Pharmacy Purchasing Manager

Pharmacy – Business Services

Full Time

76204BR

Job Summary

Involves all aspects of the medication use process, including procurement, prescribing, compounding, dispensing, storage of medications, administration and monitoring. Partners with physicians and other clinicians to provide treatments and advice to patients, records patient history relating to medication use and ensures the safe and secure storage of medications and related supplies. Advises physicians in determining the best possible treatments for specific diseases, stays current on pharmacy regulations, treatments and developments in research and design. Pharmacists are the experts on drug therapy and the primary health professionals who optimize use of medication for the benefit of the patients. Meets educational needs of patients, healthcare team, students and residents. Ensures adherence to regulatory and fiscal requirements.

Spends the majority of time (50% or more) achieving organizational objectives through the coordinated
achievements of subordinate staff. Establishes departmental goals and objectives, functions with autonomy.
Manages the accountability and stewardship of human, financial, and often physical resources in
compliance with departmental and organizational goals and objectives. Ensures subordinate supervisors
and professionals adhere to defined internal controls. Manages systems and procedures to protect
departmental assets.

Under general direction of the Director of Pharmacy Procurement, the Pharmacy Purchasing Manager will
directly oversee purchasing operations of an organizationally distinct and complex pharmacy service, on
behalf of UCSF Health Department of Pharmaceutical Services. This includes personnel development,
evaluation, and discipline, operationalizing the optimization of the pharmaceutical supply chain, managing
drug shortage and recall procedures, coordinating the unit’s activities with other units internal and external
to the department, and managing the unit’s operations to address the needs of the organization as a whole,
including acute care beds, family practice organization, outpatient clinics, and affiliates. Specific
operational duties include management of all purchasing, pricing agreements, inventory, storage and
distribution activities for the department. Works in conjunction with the 340B team to ensure 340B program
compliance, optimization and manufacturer patient assistance programs. Additional duties and essential
job functions are broad in scope and duties require broad experience and knowledge of the healthcare
system, pharmacy services, and the pharmaceutical supply chain.

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Department Description

The Department of Pharmaceutical Services at UCSF has long been nationally recognized as one of the founding fathers for clinical pharmacy services, which was established in 1965. Today, the department continues to lead the profession through the integration of advanced technology & robotics, comprehensive pharmaceutical care and clinical services.

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
• Must have at least three (3) years of experience in the purchasing department of a hospital
  pharmacy.
• Demonstrates subject matter knowledge of pharmaceutical purchasing operations, 340B drug
  pricing program, group purchasing organization (GPO) and other pricing agreements, and
  industry best practices. Stays updated on pharmacy regulations and developments in
  purchasing/contracting.
• Knowledge of relevant Pharmacy Department, medical center, and UC policies and protocols
  including procurement, medication storage, safety, and patient privacy and treatment.
  Knowledge of all pharmacy Federal and State laws and regulations (TJC, State Board of
  Pharmacy and CDPH).
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively to meet deadlines in a complex, challenging
  environment.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with peers, patients,
  multidisciplinary team members, senior management, and assigned staff.
• 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.
• Demonstrated managerial skills, training and guiding employees on skills to manage the
  procurement and maintenance of drugs and supplies. Motivates and inspires staff to improve
  quality and services.
• 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.
• Skills to evaluate issues and identify solutions within defined procedures and policies.
  Demonstrated ability to solve problems and suggest solutions through critical thinking process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to perform all commonly applicable functions in clinical documentation applications and pharmacy database technology and train others to effectively use applications.

License/Certification

• Registered Pharmacist in the State of California

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

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Code and Payroll Title

006621 PHARMACY MGR 1

Bargaining Unit

99 – Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Location

Hybrid, Various Work Sites

Additional Shift Details

Monday-Friday