Lead Pharmacist - Outpatient Pharmacy

Under the Department of Pharmaceutical Services, the Lead Pharmacist is involved in all aspects of the medication use process at all pharmacy locations within the UCSF Health System. They may also be asked to participate in pharmaceutical care in other sectors of the Department of Pharmaceutical Services as needed.

The Lead Pharmacist performs a wide range of pharmaceutical care functions to assure that drugs prescribed for and used by patients are safe and effective. These include, for example, obtaining medication histories, reviewing and assessing medication profiles, providing drug information to patients and health providers, collaborating with clinicians on drugs of choice and therapeutic plans, ensuring access to medications, educating patients on the proper use of medications, and ensuring that patients understand cautions, adverse reactions, and interactions related to their therapy. The Lead Pharmacist will be part of an interprofessional team consisting of physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other professionals. The Lead Pharmacist will be based primarily in the inpatient pharmacy setting managing specific patient population, supporting pharmacist scope of practice, and ensuring patient care excellence and safety. They will support the day-to-day operations of pharmacy services, administrative tasks, and special projects.