Job Description
Job Summary The Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Manager works closely with the Ambulatory Care Assistant Chief to establish and execute strategy for the Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Primary Care Services, Anticoagulation, and Population Health. This includes identifying areas of improvement, opportunities for development of new innovative services, mitigation of emerging threats, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational effectiveness/efficiency. The Ambulatory Manager of Primary Care is well versed in all applicable accrediting agency requirements including but not limited to The Joint Commission, Board of Pharmacy, and other accreditations as needed. This manager serves as the primary leader who oversees all Primary Care Services. These include but are not limited to pharmacists in clinic, technicians supporting the pharmacists and the financial assistance program (including prescription capture programs) and other programs as they arise. This Manager oversees the team’s participation in population health initiatives relevant to Primary Care at UC Davis and UCOP. This leader works with the Assistant Chief to drive strategy for primary care services and help grow the pharmacy enterprise. This leader also works closely with the Assistant Chief of Specialty and the Managers of outpatient retail to help drive revenue and prescription capture. #CA-DS Apply By Date 5/19/2026 at 11:59pm PST Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position . Current and unrestricted California Pharmacist License. Out of State Pharmacist Eligible to Apply. If out-of-state pharmacist, must obtain and provide CA Pharmacist License within one year of hire date. Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent training Management or supervisory experience within ambulatory care, or equivalent leadership experience Completion of Post-Graduate Year One (PGY1) residency Knowledge in Pharmacy practice and industry best practices in optimizing the use of medication to treat patients Ability to stay updated on pharmacy regulations, drug products, and developments in research and design Knowledge of all pharmacy federal and state laws and regulations Leadership skills in employee supervision and HR administration to effectively lead and motivate others Conflict resolution skills to resolve personnel issues and counsel assigned staff to develop cooperative working relationships Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a complex, challenging environment Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility, and ability to anticipate and effectively handle change Customer service orientation to respond quickly and with empathy to patient issues Ability to organize operations in an efficient and effective manner through improving workflow systems and protocols Ability to collaborate within and across departments to coordinate daily Pharmacy activities and resolve problems Interpersonal skills to maintain professional relationships with peers, patients, multidisciplinary team members, senior management, and assigned staff Proven analytical abilities and problem solving skills to quickly evaluate complex issues and identify options for resolution Ability to resolve patient issues and find solutions that satisfy all parties Demonstrated ability to listen actively, consider all points of view with an open mind, soliciting and incorporating ideas when appropriate Ability to perform all commonly applicable functions in clinical documentation applications and pharmacy database technology Knowledge of available information technology software in the pharmaceutical field Preferred Qualifications Board Certification [e.g., Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS), Board Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist (BCACP)] or equivalent LEAN Certifications Master’s degree [Master of Science (MS) in related area, Master of Health Administration (MHA), or Master of Business Administration (MBA)] or equivalent Completion of Post-Graduate Year Two (PGY2) residency Completion of American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP) Pharmacy Leadership Academy (PLA) Ambulatory clinical pharmacy experience Primary care experience Strategic planning experience Knowledge of relevant Pharmacy Department, medical center, and UC policies and protocols including medicine storage, safety, and patient privacy and treatment Key Responsibilities 50% - Manage Operational Aspects of Primary Care Services 30% - Manage