Bilingual Pharmacist

Medix; West Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Health benefits

401k plan

Short-term disability

Term life insurance

Job summary

Medix is recruiting a Pharmacist to lead and guide the pharmacy team, providing direct patient care, clinical dispensing, inventory control and policy compliance. You will collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize medication management and safety.

The role emphasizes leadership of the pharmacy staff, supervision of technicians, and ensuring HIPAA compliance within a dynamic clinical setting. A state license and bilingual Spanish abilities are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (B.S. Pharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited institution.
• Active Pharmacist license in good standing with the State Board of Pharmacy.
• 2–5 years of pharmacy practice experience with supervisory responsibilities.
• Thorough knowledge of federal and state pharmacy regulations.
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish (written and verbal) is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and daily direction to pharmacy technicians and support staff.
• Assist the Pharmacist-in-Charge with candidate selection, onboarding, and clinical training.
• Optimize workflow efficiency and expedite prescription order processing.
• Review prescription orders for clinical appropriateness and potential drug interactions.
• Provide patient counseling on medication administration and adverse reactions.
• Maintain accurate pharmacy logs and manage controlled substance inventories.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA standards and report any violations.
• Notify the state board of pharmacy upon separation of pharmacy staff employment.

Skills

Dosing calculations

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork in healthcare

Spanish bilingual

Education

PharmD

B.S. Pharm

Active pharmacist license

Job description

You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

As a Pharmacist, you will play a crucial role in providing leadership and operational guidance to the pharmacy team. Your responsibilities will include direct patient care, clinical dispensing, inventory, compliance, and financial controls. You will work closely with healthcare providers to ensure optimal medication management and patient safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and daily direction to pharmacy technicians and support staff.
• Assist the Pharmacist-in-Charge with candidate selection, onboarding, and clinical training.
• Optimize workflow efficiency and expedite prescription order processing.
• Review prescription orders for clinical appropriateness and potential drug interactions.
• Provide patient counseling on medication administration and adverse reactions.
• Maintain accurate pharmacy logs and manage controlled substance inventories.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA standards and report any violations.
• Notify the state board of pharmacy upon separation of pharmacy staff employment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (B.S. Pharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited institution.
• Active Pharmacist license in good standing with the State Board of Pharmacy.
• 2-5 years of pharmacy practice experience with supervisory responsibilities.
• Thorough knowledge of federal and state pharmacy regulations.
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish (written and verbal) is required.

Schedule

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
• Thursday (Extended Care Shift): 7:30 AM - 8 PM
• Saturday (Short Shift): 9 AM - 1 PM (Note: a designated weekday off will be established upon hire to maintain 40 hour full time schedule).

Skills

• Strong mathematical proficiency for dosing and clinical calculations.
• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a healthcare team.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

Please note: the above benefits are offered by our client and eligibility may vary based on specific requirements.

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we're dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.

As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.