Pharmacist-in-Charge (Pharmacist II)

Pharmacist-in-Charge (Pharmacist II)

Job no: 560820
Work type: Staff
Location: Chico
Categories: Unit 2 - CSUEU - Health Care Support, Probationary, Health Professionals, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Job/Department Summary:

Under the general direction of the Executive Director of the WellCat Health Center (WCHC), the Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) is responsible for the overall operation, administration, and regulatory compliance of the WCHC pharmacy. The incumbent performs the full range of licensed pharmacist duties while serving as the designated Pharmacist-in-Charge as required by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
The Pharmacist II provides leadership for pharmacy operations including regulatory compliance, medication safety, quality assurance, inventory management, formulary development, pharmacy budgeting, purchasing, policy development, accreditation activities, and workflow coordination. The incumbent provides lead work direction to licensed pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, student assistants, and other support personnel while collaborating closely with medical providers and campus partners to deliver high-quality, patient-centered pharmaceutical care.

The position supports the mission of the WellCat Health Center by promoting safe, equitable, evidence-based healthcare services that enhance student success and well-being.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) college of pharmacy program or other program recognized.
Required education and training to be a registered Pharmacist by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
Equivalent to one year of experience as a licensed pharmacist working independently.
AND
Additional three to five years of experience working as a licensed pharmacist with progress operations and administrative responsibilities, that demonstrates sufficient experience to demonstrate to oversee the operations of a larger more complex pharmacy, serve as the Pharmacist-in-Charge, and provide work direction to other licensed pharmacists.

LICENSE:
Possess and maintain Pharmacist license as defined and required by the California State Board of Pharmacy.

PREFERENCES: Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience in a Student or University Health Setting.
• Experience administering immunizations and furnishing medications consistent with California pharmacist scope of practice.
• Experience with accreditation, quality improvement, or pharmacy policy development.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development and maintaining current best practices in pharmacy practice.

Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development and maintaining current best practices in pharmacy practice.

Time Base: Full-time

Pay Plan: 12/12

Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm

Salary Information: $120,564 (Step 1) per year - $175,632 (Step 20) per year.

Additional Information:

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

California State University, Chico, in accordance with CSU policy, may require that the successful candidate complete a background check (including a criminal records check, sexual offender registry check, and/or fingerprinting) prior to assuming this position. Failure to satisfactorily complete or pass the background check may impact the job offer or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for posted positions identified as sensitive.

This position is considered a sensitive position based on CSU guidelines. Incumbent is responsible for the safety and security of Level 1 data, sometimes also referred to as Level 1 protected data. This is confidential information that is in most cases protected by statutes, regulations, or other legal mandates.

The person holding this position is considered a "General Mandated Reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 (revised July 21, 2017) as a condition of employment.

Throughout employment this position must possess and maintain a valid pharmacist license as defined and required by the California State Board of Pharmacy.

Adhere and comply to Family Educational Rights Privacy Act (FERPA) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) guidelines and regulations.

Open Until Filled (Review of Applications will begin 10/21/26. Applications received after that date may be considered.)

Advertised: Oct 07 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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