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Statewide Chief of Pharmacy

$118,080 - $220,848

Elk Grove, CA

Ready to join an organization committed to healthcare quality improvement, patient safety, change management, and better health outcomes?

California Correctional Health Care Services’ (CCHCS) Pharmacy Services delivers pharmaceutical care in both inpatient and outpatient settings through medication preparation, provision of efficient clinical services, and accurate drug information and education.  Pharmaceutical care is provided via a combination of institution pharmacists and pharmacy technicians with support from a Central Fill Pharmacy working in concert to service more than 30 California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) adult correctional facilities throughout the state.

About the Position:

Reporting directly to the Deputy Director, Medical Services, you will:

• Provide executive leadership and overall administration of statewide pharmacy services
• Oversee the development and implementation of professional practices, resource management, program management, and delivery systems
• Direct continuous quality improvements and sustainable pharmaceutical services that reflect best practices and are in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations

Benefits:

As a State of California agency, we offer competitive salaries and reliable benefits, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• State of California pension (visit CalPERS.ca.gov for retirement formulas)
• Robust 401(k) and 457(b) retirement plans (tax defer up to $47,000-$62,000 per year)
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
• And much more

Requirements:

• California Pharmacy License
• 5 yrs. progressively responsible experience in health care administration within a comprehensive medical setting
• 2 yrs. experience supervising pharmacists with full authority to hire, evaluate, conduct quality reviews, and responsibility for practical practice development and discipline
• Experience with the design and development of health care programs and process improvement

About California Correctional Health Services:

Robust Correctional Health System providing medical, dental, and mental health care with headquarters in Elk Grove, multiple regional offices, and more than 30 state-owned and -operated CDCR facilities across California.

Take the Next Step:

For more information, contact Erica Nuezca at Erica.Nuezca@cdcr.ca.gov or apply online at https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=493629

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About CPS HR

Established in 1985 as a self-supporting public agency, CPS HR Consulting provides a full range of integrated HR solutions to federal, state and local governments, public safety, special districts and nonprofit organizations.

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