Pharmacist

Job Code: 7963

Job Open Date: 1/11/2024

Application Review Begins: 1/29/2024

Department Code: STHL (Student Health)

Percentage of Time: 100%

Union Code: HX-Healthcare Professionals

Employee Class: 2 - Staff: Career

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Grade: N/A

Hiring/Budgeted Salary or Hourly Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $61.94/hr. - $72.56/hr.

Full Salary Range: The full salary range for this position is The full salary range for this position is $61.94/hr. - $77.02/hr. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University.

Work Location: Student Health - 1904

Working Days and Hours: Monday-Friday / 8am-5pm (Hours may vary depending on clinical need)

Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits

Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement if applicable: N/A

Special Instructions

For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

Department Marketing Statement

Student Health is a full service on campus primarily healthcare facility for UCSB students. We see students on both an appointment and walk in basis. Our auxiliary services included on-site laboratory, pharmacy, x-ray, lab and physical therapy. Our specialty services include psychiatry, gynecology, and sports medicine. An extensive alcohol and drug program compliments other behavioral health services.

Benefits of Belonging

Working at UC means being part of this vibrant institution that shines a light on what is possible. People make UC great, and UC recognizes your contributions by making this a great place to work. Excellent retirement and health are just one of the rewards. Learn more about the benefits of working at UC and why You Belong at UC.

Brief Summary of Job Duties

Performs all duties as a Staff Clinical Pharmacist in ambulatory care medicine. In the absences of the Pharmacy Manager, may be required to provide back-up management and supervisory assistance.

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited pharmacy school or college of pharmacy or equivalent.
• Current License from CA Board of Pharmacy.
• 1-3 years of experience as a registered pharmacist.

Special Conditions of Employment

• Student Health requires that clinical staff must successfully complete and pass the background check and credentialing process before employment and date of hire.
• Mandated reporting requirements of Child Abuse.
• Mandated reporting requirement of Dependent Adult Abuse.
• To comply with Santa Barbara County Public Health Department Health Officer Order, this position must provide evidence of annual influenza vaccination, or wear a surgical mask while working in patient care areas during the influenza season.
• Any HIPAA and/or FERPA violation is subject to disciplinary action.
• Student Health is closed between the Christmas and New Year's Day holidays.
• UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment.

Job Functions and Percentages of Time:

Pharmacy Services 95%

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  Utilizes clinical pharmacy skills to critically evaluate the appropriate drug, dose, quantity, directions based on patient information such as age, gender, allergies, etc.
• Counsels and advises patients on the prescription drug, dose, directions for use, side effects, precautions and drug interactions.
• Dispenses prescription medications according to state and federal laws and regulations.
• Dispenses controlled substance prescriptions and maintains accurate inventory records in accordance with departmental policy, state and federal laws and regulations.
• Consults and advises patients on the selection and use of non-prescription medications, side effects, precautions and drug interactions.
• Prepares sterile injectables or other medications requiring pharmacist skill.
• Assists in maintaining adequate inventory, while minimizing waste.
• Assists in purchasing pharmaceuticals, biologicals, and vaccines.
• Assists in maintaining safe and effective medications by ensuring expired or recalled medications are removed from inventory.
• Generates prescription labels, records patient and prescription information and creates and maintains prescription records utilizing pharmacy software.
• Assists in monthly, quarterly, and annual inventory and reconciliation.
• Provides comprehensive clinical pharmacy knowledge to Student Health clinicians and other ancillary health professionals as well as provides drug information about medications including indication, appropriate dosing and directions, side effects, availability and therapeutic alternatives or options to optimize or adjust drug therapy.
• Checks prescriptions for accuracy prior to pharmacy technicians releasing medication to patients.
• Evaluates brand versus generic options for cost effective selection of products.
• Motivates fellow staff and others in order to ensure that students receive optimal pharmaceutical care.
• Provides UC SHIP insurance prescription services information.
• Furnishes a range of health services directly to patients as authorized under the California Business and Professions Code and the California Code of Regulations. This includes but is not limited to the following: birth control, emergency contraception, naloxone, vaccinations, nicotine replacement products, anticoagulation management, PrEP and PEP medications, and travel medications.
• Adapts to and incorporates any additional services authorized by the California Board of Pharmacy as it pertains to the practice of pharmacy.

UC Vaccination Programs Policy – With Interim Revisions

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs – With Interim Revisions.*

As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals** must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

For more information, please visit:

• UC Santa Barbara COVID-19 Information https://www.ucsb.edu/COVID-19-information
• University of California Policy on Vaccinations – With Interim Amendments https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy
• Note: The Policy on Vaccination Programs – With Interim Revisions was updated effective August 16, 2023. A systemwide review of this policy will take place in Fall 2023 with an expected issuance/effective date in early 2024.

** Covered Individuals: A Covered Individual includes anyone designated as Personnel or Students under this Policy who physically access a University Facility or Program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training. A person accessing a Healthcare Location as a patient, or an art, athletics, entertainment, or other publicly accessible venue at a Location as a member of the public, is not a Covered Individual.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
UC Santa Barbara is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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