Pharmacy Director

UTAH PARTNERS FOR HEALTH; West Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah Partners for Health in West Jordan, UT is seeking a Pharmacy Director to oversee all pharmacy operations, ensure safe dispensing, and uphold regulatory standards. The role collaborates with medical, behavioral health, and MAT teams to optimize patient outcomes and program performance.

The ideal candidate holds a PharmD with Utah license, demonstrates pharmacy leadership in retail or community health, and excels in communication, cost containment, and patient education.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy leadership for daily clinical and dispensing activities.
• Experience with Pharmacy Benefit Management, formulary oversight and payer coordination.
• Knowledge of Pharmaceutical Care and medication therapy management within integrated care.
• PharmD degree and active Utah pharmacist license.
• Prior leadership in retail, outpatient, or community health pharmacy settings.
• Familiarity with MAT, chronic disease management, and underserved populations.
• Strong communication, collaboration and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day pharmacy operations and dispensing activities.
• Lead pharmacy staff, supervise workflow and staffing needs.
• Manage inventory, formulary decisions and PBM programs.
• Implement clinical protocols and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support patient education on medication use and adherence.
• Collaborate with medical and behavioral health teams to optimize care.

Skills

Pharmacy operations

PBM experience

Pharmaceutical care

Leadership experience

MAT knowledge

Chronic disease management

Communication skills

On-site work

Education

PharmD

Utah pharmacist license

Job description

Company Description

Utah Partners for Health (UPFH) is a community-focused health organization serving Midvale, West Jordan, and the greater Salt Lake Valley through fixed and MOBILE clinic sites. UPFH provides affordable, comprehensive primary care, dental, behavioral health, vision, pharmacy services, and substance use treatment, including medication-assisted treatment. The organization offers sliding fee discounts based on income and family size, and accepts nearly all insurances to increase access to care. UPFH’s pharmacy team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, cost-effective medications and services to improve the health and wellness of the community.

Role Description

The Pharmacy Director is a full-time, on-site role based in West Jordan, UT, responsible for overseeing all aspects of pharmacy operations at Utah Partners for Health. This role manages pharmacy staff, ensures safe and effective dispensing of medications, and upholds regulatory, compliance, and quality standards. The Pharmacy Director collaborates with medical, behavioral health, and substance use treatment teams to optimize pharmaceutical care, support medication-assisted treatment, and enhance patient outcomes. Day-to-day tasks include supervising workflow, managing inventory and formulary decisions, monitoring pharmacy benefit programs, implementing clinical protocols, and supporting patient education on medication use and adherence. The role also involves continuous improvement of processes, participation in organizational initiatives, and engagement in community-focused health programs.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Pharmacy Practice and general Pharmacy operations, with the ability to lead day-to-day clinical and dispensing activities.
• Experience in Pharmacy Benefit Management, including formulary oversight, cost-containment strategies, and coordination with payers.
• Knowledge of Pharmaceutical Care and Medicine principles to support safe prescribing, medication therapy management, and integrated care with medical and behavioral health teams.
• Current Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or equivalent degree and active, unrestricted pharmacist license in the state of Utah (or eligibility to obtain).
• Prior leadership or management experience in a retail, outpatient, or community health pharmacy setting.
• Familiarity with medication-assisted treatment (MAT), chronic disease management, and underserved or safety-net populations is highly beneficial.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to equitable, patient-centered care.
• Ability to work on-site in West Jordan, UT, and adapt to a dynamic, multidisciplinary clinical environment.