff.
• Skills to evaluate issues and identify solutions within defined procedures and policies. Demonstrated ability to solve patient problems and suggest solutions through critical thinking process.
• Ability to listen actively to clinical staff and patients, understanding varying viewpoints and receiving feedback. Verbal and written communication skills to tactfully articulate reasoning behind own opinions and change the thinking of, or gain acceptance from others.
• Ability to perform all commonly applicable functions in clinical documentation applications and pharmacy database technology and train others to effectively use applications.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and trend data to identify potential improvement opportunities to change clinical and/or operational practices to improve drug utilization and/or cost-effective prescribing.
• Knowledge of and experience working with Healthcare specific EMR, Decision Support, and Financial accounting software. (e.g. Epic, Tag Bio or similar).
• Knowledge of MS Excel required; Experience with MS Application (e.g. Word, Visio, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered Pharmacist in the State of California
• Post graduate year 2 [PGY2] in area of specialty practice or equivalent experience in specialty area preferred
• Board Certification in Pharmacotherapy and / or Board Certification in Specialty Practice [if available] preferred
• Epic Systems certification in one or more analytical or reporting modules (e.g., Clarity)
• Epic Systems certification in one or more medication-use modules (e.g., Willow Inpatient, Willow Ambulatory, Willow Inventory, Beacon)

About UCSF
At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

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