Medication Safety Pharmacist

Trinity Health; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 76,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits starting day 1

Job summary

Trinity Health Of New England is seeking a pharmacist to provide comprehensive pharmacy care across acute and ambulatory settings, guiding quality, safety, and cost-effective practices. You will act as a knowledge expert in specialty programs, education, and mentorship, coordinating service scope and HR responsibilities.

Responsibilities include leading compliance initiatives, reviewing medication processes, performing MTM/CMR, and mentoring staff; a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and CT license are

Qualifications

• Pharmacy degree required; Pharm.D. preferred.
• Minimum 3 years pharmacist experience; residency preferred.
• Board certifications and CT State Pharmacist License preferred/required.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality and compliance programs and provide subject matter expertise (e.g., compliance, compounding, diversion, quality).
• Design and implement pharmacy-based and regional performance improvement initiatives to ensure safe use of medications.
• Provide oversight for medication order review, preparation, distribution, and dispensing processes.
• Monitor and evaluate drug therapies to promote optimal drug use and evidence-based practices.
• Lead medication safety measures and efficient operational processes.
• Provide drug information and therapeutic recommendations based on patient parameters.
• Perform MTM and comprehensive medication reviews (CMR).
• Lead training and mentoring of staff and assess competencies (e.g., Residency Preceptor).

Skills

Pharmacist experience

Quality improvement

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Pharm.D.

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Position Purpose

Responsible for providing pharmacy care to support operations, clinical, retail, and/or specialty pharmacy services in the acute and/or ambulatory care areas. Responsible for ensuring performance excellence in terms of quality, safety, service, affordability, and technology. Serves as knowledge expert in specialty-based programs, education resource, role model and mentor. Coordinates/leads unit, program, or service scope of responsibilities, including management of human resources.

What you will do

• Lead quality and compliance programs and provide subject matter expertise (e.g., compliance, compounding, diversion, quality)
• Design and implement pharmacy-based and regional performance improvement initiatives to ensure safe use of medications
• Provide oversight and guidance for medication order review, preparation, distribution, and dispensing processes
• Monitor and evaluate drug therapies to promote optimal drug use and evidence-based practices to reduce risks of drug misadventures
• Lead medication safety measures and efficient operational processes
• Provide drug information and therapeutic recommendations based on patient specific parameters and conditions
• Perform medication therapy management (MTM) and comprehensive medication reviews (CMR)
• Lead training, development, mentoring and assessment of competencies (e.g., Residency Preceptor)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy, Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) preferred
• 3 years' experience as a pharmacist, pharmacy residency preferred; internal or external certifications; Board of Pharmacy Specialists certification preferred
• CT State Pharmacist License

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Full time 40hrs M-F days
• Excellent benefits - starting day 1!

Compensation and Benefits

At Trinity Health Of New England, we understand that the success of our organization is directly related to our hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated colleagues who contribute their time and skills to help transform healthcare. That's why we've compiled a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package that offers our colleagues protection and peace of mind, both at home and at work.

Pay Range: $55.00 - $85.00 per hour

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
• Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
• Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Well-being Initiative
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital is committed to exceeding the expectations of our patients and families by providing world-class service in a progressive, people-centered, compassionate health care environment. We are licensed for 617 beds and 65 bassinets, are a major teaching hospital and the largest Catholic hospital in New England.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.