• Vault Pharmacist

    UCLA Health (Los Angeles, CA)


    Description

    You bring more than skill, knowledge, and expertise to your role as an allied health professional. You bring a deep passion for improving the lives of everyone around you. At UCLA Health, we're committed to fostering a working environment where you are supported and empowered to be your best. You'll love it here!

     

    Under the supervision of the Director of Inpatient Pharmacy, you will perform a variety of essential pharmacy functions focused on controlled substances and medication inventory management. As the Vault Pharmacist, you will be responsible for overseeing the secure storage, distribution, and auditing of controlled substances in accordance with departmental policies and regulatory requirements. You will work closely with the Pharmacy Business Office to ensure proper procurement, maintain appropriate inventory levels throughout the Health System, and support clinical services through timely medication distribution.

     

    Your duties will include responding to regulatory inquiries (e.g., DEA), performing audits required by the California Board of Pharmacy, and managing investigational and expired medications housed in the vault. You'll collaborate with clinical teams, provide input on cost-effective inventory solutions, and support the safe and compliant delivery of pharmaceutical services across inpatient areas.

     

    At UCLA Health, passionate clinicians in a wide range of disciplines have enabled us to become a world-renowned health system with four award-winning hospitals and more than 270 community clinics throughout Southern California. We're also home to the world-class medical research and clinical education capabilities of the David Geffen School of Medicine. If you're looking to experience greater challenge and fulfillment in your career, come to UCLA Health.

     

    Schedule: varied shifts, depending on department needs, including weekends and holidays

     

    Hourly Salary Range: $85.87 - $100.58 (Union represented, step-based salary depending on years of experience)

     

    Bargaining Unit: HX-UPTE

    Qualifications

    We're

    seeking a dedicated clinical professional with:

    + Pharm D. degree and current CA Pharmacy license

    + ASHP-accredited residency (preferred)

    + 2 years inpatient pharmacy experience

    + Knowledge of DEA and California Board of Pharmacy regulations for controlled substances

    + Exceptional communication, interpersonal, organizational, and follow-through skills

    + Strong analytical skills and the ability to manage medication inventory systems

    + Ability to compound intravenous admixtures and other sterile products

    + Familiarity with investigational drug management and regulatory audits

     

    UCLA Health welcomes all individuals, without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or disabilities, and we proudly look to each person’s unique achievements and experiences to further set us apart.