Staff Pharmacist

Who we are:

At STRIDE Community Health Center, we’re dedicated to more than just providing healthcare-we’re committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. As one of Colorado’s largest Federally qualified healthcare centers (FQHC), we offer comprehensive services-including primary care, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, health education and outreach services across 13 clinics in the Denver Metro area.

With over 35 years of experience serving our community, our growing team is at the heart of our mission. We believe healthcare is about more than treating illness; it is about fostering wellness and addressing the unique needs of every patient, ensuring no one is left behind. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference, thrive in a collaborative and diverse environment, and are ready for a career that transforms lives-including your own, STRIDE is the place for you. 

General Purpose:

A Pharmacist ensures efficient and accurate dispensing of medications, counsels’ patients on medication therapy, supervises pharmacy technicians and oversees all areas of pharmacy services and operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Evaluates prescriptions for completeness, accuracy and appropriateness for patients age, weight, diagnosis and treatment.
• Advises prescribers and patients on drug therapy management, including formulary alternatives, drug interactions, side effects, indications and usage.
• Responsible for the ordering, storage and handling of pharmaceuticals. Maintains pharmacy inventory and supplies following department budget.
• Follows policy and procedure for detecting and reporting pharmaceutical errors and incidents. Assists in developing policy and procedure for prevention of future errors.
• Supervises pharmacy technicians in entering prescription and patient demographic information, filling prescriptions and filling clinic and vaccine orders. 
• Supervises disposal of outdated drugs and returns expired vaccines to manufacturer for credit. 
• Supervises and manages payment transactions and follows cash handling policies and procedures.
• Collect data and prepares reports for the Pharmacy Manager as needed.
• Complies with all federal and state laws, rules and regulations governing pharmacists and pharmacy practice.
• Perform other duties as assigned

STRIDE Values:

Integrity: Doing the right thing even when no one is watching

Compassion: Meeting patients where they are with empathy

Accountability: Following through on our commitments.

Respect: Valuing human dignity

Excellence: Embracing a growth mindset and striving for continuous improvement.

Education and Experience:

• BS or Pharm D degree from accredited school of pharmacy. 
• Colorado Pharmacist license in good standing.

Skills and Expertise

• Ability to interact positively and build rapport with patients, coworkers and/or external contacts.
• Ability to work independently and organize work in a manner that ensures accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to demonstrate the capability to effectively and sensitively respond to the needs and concerns of the full range of STRIDES diverse patient population.
• Customer service skills, including the ability to diffuse upset patients.
• Ability to identify barriers to performance of others and provide coaching, training or other assistance to remove those barriers.
• Ability to handle sensitive information ethically and responsibly.
• Ability to protect the confidentiality of patient, employee and business information.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions quickly.

Required Tools of the Job

• Microsoft suite and various audio/video platforms  
• Internal and external IT ticketing systems  
• EPIC health information records system                              

Working Environment and Physical Activities

• Office environment within a clinical Pharmacy setting. Enters data into computer programs via computer, mouse, and keyboard. Moves about the Pharmacy environment and occasionally to other locations. Moves/transports objects up to 25 lbs. occasionally. Communicate information to others. Discerns/analyzes information from others to assist in decision making 

Work Schedule

As a Pharmacist, schedules, hours and locations will vary.

STRIDE offers a competitive annual salary of $116,000-138,000, depending on experience.

The salary range reflects STRIDE’s good faith estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting. The final offer for the selected candidate will be determined based on several factors, including experience, education, budget, internal equity, specialty and training. 

Why STRIDE

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Health Savings account (HSA) and Flexible Spending accounts, including dependent care options.
• 401(K) with matching for eligible employees
• Work-Life balance-No nights, no weekend and no major holidays
• NHSC loan repayment assistance
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing medical education assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discount programs on top local attractions
• Competitive wages

STRIDE conducts a background check, including criminal history, education, licensure and certification status as a part of the new hire process.

STRIDE values talents and perspectives that equal employment initiatives bring to the organization. We are committed to making employment decisions based on job requirements and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or genetic information. STRIDE complies with the American with Disabilities Act, providing reasonable accommodation as needed. 

Health and Safety commitment:

To ensure the safety of our patients, staff, and communities, all new hires at STRIDE are required to provide proof of an annual flu shot or provide an exemption. In addition, Tuberculous screening and testing are required.