Per Diem Pharmacist

PHARMACIST PD (009249)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT521500-JC009249-PD230371

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

10/17/2024 5:37:10 PM

Date Last Edited:

10/17/2024 5:37:07 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

7000O

Organization:

VC STUDENT AFFAIRS                     

Division Code:

7800D

Division:

STUDENT HEALTH                         

Department:

521500 - ARTHUR ASHE STU HEALTH & WELLNESS CNTR

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

MI-DPT521500-JC009249-PD230371

Position Description ID

230371

UC Payroll Title:

PHARMACIST PD (009249)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

HX: Residual Healthcare Professionals

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

6 - Staff: Per Diem

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

0.4

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40040565

Reports to Payroll Title:

PHARMACY SHS MGR 1

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40036657

Department Head Payroll Title:

HC ADM SHS MGR 3

GENERAL SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent develops procedures for performance of variety of duties; or performs complex duties within established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the pharmacy manager, provides patient care, performs clinical tasks, oversight of dispensing prescriptions and provides patient consultations within the scope of a California licensed pharmacist to manage medication therapy and ensure optimal patient health and wellbeing.  Complies with state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and organizational policy and procedures.   Collaborates with health care providers to provide appropriate pharmacological guidance while resolving prescription ambiguities and issues.  Provides direct supervision and responsible for duties performed by pharmacy technicians.  Maintain security of pharmacy, appropriate storage, handling, ordering and preparation of drugs within a safe and clean work environment.   

The mission of The Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center (The Ashe Center) is to support UCLA students in the successful attainment of their educational goals through the personalized delivery of accessible, high-quality health and wellness services, rendered with kindness and competence, by diligent, dedicated professionals.

Our comprehensive services include Primary Care, Gynecology Services, Immunizations, Travel Medicine, Physical Therapy, Specialty Clinics, Radiology & Laboratory, and Acupuncture – all under one roof! We are also pleased to offer additional services in the Ackerman Student Union: a full-service optometry center, U See LA Optometry, and the Bruin Health Pharmacy.

UCLA's student health center and its suite of services consistently rank as best in the nation. Most recently, the wellness fintech brand Ness awarded UCLA and The Ashe Center as the healthiest college in the state of California.

Drug Distribution

Reviews, interprets and dispenses medications by licensed prescriber orders as required by state and federal agencies. Reviews patient profiles to ensure appropriate medication therapy and dosage. Screen all drug, allergy and disease interactions, contraindications, adverse interactions and review therapeutic duplications. Dispenses medications by compounding, packaging, and labeling. Monitor drug therapies and advising interventions. Prescribes and administers selected medications per protocol. 

45%

Counseling/Consultation

Provides pharmacological information to patients and clinical staff. Communicates with Health Care prescribers to resolve prescription problems. Counsels patients on proper use, possible interactions and all aspects of medications / over-the-counter products. Review compliance, utilization pattern, and response to therapy using standard outcome criteria.

25%

Pharmacy Operations

Responsible for direct supervision of duties performed by pharmacy technician. Complies with State and Federal drug laws, rules and regulations. Remove outdated drugs from the pharmacy inventory, reviewing pharmacy and clinic recall medications. Acknowledge current licensure dates. Maintain pharmacy security during business hours. Reviewing and advising on existing, new and developing pharmacy legislation. Oversee pharmacy operation in absence of PIC and Staff Pharmacist.

15%

Administrative, Information, and Research Duties

Appropriately identifies and resolves all pharmacy-related problems. Ensures most efficacious, safe and cost-effective medications are used. Identify and provide input to improve policy/procedures. Stay up to date with current clinical guidelines and drugs.  Maintains accurate pharmacy management system. Participates in committees. Protects patients and technicians by adhering to infection control and Hazardous Drug protocols. Maintain safe and clean working environment. Interpret drug information resources.

10%

Record Maintenance

Maintain non-controlled and controlled substance (CS) inventory and assist with quarterly inventory reconciliation and biennial CS inventory. Identify and report CS discrepancies to manager and file incident report. Maintain records for CS and prescription records per DSCSA. Maintain pharmacy records accurately and for appropriate time period. Performs Quality Assurance audits and document medication errors in database and to manager. Adjust par levels and update pricing.

5%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Other Type of Degree

Doctoral level program - Graduation from an accredited school of pharmacy

Required

1 year

As an outpatient pharmacist

Preferred

California State Board of Pharmacy Pharmacist License

Upon Hire

Required

And

Current BLS Certification

Upon Hire

Required

And

Possession of a Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery Certificate

Upon Hire

Required

Possession of the legal requirements to practice pharmacy as determined by the California State Board of Pharmacy.

Required

Working knowledge of state and federal regulations relating to the practice of pharmacy.

Required

Ability to locate and interpret drug information resources including, but not limited to scientific and professional journals, compendia and internet references and provide timely responses to prescriber and patient inquiries.

Required

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers and professional staff.

Required

Ability to work pleasantly and effectively with medical staff and patients.

Required

Ability to perform multiple tasks with frequent interruptions and/or distractions.

Required

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Required

Ability to prioritize work that reflects the needs of the clinic's patients.

Required

Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Required

Registered with CURES Program with access.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.

TB Test: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory TB test.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Bruin Health Pharmacy, Ackerman Union

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 2: Position in which required tasks normally do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but may require performing unplanned Classification 1 tasks. In these jobs the normal work performance involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. However, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment.