Clinical Staff Pharmacist

Mass General Brigham Health Plan, Inc.; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham seeks a per diem clinical staff pharmacist to optimize drug therapy and enhance patient care at McLean Hospital. The role involves supervising pharmacy staff, ensuring medication accuracy, and participating in clinical initiatives while delivering exceptional service in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience working as a pharmacist preferred.
• Ability to provide exemplary customer service.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Directs pharmacy services and supervises personnel.
• Ensures compliance with pharmacy policies and regulations.
• Participates in quality improvement efforts.

Skills

Patient care

Drug therapy management

Clinical interventions

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy

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. Opening req for a per diem clinical staff pharmacist. Job Summary Summary
Responsible for the optimization of drug therapy by identification, resolution, and prevention of drug related problems and improving therapeutic outcomes. Also responsible for providing patient care according to the laws and regulations governing pharmacists and the practice of pharmacy by the appropriate state and federal agencies. May be responsible for prescribing medications under specific collaborative drug therapy management agreements (CDTM).

Does this position require Patient Care?
No

Essential Functions
-Directs and coordinates the activities and delivery of pharmacy services.
-Supervises and verifies the accuracy of all work completed by support personnel during an assigned shift.
-Operates within the limits of pharmacy policy and procedures.
-Ensures compliance with target drug programs, formulary management, medication management initiatives, and adverse drug event monitoring programs.
-Documents and reports clinical interventions, medication errors, adverse drug events.
-Participates in department quality improvement efforts.
-Follows all policies, procedures, laws, and regulations set forth by the Board of Pharmacy and all other applicable regulatory agencies.
Qualifications Education Doctor of Pharmacy Pharmacy required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Pharmacist [State License] - Generic - HR Only required Massachusetts Experience Experience working as a pharmacist 2-3 years preferred SUMMARY The clinical staff pharmacist is responsible for all aspects of assessing, verifying, dispensing, labeling, storing, recording, and using pharmaceutical preparations for patients throughout McLean Hospital. 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. Clinical staff pharmacists are responsible for appropriate supervision, training, and verification of all work performed by pharmacy technicians and interns. Clinical staff pharmacists also partake in clinical initiatives/services, inventory management, educational activities, hospital/department committees, and continuous quality improvement as assigned. The clinical staff pharmacist provides exemplary customer service to patients and staff while completing tasks efficiently and accurately. Additional Job Details (if applicable) ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE: Dispensing functions Utilizes computerized order entry system and patient medical record to timely and accurately receive, interpret, review, and process medication orders/prescriptions. Accurately prepares, labels, and dispenses medications based on medication orders or prescriptions according to Pharmacy Department Policies and Procedures and applicable laws. Supervises technicians in preparation of medications and verifies accuracy of all prepared orders including hospital prepared unit dosed medications. Clinical functions Utilizes patient specific information when interpreting, reviewing, and approving medication orders to assess safety and efficacy. Serves as a hospital resource for drug information and utilizes appropriate reference materials when necessary. Participates in the Department’s clinical initiatives and programs. Additional functions Continuously assesses and improves the performance of care and services provided. Attends and actively participates in team conferences and staff meetings/in-services. Demonstrates organizational, time management and efficiency skills by prioritizing orders and activities. Adheres to all Pharmacy Department policies and procedures, McLean Hospital safety rules, Joint Commission standards, and any other applicable regulatory agency. Performs all tasks demonstrating service orientation to fellow employees and staff members to provide excellent customer service. Demonstrates appropriate judgment and communication skills when interacting with physicians, nursing, patients, and other hospital staff. Cooperates with others within and outside of department and coordinates work efforts. Remote Type Onsite Work Location 115 Mill Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 0 Employee Type Per Diem Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) EEO Statement: 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.