Per Diem Outpatient Pharmacist

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 59,278 - 86,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

403(b) savings match

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking an Outpatient Pharmacist to oversee medication dispensing and ensure compliance with regulations. This role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy and a valid Massachusetts pharmacy license.

The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience, strong communication skills, and be able to provide drug education to patients. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from an accredited college required.
• Licensure to practice pharmacy in Massachusetts is mandatory.
• 2-3 years of related experience, QS1 experience preferred.
• APHA Certified Immunizer within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, compound, and dispense medications accurately.
• Verify patient information and prescription accuracy.
• Supervise pharmacy staff and ensure compliance with laws.
• Provide consultation and drug education to patients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy

Tools

QS1

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Position Summary

Outpatient Pharmacist reporting to the Outpatient Pharmacy Administrative Director and/or Pharmacy Manager, responsible for the compounding and dispensing of prescribed pharmaceuticals, medication verification, order entry, and oversight of pharmacy operations in accordance with department policies and applicable regulations.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare or supervise the preparation of medication.
• Verify all patient information before filling prescriptions.
• Compound prescribed medications, package and label.
• Perform quality checks on prescriptions for correct dosage and drug interactions.
• Provide consultation to customers upon filling prescriptions.
• Dispense medical and surgical products as prescribed.
• Record prescriptions dispensed, including poisons, narcotics, and other restricted drugs.
• Perform order entry of prescriptions into the pharmacy management systems (QS1, etc.).
• Supervise pharmacy staff, including customer service representatives and pharmacy technicians, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and applicable laws.
• Provide training, orientation, and staff re‑assignment for optimal operations.
• Coach and develop pharmacy staff, identify training gaps, assign progressive tasks, and assist in career development.
• Contact physicians and benefit providers to process prescriptions.
• Complete third‑party insurance forms and other paperwork.
• Maintain a professional and confidential environment for customers at all times.
• Comply with accreditation, legal, regulatory, and safety requirements, including DEMPOS (billing, dispensing, and training).
• Provide drug education and counseling to patients as outlined in department policies and procedures.
• Provide in‑service education to pharmacy staff, students, nurses, physicians, and other healthcare practitioners as needed.
• Attend and participate in department staff development conferences or other activities related to staff development.
• Develop competencies related to the position.
• Maintain professional and specialized competency through continued education, including attendance of at least one regional or national meeting per year.
• Conform to hospital standards of performance and conduct, including patient rights, to provide excellent customer service and patient care.
• Utilize hospital behavioral standards as the basis for decision making and to support the mission and goals.
• Follow established hospital infection control and safety procedures.
• Perform other related tasks as needed.

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited college of pharmacy.
• Advanced degree (e.g., PharmD, M.S., or MBA) preferred.
• Licensure to practice pharmacy in Massachusetts by the hire date.
• APHA Certified Immunizer within 12 months of starting this position.
• Two to three years of related experience; QS1 experience preferred.
• Comprehensive understanding of procedures, systems, and equipment used by pharmacists and technicians.
• High level of analytical ability, organizational and personal management skills.
• Experience revising and/or implementing information systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and telephone communication skills.
• Professional conduct and demeanor.
• Proficiency with standard software used in healthcare office settings (MS Word, Excel, web browser, etc.).

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation Range: $43.03 – $62.50 per hour (subject to revision based on geographic location and individual qualifications).

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, pharmacy coverage; discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases; flexible spending accounts; 403(b) savings match; paid time off; career advancement opportunities; and resources to support employee and family well‑being.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non‑job‑related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] or call 617‑638‑8582 to let us know the nature of your request.