Pharmacist

New England Baptist Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Boston is seeking a pharmacist to join the hospital Pharmacy team. You will interpret and verify medication orders, provide drug information to clinicians and patients, and supervise technicians to ensure safe, evidence-based care.

The role requires MA licensure and a Doctorate in Pharmacy is preferred; PGY-1 residency or 1–3 years hospital experience is desirable. A sign-on bonus is available and ongoing professional development is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Current MA Pharmacy License required.
• Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy required.
• Doctorate degree in Pharmacy preferred.
• PGY-1 Residency or 1-3 years relevant hospital experience required.
• 1-3 year(s) of work-related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Interprets and verifies medication orders within safety guidelines.
• Documents and communicates pertinent information with the healthcare team to ensure continuity of care.
• Checks and verifies sterile and non-sterile medications.
• Provides drug information to patients, nurses, physicians, trainees and other staff.
• Supervises, mentors and assists in training pharmacy technicians, interns and new pharmacists.
• Supports departmental workgroups to improve process and quality outcomes.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy

Doctorate degree in Pharmacy

PGY-1 Residency or 1-3 years relevant hospital experience

Current MA Pharmacy License

BPS preferred

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Beth Israel Lahey Health and New England Baptist Hospital are devoted to consistently promoting a culture of Wellbeing, Empathy, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Equity as outlined in our organization's WE CARE values which can be reviewed here Our Values. Pharmacists ensure safe, effective, timely, patient-centered and evidence-based care. The role requires interpreting and evaluating medication orders and providing medication expertise within the interdisciplinary team. All members of the Pharmacy team are responsible for developing and promoting collaborative and collegial relationships within the department and with nurses, physicians and interdepartmental personnel as they relate to the pharmaceutical care of the patients. Qualified candidates are eligible for a sign-on bonus

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Practices in accordance with the state and federal laws, rules, and regulations, including but not limited to Massachusetts Board of Registration in Pharmacy, Department of Public Health, the Food and Drug Administration, and the Drug Enforcement Administration. Maintains certification and credentials in accordance with the Board of Registration and adheres to institutional policies and procedures.
• Reviews and verifies medication orders with consideration, including but not limited to the following patient specific parameters: diagnosis, weight/body surface area, age, allergies, organ function, laboratory values, medication duplication, drug interactions. Clarifies orders deemed to be inappropriate, incomplete, or otherwise unclear with the prescriber in a timely manner.
• Documents and communicates pertinent information and discussion with the healthcare team and pharmacy staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Checks and verifies sterile and non-sterile medications.
• Provides drug information to patients, nurses, physicians, trainees and other employees.
• Ensures all legal and professional requirements are adhered to for controlled substances.
• Supervises, mentors and assists in training pharmacy technicians, interns and new pharmacists.
• Promotes a culture of patient safety by submitting medication related events and near misses.
• Completes daily pharmacy surveillance tool monitoring, including follow-up and documentation, as well as other daily patient care initiatives and relevant reports.
• Supports departmental workgroups to improve process and quality outcomes, Supports the development and revision of departmental clinical guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Pharmacists are responsible for their own professional development including meeting all requirements for continuing and education, keeping abreast of current professional literature, both from a clinical and medication safety perspective.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current MA Pharmacy License required
• BPS preferred

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy required
• Doctorate degree in Pharmacy preferred
• PGY-1 Residency or 1-3 years relevant hospital experience required

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• 1-3 year(s) of work-related experience

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Consistently promote a culture of Wellbeing, Empathy, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Equity as outlined in the organization's WE CARE values.

Physical, Sensory, and Environmental Requirements

Primarily sedentary work requiring prolonged sitting, frequent keyboarding, typing, writing, and computer use. Occasional standing and walking within the work area. Frequent reaching across a desk and handling, fingering, and keying of information technology equipment and office materials. Occasional grasping and close visual work, including reading documents, reviewing electronic information, and performing detailed computer-based tasks. May occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or reposition lightweight materials or equipment, generally up to 20 pounds, with infrequent handling of weights up to 50 pounds. Requires visual acuity for close work, including viewing computer screens, reviewing reports, and completing documentation. Work is typically performed in a standard office or healthcare administrative environment with minimal exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Frequent independent work with occasional interaction with customers, end users, staff, and stakeholders. No regular exposure to hazardous materials, infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, or other significant workplace hazards.

Pay Range: $58.00 - $78.06 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities.

Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.