Clinical Psychiatric Pharmacist - McLean Hospital

McLean Hospital; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous paid time off

MBTA pass (50% discount)

Childcare resources

Job summary

McLean Hospital is seeking a Clinical Psychiatric Pharmacist to provide specialized pharmacotherapy care within a hospital setting. The role includes rounding on the assigned unit and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

Responsibilities demand strong clinical judgment, the ability to work under deadlines, and a commitment to the organization’s values. Massachusetts licensure is required within 90 days of hire; weekday daytime shifts are expected at 52 Oak

Qualifications

• Education: BS and/or PharmD from an accredited College of Pharmacy.
• Residency experience required; PGY2 in Psychiatry preferred.
• Board Certification in Pharmacotherapy or Psychiatry preferred.
• License: Unrestricted Massachusetts pharmacy licensure within 90 days of hire.
• Hospital pharmacy experience required.
• Weekday shifts; typical hospital pharmacy environment.

Responsibilities

• Daily team-based rounding on assigned unit and exemplary clinical care.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to optimize patient therapy.
• Demonstrate integrity, compassion, respect, and teamwork in daily work.

Skills

Hospital pharmacy

Education

Pharmacy degree (BS/PharmD)

Job description

Site: The McLean Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary At a glance

McLean Hospital is a comprehensive psychiatric hospital committed to providing easy access to superior quality, cost-effective mental health services in the Boston area, Massachusetts and beyond. McLean Hospital has been a world leader in the treatment of mental illness and chemical dependency, research into the cause of mental illness and the training of generations of mental health care providers. We offer an outstanding benefits package to eligible employees including

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous paid time off
• Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)
• Resources for childcare and emergency backup care
• Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan
• Employee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.

Essential Role Functions The Clinical Psychiatric Pharmacist is responsible for daily team-based rounding on their assigned unit and providing exemplary clinical care to their patients. The team member ensures optimal clinical care in the acute and residential/partial psychiatric setting, which includes aspects of general medicine, through assessment of patient-specific factors and collaboration with other healthcare professionals. All McLean team members are expected to consistently demonstrate our values of integrity, compassion, respect, diversity, teamwork, excellence and innovation in their work activities and interactions.

Qualifications Qualification details: Education: BS and/or PharmD from an accredited College of Pharmacy. Residency experience required. PGY2 residency in Psychiatry preferred. Board Certification in Pharmacotherapy or Psychiatry preferred. License: Unrestricted pharmacy licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts within 90 days of hire Experience: Previous hospital pharmacy experience required. All employees must have basic computer skills to use a variety of electronic or online systems for communication, clinical and administrative purposes. Work schedule: Weekday Shifts Working Conditions: Typical hospital pharmacy environment. Works under constant time deadlines. Occasionally exposed to possible carcinogenic, mutagenic, and sensitizing substances, as well as to other hazardous chemicals typically found in a contemporary pharmacy setting. Physical requirements: Moderate amount of stress in completing work assignments, meeting deadlines, and interacting with other healthcare professionals. Repetitive use of hands and fingers (i.e., use of computer keyboard) and labeling containers. Repetitive tasks are often performed with one hand only. Normal range of hearing and vision to perform work and communicate. Extended periods of standing, walking and bending. Some climbing of stairs and lifting/carrying material may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Mental requirements: Ability to work independently and handle stress appropriately. Ability to work cooperatively with other members of hospital and pharmacy staff. Ability to handle multiple tasks and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule. Ability to set priorities, make critical decisions, and respond to client concerns. Fosters a team environment. Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).

Additional Job Details (if applicable) EEO Statement It is the policy of McLean Hospital to affirmatively provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants for employment and existing employees without regard to their race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or a condition related to pregnancy including, but not limited to, lactation or the need to express breast milk for a nursing child, or any other basis that would be in violation of any applicable law or regulation. Remote Type Onsite Work Location 52 Oak Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $127000.00 - / Grade 7 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. EEO Statement: 1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline. Combat disease. Hold a hand. Help people. Impact the world. Mass General Brigham is a passionate, welcoming community where minds meet caring hearts. Come be a part of the world’s most powerful force in medicine, where every role is important in changing lives. Are you ready? Our history includes New England hospitals founded over 200 years ago, some of the first and most prestigious hospitals in the world. Built on the legacy of two leading academic medical centers, we’re more than a system—we’re leaders in the practice of medicine. Mass General Brigham is committed to serving the community. We are dedicated to enhancing patient care, teaching and research, and taking a leadership role as an integrated health care system. We recognize that increasing value and continuously improving quality are essential to maintaining excellence.