Part-Time Hourly Pharmacist

Job Summary:

The CU Anschutz College of Nursing has an opening for a part-time, hourly, non-benefitted Pharmacist / Clinical Assistant Professor in the Non-Tenure Clinical Series Track within its federally qualified community health center, Sheridan Health Services (SHS), located in southwest Denver, CO (zip code: 80236).

Nature of Work:

The University of Colorado Anschutz, College of Nursing, is seeking a part-time, hourly, non-benefitted Pharmacist at the Sheridan Health Services (SHS) Family Health Clinic, a Federally Qualified Health Center located in southwest Denver, CO (zip code: 80236). This position reports directly to Pharmacy Director and works collaboratively with health care providers, patients and administration. Additionally, the position includes a Clinical Assistant Professor Adjunct level, non-tenure clinical series track appointment within the College of Nursing.

Clinic Description:

Sheridan Health Services is a multi-site, nurse-managed federally qualified community health center, funded through the Health Resources and Services Administration Bureau of Primary Healthcare; and is a collaborative effort between the College of Nursing and the Sheridan School District. There are two convenient locations to serve community health needs primarily for residents of Arapahoe, Denver and Jefferson counties. A Youth Health Clinic is located in the Sheridan School District Administration building. The Family Health Clinic is located in southwest Denver on the Fort Logan campus and provides services to adults and children, 65% of whom identify at Latinx, and 42% of whom are best served in another language, with Spanish being the predominant second language. Services offered include primary care across the lifespan; prenatal and postpartum, gynecology, dentistry, pharmacy, behavioral health, and outpatient substance use treatment. Sheridan Health Services is a Patient-Centered Medical Home, and as such we uphold a model of care that places the patient at the center, incorporating the values and beliefs of the patient in all decision-making. We extend the reach of the clinic through public health outreach where nursing students provide community outreach, health education, and home visitation services. https://nursing.cuanschutz.edu/patient-care/sheridan-health-services

Supervision Received:

Work is performed independently under the direct supervision of the Sheridan Health Services Executive Director.

Supervision Exercised:

Student supervision is required during clinical placements.

Examples of Work Performed:

• Provides quality pharmaceutical services focused on exceptional patient service
• Builds and maintains high quality business relations with co-workers, clinical affiliations, vendors, clients and other constituents
• Gives professional and pedagogical services as a preceptor for pharmacy students, providing instruction and evaluation in the provision of clinical pharmacy services.
• Provides pharmaceutical care to patients, including processing and accurately dispensing prescription orders, counseling patients regarding health care and prescription medication needs, maintaining confidential information, maintaining controlled medication and required documentation.
• Models, enforces, and provides direction and guidance to students on proper patient service approaches and techniques to ensure patient needs, complaints, and issues are successfully resolved within state, university, and college guidelines and standards.
• Ensures compliance with state university, college policies, procedures, and regulations for assigned areas by analyzing and interpreting reports, implementing and monitoring loss prevention and safety controls, overseeing safety, operational, and quality assurance reviews, developing and implementing action plans, and providing direction and guidance on executing programs and strategic initiatives.
• Provides comprehensive patient care to patients by processing and accurately dispensing prescription orders; counseling patients regarding health care and prescription medication needs; and maintaining confidential information, controlled medications and required documentation.
• Maintains confidential information, documentation, and assigned records as required.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Denver, CO.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

* A PharmD degree from an accredited institution.

* Licensure as a registered pharmacist in the State of Colorado.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience in a pharmacy retail and/or hospital setting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Conditions of Employment:

* Must be willing and able to obtain Colorado pharmacist license by date of hire.

* Must be willing and able to obtain valid NPI number by date of hire

* Must be willing and able to obtain valid Colorado Medicaid Provider number by date of hire

* Must be willing and able to complete CAQH by date of hire

* Must be willing and able to obtain current BLS/CPR certification by date of hire.

* Must be willing and able to actively participation in health plan contracts.

* Must be willing and able to remain credentialed by the health plans and ensure credentialing materials stay current.

* Must be willing and able to ensure strict compliance with University and professional policies/procedures

* Must be willing and able to work in a normal patient care environment with some exposure to biological hazards and infectious diseases.

* Must be willing and able to support both adult and pediatric populations.

* Must be willing and able to maintain and renew Colorado pharmacist licenses

Competencies:

* Ability to develop collaboration with inter-professional colleagues

* Ability to critically think and problem-solve to achieve pharmacy and clinical objectives.

* Ability to build strong working relationships; excellent interpersonal skills.

* Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with a diverse population of patients, their families, and other members of the health care team

* Ability to stay up to date on drug approvals, product recalls and changes to medications' indications and warnings

* Ability to follow and ensure compliance with federal and state laws regulating pharmacy practice.

* Considerable degree of independent judgment and work priorities necessary to monitor and respond to patient, pharmacy, and clinic needs.

* Ability to use computer and clinic software, and to document in EHR in a prompt, timely manner, ensuring completeness and accuracy

* Ability to effectively promote pharmacy and clinic through participation in marketing and patient recruitment

* Comprehensive knowledge of pharmaceutical materials, their use, maintenance and storage

* Unconditional ability to maintain compliance with HIPAA and OSHA

* Ability to keep up to date with the latest regulations and best practices in the pharmacy field.

* Ability to manage the pharmacy team while serving as Pharmacist on Duty including fostering a collaborative team environment.

* Exemplary organizational skills and ability to prioritize

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position (only use if a cover letter is necessary)

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: College of Nursing Human Resources at CON.HR@ucdenver.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by September 26^th, 2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The hiring salary for this position has been established at $58/hour.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.