Director of Pharmacy - Lakewood and Los Alamitos - F/T -Days

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Posted: 29-Mar-26

Location: Lakewood, California

Type: Full-time

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Internal Number: 7040148

Director of Pharmacy - Lakewood and Los Alamitos - F/T -Days
Req ID: 146302
Location: Lakewood, California
Division: Medical Center
Department: Pharmacy-LAK
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range Minimum: USD $190,300.00/Yr.
Salary Range Maximum: USD $390,900.00/Yr.
Who We Are
UCI Health is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, and the only academic health system based in Orange County. UCI Health is comprised of its main campus, UCI Medical Center , a 459-bed, acute care hospital in in Orange, Calif., four hospitals and affiliated physicians of the UCI Health Community Network in Orange and Los Angeles counties and ambulatory care centers across the region. Listed among America's Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years, UCI Medical Center provides tertiary and quaternary care and is home to Orange County's only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center , high-risk perinatal/neonatal program and American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center , gold level 1 geriatric emergency department and regional burn center . UCI Health serves a region of nearly 4 million people in Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County.
To learn more about UCI Health, visit www.ucihealth.org.
Your Role on the Team
Position Summary:
The Director, Pharmacy is responsible for the operational leadership and management of all pharmacy services and functions at their assigned facility or facilities. The incumbent is accountable for the clinical quality, operational performance, regulatory and accreditation compliance, and financial management of pharmacy operations within the assigned area. This role directs departmental activities to ensure pharmacy services are delivered safely, accurately, efficiently, and in alignment with health system standards, state and federal regulatory requirements, and organizational objectives, supporting the safe and effective use of medications across the continuum of care. The Director serves as the primary subject matter expert and operational resource for all matters related to pharmacy practice. This position provides direct oversight and serves as a role model and primary resource to coworkers and others, maintaining accountability for departmental performance and the financial integrity of pharmacy operations. The Director exercises wide latitude of authority in managing facility-level pharmacy functions with limited oversight.
What It Takes to be Successful
Required Qualifications:
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across the Health System
Ability to apply sound judgment in ambiguous situations and effectively manage change
Demonstrated success in operational leadership, strategic planning, and financial stewardship
Ability to use computerized systems, applications, such as Microsoft Office, medication and safety technologies, and automated dispensing equipment
Ability to read and correctly interpret complex regulations, contracts, and policies
Minimum 8-10 years Progressive pharmacy leadership experience, including management of large teams or multi-site operations.
Licenses and Certifications:
Registered Pharmacist in CA in good standing (Required) (If not licensed in CA, must attain CA Registered Pharmacist licensure within 12 months of hire.)
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Health Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or related field
Post-graduate residency training (PGY1/PGY2) or equivalent clinical/administrative experience
Experience in a union environment
Knowledge and use of EPIC electronic health record
Total Rewards
We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits .
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to Work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy .
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824-0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization
To apply, visit https://jobs.uci.edu/careers-home/jobs/146302
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