Ambulatory Care / Opioid Use Disorder Pharmacist

Albertsons • Pueblo, CO

13d • $69 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, grant-funded pilot position for a CO MAT/Ambulatory Care Pharmacist (Medication for Opioid Use Disorder Pharmacist) at Albertsons Companies / Safeway and SAV-ON Pharmacy Locations in Pueblo County, CO. This unique role focuses on progressive, patient-centered clinical practice, delivering care at the top of the pharmacist's license. The pharmacist will build trusted relationships with vulnerable communities and lead one of the first pharmacist-driven MOUD programs in the state. The position is dedicated to clinical service delivery, not retail dispensing. Ongoing employment beyond the initial one-year grant period may depend on continued funding and performance goals.

Requirements

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree or at least 5 years of experience as a licensed pharmacist
• Active Colorado pharmacist license in good standing
• Adequate professional liability insurance as determined by Colorado Board of Pharmacy
• Strong clinical decision-making skills
• Comfort delivering direct patient care and practicing under statewide protocols or collaborative practice agreements
• Ability to concentrate and deal with frequent interruptions

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in ambulatory care, behavioral health, substance use treatment, or chronic disease management
• Immunization certification
• Bilingual proficiency (Spanish) to support community engagement in Pueblo County
• Experience working with underserved or at-risk populations

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive clinical assessments, including withdrawal evaluations, treatment screenings, on site point-of-care urinalysis testing and initiation/adjustment of MOUD therapy under Colorado protocol.
• Provide ongoing patient follow‑up focused on adherence, symptom management, therapeutic response, and routine monitoring (e.g., vitals, labs).
• Deliver harm‑reduction services, including naloxone furnishing/prescribing and overdose‑prevention counseling.
• Coordinate patient care across behavioral health, medical providers, prescribers, and community organizations while assisting with social‑determinant‑related needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation for required program reporting and contribute to quality‑improvement, outreach, and patient‑engagement efforts.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance (for eligible employees)
• 401(k) participation
• Paid time off & flexible scheduling
• Associate discounts
• Strong training, mentorship, and professional development programs
• Potential visa sponsorship (OPT, H‑1B, TN)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level