Clinical Pharmacist, Per Diem

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Winchester (MA); On-site; USD 74,390 - 100,123; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Winchester, Massachusetts is seeking a licensed pharmacist to contribute to the hospital’s mission by dispensing medications, interpreting physician orders, and providing drug information. The role requires a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy and involves responsibilities such as monitoring drug therapies and collaborating with healthcare teams.

On-call rotation is required, and the work environment necessitates strong computer skills and effective communication. A valid licensure in Massachusetts is required, and candidates must be vaccinated against influenza. The pay range is $54.00 - $72.68 per hour based on various factors.

Qualifications

• Must have valid licensure as a pharmacist in Massachusetts.
• Experience in an institutional setting is preferred.
• Must keep abreast of developments in the field.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medication accurately for inpatient and outpatient.
• Monitor dosage, drug interactions, and appropriateness of therapy.
• Prepare intravenous solutions while observing aseptic technique.
• Maintain accurate patient’s medication records.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Effective communication in English

Ability to input data

EPIC Willow / Beacon Experience

Experience in sterile compounding

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Doctor in Pharmacy

Job description

Contributes to the Hospital’s mission by reviewing and interpreting physician orders, dispensing medications, monitoring drug therapies and providing accurate and timely drug information while complying with all legal and practice standards. This licensed clinical staff position will improve quality and safety by providing accurate and therapeutic medication to patients and enhance staff satisfaction and efficiency by processing prescriptions in a timely manner.

Job Description

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Qualifications

• Education: Required: Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited school of pharmacy
• Education: Preferred: Doctor in Pharmacy from an accredited school of pharmacy
• Experience: Preferred: At least 1 year in an institutional setting
• Experience: Required: None specified

Other Skills/Knowledge

• Strong computer skills required
• For safety and quality reasons, must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English with patients, visitors and fellow members of the hospital team
• Ability to input data and maintain the system used to execute medication orders (Preferred)
• EPIC Willow / Beacon Experience (Preferred)
• Experience working in a USP 797/800 compliant sterile compounding environment (Preferred)

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications

Required: Valid licensure as a pharmacist in the State of Massachusetts; pharmacist must not have infractions pending against held licensures or license eligible with license obtained within four months of employment.
LIFE SUPPORT CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: None Required.

Population Specific Requirements

Neonate, Infant, Children, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric.

Professional Commitment Requirements

Keep abreast of developments in the field and/or licensure through continuing education, participation in professional organizations or a combination of both.

On-Call & Schedule Requirements

On-call rotation required; rotation is required to cover all shifts and holidays.

Reporting Relationships

• Reports to the Pharmacy Clinical Manager
• Responsible for supervising the work of pharmacy technicians as required by law

Job Functions

• Dispense medication by receiving, interpreting and accurately dispensing medications for both inpatient and outpatient; monitor for correct dosage, drug interactions, allergies and the appropriateness of therapy while incorporating the special needs for patient age and patient types.
• Promote communication, collaboration and problem‑solving with members of the healthcare team, patients and/or family members/significant others.
• Demonstrate clinical expertise in their assigned area and foster a climate of clinical and professional excellence.
• Consult with providers to discuss therapy when clarification is needed to ensure appropriate therapy or concerning alternative therapy when non‑formulary or target drugs are prescribed.
• Maintain patient’s medication records.
• Process STAT medication orders completely in a timely manner.
• Prepare or oversee the preparation of all intravenous fluids, including potential nutrition solutions, chemotherapy, intravenous solutions, intravenous piggybacks and irrigation solutions observing standards of aseptic technique.
• Ensure products are labeled correctly.
• Prepare and dispense all controlled substances accurately while maintaining all appropriate records according to state and federal rules and regulations.
• Input dispensing data into Meditech Pharmacy module and Pyxis distribution system.
• Direct and oversee the work of pharmacy techs, audit their work and verify they are operating within their scope of practice; actively participate in the education of pharmacist students on rotation.
• Perform all required documentation accurately, legibly and timely.
• Cover other departments, including Employee Pharmacy and Oncology, as needed based on staffing needs.

Department Specific Job Functions

• Participate in all clinical pharmacy activity, including integrated pharmacy care rounding with providers.
• Perform activities and participate in project work as assigned by the Clinical Pharmacy Manager.
• Perform effective hand‑offs between shifts to oncoming staff to assure continuity of care.
• Utilize electronic database and drug information reference resources.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Employee needs physical and mental abilities to perform the duties of the position listed above using the WE CARE behaviors.
• Anticipated contact with potentially hazardous chemicals while performing job duties.
• Requirements may vary depending on patient and operational needs.

Pay Range

$54.00 - $72.68 per hour. Actual compensation may exceed the base rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay and other applicable factors.

Vaccination Requirement

All staff must be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled