Clinical Pharmacist

Tenet Health; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Metrowest Medical Center - Consolidated Hospital is seeking a clinical pharmacist to operate as a unit-based pharmacist, verifying orders and providing clinical services for assigned areas. You will serve as a drug information resource for nurses, physicians, patients, and families.

You will participate in rounds when required, deliver medication therapy management, and help integrate pharmaceutical care programs across the institution.

Qualifications

• Pharm. D. or BS in Pharmacy.
• Pharmacy practice residency or 3 postgraduate years of hospital experience.
• Pharmacy license is required.
• BLS within 30 days of hire; ACLS/PALS if code attendance is required.
• Board Certification in Pharmacotherapy (BCPS).

Responsibilities

• Verify orders and provide clinical services for assigned areas.
• Deliver direct patient-centered care and integrated pharmacy services with physicians, nurses, and other professionals.
• Attend rounds on decentralized shifts and document pharmacist interventions.
• Manage medication therapy and ensure integration of pharmaceutical care programs.
• Assist in developing and implementing facility-specific protocols and guidelines.
• Conduct Medication Use Evaluations (MUEs) and adjust pharmacotherapy as needed.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Drug information

Patient-centered care

Education

Pharm. D.

BS in Pharmacy

Job description

Job Description

The clinical pharmacist will be a unit-based pharmacist that will verify the orders and provide clinical services for the area(s) for which they are assigned. They will be a drug information resource for the nurses, physicians, patients, and families.

Responsibilities

• All general responsibilities of a Staff Pharmacist.
• Provide direct patient-centered care and integrated pharmacy services in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Routine attendance on medical rounds (for decentralized shifts) with consistent documentation of pharmacist interventions.
• Deliver medication therapy management and ensure pharmaceutical care programs are appropriately integrated throughout the institution.
• Assist in development and implementation of facility-specific protocols, guidelines, and reference documents related to medication therapy management.
• Conduct Medication Use Evaluations (MUEs) and assist in making necessary changes to pharmacotherapy practice as needed based on MUE findings.

Qualifications

• Required:

• Education: Pharm. D. or BS in Pharmacy
• Experience: Pharmacy practice residency or equivalent hospital experience (3 postgraduate years)
• Licensure/Certification: Pharmacy license
• BLS within 30 days of hire (ACLS and/or PALS if code attendance required);
• Board Certification in Pharmacotherapy (BCPS)

About Us

Metrowest Medical Center - Consolidated Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Metrowest Medical Center - Consolidated, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job - we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

About the Team

MetroWest Medical Center has been serving the community since we opened as the first public medical facility in Framingham in 1893. MetroWest Medical Center is comprised of Framingham Union Hospital and Leonard Morse Hospital, a unique behavioral health specialty center located in Natick dedicated to the mental health of our community. At Framingham Union Hospital, youll find comprehensive health care services for the entire family including 24-hour emergency care, advanced cardiac care, high-tech cancer treatments and advanced maternity care including our Special Care Level IIB nursery and high-risk pregnancy care. MetroWest Medical Center was recognized by the Joint Commission with a Gold Seal of Approval, a symbol of quality that reflects our commitment to meeting performance standards and providing safe and effective patient care. Our skilled cardiac team was recognized as one of Healthgrades Americas 100 best hospitals for Coronary Intervention and ranked among the top 5% in the nation for coronary interventional procedures in 2023. At MetroWest Medical Center, you can grow your career skills and be a vital member of our team dedicated to improving the health of our community. Join us!