Outpatient MAT Opioid Treatment Program (OTP)

Seeking: Pharmacist

Part Time Hours: Hours worked are flexible and negotiable under the following weekday schedule:

• Monday - Friday: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM 

Our Benefits: 

• Semi-Annual Bonus Program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Competitive 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Early morning hours offering a great work/life balance
• Opportunity for growth that is second to none in the industry

Our Team:

Orem Comprehensive Treatment Center (CTC), located in Orem, Utah, is part of Acadia Healthcare's Comprehensive Treatment Centers, the leading provider of medication-assisted treatment in the nation. Our nursing team provides compassionate, high quality safe and efficient medication dispensing to patients that are seeking recovery from Opioid Use Disorder. 

Your Job as a Pharmacist:

The Pharmacist is responsible for the accountability of prescription medications to patients and maintenance of accurate records; provides expertise in the safe use of prescription medications in an outpatient clinic setting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Fills prescriptions, verifies instructions from physicians on the proper amounts of medication to give to patients;
• Checks whether prescriptions will interact negatively with other drugs that a patient is taking or any medical conditions the patient has;
• Instructs patients on how and when to take a prescribed medicine and informs them about potential side effects they may experience from taking the medicine;
• Advises patients about general health topics, such as diet, exercise, managing stress, and on other issues, such as what equipment or supplies would be best to treat a health problem;
• Teaches other healthcare practitioners about proper medication therapies for patients;
• Completes insurance forms and work with insurance companies to ensure that patients get the medicines they need;
• May oversee the work of pharmacy technicians and/or pharmacists in training (interns)
• Keeps required federal, state, local or corporate records, and does other administrative tasks necessary for the professional practice of pharmacy in a clinic; and,
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Eligible positions may qualify for student loan forgiveness through HRSA, depending on clinic site eligibility. Check your eligibility here: HRSA Eligibility

Your Education, Skills and Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree in Pharmacy (Pharm. D.) from an accredited college or university is required
• Prefer previous experience in behavioral health or substance use disorder treatment.
• No history of alcohol or drug misuse for a period of three years before employment.

• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including the safe handling, administration, and documentation of methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone.

• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., DEA, 42 CFR Part 2, HIPAA, and Joint Commission standards) related to controlled substances and patient care.

• Proven ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, counselors, case managers, and support staff, to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.

• Understanding of clinical best practices related to substance use treatment, including trauma-informed care and harm reduction principles.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Must be licensed as a pharmacist in the state of Utah through the Division of Occupational & Professional Licensing (DOPL).

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

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