Job Description

Extended Deadline: Tue 9/17/2024

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 8/22/24 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 9/3/24. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Under direct supervision of the pharmacy supervisor, The Pharmacy Assistant is responsible for the full range of patient pharmacy operational clerk duties, with the emphasis being on patient wellbeing, ability to obtain care, and increase the likelihood of medication access. The role is responsible for, but not limited to, the following activities: Financial aid support reviews and reviewing and promoting patient improvement opportunities related to the facilitation of equitable access, referrals to UCSD and community resources. The Pharmacy Assistant will monitor, prioritize and ensure assigned work for the resolution of patient concerns, related to areas of medication access and other standard operations. Outreach to community care organizations, both within and external to UCSD, will be necessary to achieve goals. The Outpatient Pharmacy Clerk will perform all actions required to resolve open requests and confirm that these are being addressed in a timely manner and in accordance with current departmental standards and performance metrics. This role will also be responsible to perform all necessary job-related activities for pharmacy operations, including: Medication distribution/shipping, medication inventory management and other operational duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from high school; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Three (3) years of Outpatient or Community Pharmacy experience or Community Advocacy Vendor ; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Demonstrated knowledge of third-party payors including federal, state, and private health plans.

• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).

• Demonstrated computer skills/ability to work between multiple systems during calls.

• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with departments, patients, and staff.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Customer service oriented and team focused.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Retail/Outpatient pharmacy experience.
• Experience with Epic.
• Familiar with UCSD systems, policies, and procedures.
• Community volunteerism or community service.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $54,664 - $67,944 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $26.18 - $32.54

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.

UC San Diego 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, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20
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UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

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