Clinical Pharmacist - Centralized Refill Program Per Diem

Maine Medical Center; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 81,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking a clinical pharmacist to support prescription refill renewal authorization for MaineHealth Medical Group patients. The role uses established guidelines to enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based medication management and triage information to ensure timely refills for primary care clinics.

Ideal candidates will hold a Maine- and New Hampshire-eligible pharmacist license, with experience in patient monitoring and drug therapy review.

Qualifications

• Education: BS in Pharmacy or PharmD from an accredited school.
• Current state license with Board of Pharmacy.
• Prior pharmacist experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support prescription refill renewal authorization for MaineHealth Medical Group patients.
• Triage information to facilitate timely refill processing.
• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration with providers, pharmacists and medical assistants.
• Monitor and review drug therapy across all age groups and provide patient care.

Skills

Pharmacist experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Patient monitoring

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD

Job description

Description

MaineHealth Corporate

Professional - Clinical

Req #: 92856

Summary:

Ideal candidates will be eligible as a registered pharmacist in the State of Maine and New Hampshire. As part of the Centralized Refill Pharmacy team, the clinical pharmacist is responsible for supporting prescription refill renewal authorization for MaineHealth Medical Group patients, using established institutional guidelines and embedded protocols. Using evidence-based medicine, the pharmacist will enhance patient outcomes through appropriate medication management and will triage any additional needed information to facilitate the timely process of refill requests for primary care clinic patients. This position will foster interdisciplinary collaboration with providers, pharmacists and medical assistants to optimize medication therapy. Work experience as a patient care pharmacist involved in patient monitoring and drug therapy review is preferred. Experience in the monitoring and consultation on drug therapy in patients of all age groups. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Analytical skills necessary to identify and resolve problems related to drug therapy.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD degree from a recognized/accredited school or college of pharmacy required.
2. License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license with Board of Pharmacy required.
3. Experience: Previous pharmacist experience preferred.

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources-so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.

The pay range for this position is $58.85 to $79.63 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras. Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.