Specialty Pharmacy Supervisor | UCLA

Los Angeles, California, Description You bring more than clinical expertise and leadershipexperience to your role as a  lead  pharmacist – you bring a commitment to operationalexcellence, regulatory compliance, and delivering high-quality specialtypharmacy services. At UCLA Health, we support professionals like you with adynamic environment where your expertise is valued, and your career cancontinue to grow.   Reportingto the Director of Pharmacy, you will oversee specialty pharmacy operations,manage accreditation requirements (URAC, BOP, ACHC), and ensure compliance withall regulatory and payer standards. You will supervise pharmacists and pharmacytechnicians, maintain efficient workflows, support limited distributionmedication strategies, and participate directly in operational activities,including patient assessments and refill coordination. You will cross-trainstaff, assess competencies, respond to audits, and collaborate with internaland external partners to support expansion of UCLA Health’s specialty pharmacyprograms.   Activitieswill 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 UCLAHealth, dedicated professionals like you help make us one of the world’s mostrespected health systems – with award-winning hospitals, extensive communityclinics, and the renowned David Geffen School of Medicine. If you’re seeking anopportunity to advance specialty pharmacy practice, regulatory excellence, andoperational leadership, this is your moment.   Schedule: Full-Time,  Variable  (Onsite) AnnualSalary Range: $144,400.00 – $341,800.00 Qualifications We’reseeking 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)