Pharmacist

The facility is currently accepting permanent placement submissions.

Facility Salary:

$131,040.00 to $137,280.00

Job Details:

Pharmacist Duties:

1. Pharmacy Operations

• Perform day-to-day pharmacy operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance with all regulatory requirements
• Manage inventory levels, conduct regular audits, and implement strategies to minimize waste and optimize inventory levels
• Collaborate with suppliers and wholesalers to order medications, track deliveries, and maintain accurate transaction records
• Understand fundamentals of the federal 340B program, how to maintain compliance, and how to utilize appropriately

1. Medication Dispensing/Patient Care

• Accurately interpret and dispense prescription medications in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations, verifying prescription information for completeness and authenticity
• Conduct regular medication reviews, including drug-drug interaction checks, and appropriate duration of therapy
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including medication profiles and relevant documentation
• Ensure the confidentiality and security of patient information in accordance with privacy laws
• Administer immunizations under defined protocols
• Offer personalized consultations to patients and patient’s families regarding medication-related concerns, proper medication usage, potential side effects, relevant medication precautions, and recommendations for over-the-counter products
• Address customer inquiries and resolve issues related to prescriptions, insurance, and medication concerns promptly and professionally
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes, ensuring comprehensive medication therapy management
• Provide exceptional customer service, foster a positive and welcoming atmosphere, and promote a patient-centered approach to pharmacy services

1. Training and Education

• Supervise and train pharmacy technicians and students (when applicable)
• Remain up-to-date on all licensure and hospital education requirements

1. Community Engagement

• Represent the pharmacy in community outreach events and educational programs
• Build and maintain relationships with healthcare providers and community stakeholders to promote the pharmacy’s services

Minimum Qualifications:

Required

• Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy
• Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in the State of Utah
• Licensure to dispense controlled substances in the State of Utah
• Provide daily consults with patients, patient’s families, staff, and providers
• Possess excellent communication, human relation, and computer skills (proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other relevant pharmacy software)
• Self-motivated, able to work both independently, and as part of a team
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn about financial aspects of departmental functioning

Preferred

• Three years or more experience in a retail pharmacy setting
• APhA Immunization Certification
• Prior pharmacy management experience