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Utah Partners For Health

Non-profit FQHC delivering affordable care

Pharmacist

PharmacyConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeWest Jordan, UT, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in pharmacy or a Doctor of Pharmacy degree is required.
  • A valid, current Utah pharmacist license 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 are required.
  • Knowledge of Drug Enforcement Administration, Food and Drug Administration, and state and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing pharmacy practice and patient safety is required.
  • Ability to build interpersonal relationships and provide customer service to internal and external customers is required.
  • Ability to work independently and as a team member is required.
  • Critical thinking, analytical problem-solving, information collection, and research skills are required.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills are 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 communicate, read, and write in Spanish is required.
  • Ability to sit, stand, talk, and hear for extended periods is required.
  • Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement for typing and computer work is required.
  • Consistent attendance and punctuality, and ensuring work responsibilities are covered during absences, are required.

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, identify 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 patients 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 following 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 engage in drug abuse or theft.
  • Perform other duties as 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 continuing education required 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

Non-profit FQHC delivering affordable care

Utah Partners for Health operates as a Federally Qualified Health Center delivering medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, vision, and substance-use treatment to uninsured and underserved residents in Salt Lake and Tooele counties. Its patient-centered medical home coordinates care and uses a mix of federal and government funding, Medicare/Medicaid, private insurance, and a sliding fee scale to charge patients. A distinctive feature is partnerships with for-profit clinics that donate in-kind services to expand access, complemented by programs like Mobile Clinic and Prenatal Clinic. The goal is to improve access to affordable, comprehensive health services for underserved populations and expand services as community needs grow.

Company size
11-50
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Not listed
Founded
2002

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