Job Information
UCLA Health Specialty Pharmacy Supervisor in Los Angeles, California
Description
You bring more than clinical expertise and leadership
experience to your role as a lead pharmacist - you bring a commitment to operational
excellence, regulatory compliance, and delivering high-quality specialty
pharmacy services. At UCLA Health, we support professionals like you with a
dynamic environment where your expertise is valued, and your career can
continue to grow.
Reporting
to the Director of Pharmacy, you will oversee specialty pharmacy operations,
manage accreditation requirements (URAC, BOP, ACHC), and ensure compliance with
all regulatory and payer standards. You will supervise pharmacists and pharmacy
technicians, maintain efficient workflows, support limited distribution
medication strategies, and participate directly in operational activities,
including patient assessments and refill coordination. You will cross-train
staff, assess competencies, respond to audits, and collaborate with internal
and external partners to support expansion of UCLA Health's specialty pharmacy
programs.
Activities
will include:
Overseeing specialty pharmacy operations and ensuring compliance with URAC, ACHC, BOP, DEA, California Board of Pharmacy and other applicable regulatory agency requirements
Managing and maintaining all accreditation activities, surveys, policies, SOPs, and readiness documentation
Completing patient assessments, refill coordination, and supporting day-to-day pharmacy workflow functions
Cross-training pharmacists and technicians across specialty pharmacy workflows
Conducting competency assessments and ensuring timely completion of all trainings and required certifications
Responding to manufacturer and insurance plan audits
Collaborating with UC system partners, specialty pharmacy leadership, and internal departments to enhance and expand specialty pharmacy services
Supporting LDM (limited distribution medication) strategies, payer initiatives, and operational performance improvement
Supervising staff to ensure accuracy, productivity, compliance, and adherence to departmental expectations
Participating in departmental meetings and serving as Administrator-On-Call as needed
At UCLA
Health, dedicated professionals like you help make us one of the world's most
respected health systems - with award-winning hospitals, extensive community
clinics, and the renowned David Geffen School of Medicine. If you're seeking an
opportunity to advance specialty pharmacy practice, regulatory excellence, and
operational leadership, this is your moment.
Schedule: Full-Time, Variable (Onsite)
Annual
Salary Range: $144,400.00 - $341,800.00
Qualifications
We're
seeking an experienced pharmacy leader with:
Current California Pharmacist licensure
PharmD degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy
Minimum 5 years of outpatient or specialty pharmacy experience
Demonstrated experience supervising pharmacists and technicians
Strong understanding of specialty pharmacy operations, accreditation requirements, and regulatory standards
Ability to manage URAC, BOP, and ACHC accreditation and readiness
Experience with manufacturer and payer audits
Strong operational leadership skills, including workflow oversight, competency assessments, and performance management
Ability to collaborate effectively with clinical teams, administrative partners, and external stakeholders
Proficiency with controlled substance stewardship, specialty dispensing workflows, and compliance activities
Preferred: Relevant board certification (BCACP, BCPS, BCSP, or other specialty certification aligned with duties)
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.