Pharmacist
Full-Time
$57 - $72/hr+ 3% employer match
Mid, Senior
Bachelor's, PhD
West Jordan, UT, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryPharmacy
About the job
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in pharmacy or a Doctor of Pharmacy degree is required.
- A valid, current pharmacist license in Utah in good standing with the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing is required.
- Two to five years of related pharmacy experience with supervisory responsibilities is required.
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience in pharmaceutical procedures is required.
- Knowledge of Drug Enforcement Administration, Food and Drug Administration, and state and federal laws, rules, and regulations concerning pharmacy practice and patient safety is required.
- Ability to communicate, read, and write in Spanish is required.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member is required.
- Ability to think critically, solve problems analytically, collect information, and research data is required.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing is required.
- Ability to provide leadership and guidance and promote teamwork and customer service in a diverse setting is required.
- Ability to perform mathematical calculations is required.
- Ability to sit, stand, talk, and hear for extended periods is required.
- Ability to perform repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movements for typing and computer work is required.
- Consistent attendance and punctuality are required, including ensuring work responsibilities are covered during absences.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and supervision to pharmacy staff.
- Assist the Pharmacist-in-Charge with hiring decisions, training, assigning and directing work, and enforcing workplace policies.
- Review prescriptions for accuracy, determine required ingredients, and evaluate suitability; provide information and advice about drug interactions, side effects, dosage, and proper storage.
- Maintain accurate pharmacy files, patient profiles, charge system files, inventories, and controlled-substance dispensing records.
- Plan, implement, and maintain procedures for mixing, packaging, and labeling pharmaceuticals in accordance with policy and legal requirements, ensuring quality, security, and proper disposal.
- Provide specialized services to help patients manage diabetes, asthma, smoking cessation, and high blood pressure; conduct health promotion and prevention activities, including training people to use blood pressure and diabetes monitors; advise customers on medication brands, medical equipment, and health care supplies.
- Resolve compliance and regulatory discrepancies.
- Resolve customer complaints promptly and confidently.
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Maintain financial controls through conservative use of inventory and supplies to prevent loss and deterioration; monitor inventory control, inventory turns, and operational efficiency.
- Adhere to HIPAA regulations and maintain patient confidentiality.
- Consult regularly with the Pharmacist-in-Charge to expedite prescription processing.
- Report practitioners or employees who violate controlled-substance requirements or are involved in drug abuse or theft.
- Perform other duties required to support UPFH departments.
- Notify the state board of pharmacy immediately when an individual leaves employment.
- Notify the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing of home-address changes within ten days.
- Maintain required continuing education to stay current with pharmacy and licensing requirements.
- Handle Pharmacist-in-Charge responsibilities during absences.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
About the company
Utah Partners for Health provides primary and preventive care to uninsured and underserved residents in Salt Lake and Tooele counties as a Federally Qualified Health Center. It operates with a patient-centered medical home model and offers integrated services including medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, vision, and substance-use treatment, plus a mobile clinic and prenatal clinic to reach hard-to-reach populations. Funding comes from federal and government sources, Medicare/Medicaid, private insurance, and sliding-scale patient payments, with support from partnerships that donate in-kind services. Its goal is to expand access to affordable, comprehensive health care for underserved communities as needs grow, including medication-assisted treatment for opioid addiction and various counseling options.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
N/A
Founded
2002
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- UPFH posted active hiring in September 2026, including pharmacist, accountant, and front desk roles.
- Website updates in July-August 2026 show new-patient intake and ongoing service expansion.
- HRSA's January 2025 $500K expanded-hours award validates demand and operational relevance.
What critics are saying
- Federal funding concentration is dangerous; HHS supplied $2.2M and HRSA another $500K in 2025.
- The 11-50 employee footprint and active front-desk, accountant, pharmacist hiring suggest thin staffing.
- Any HRSA or Medicaid reimbursement disruption in 2027 would hit operating continuity immediately.
What makes Utah Partners For Health unique
- UPFH combines FQHC primary care, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and MAT in one network.
- Its Midvale and West Jordan footprint serves uninsured patients across Salt Lake and Tooele counties.
- Mobile and prenatal clinics plus sliding fees make access a structural advantage.
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