Pharmacist, Outpatient (per diem)

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 152,500; Full time

Job summary

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston is seeking an Outpatient Pharmacist I. The role involves preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications while ensuring compliance with pharmacy regulations.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or a Doctor of Pharmacy degree and must be licensed to practice in Massachusetts. Responsibilities also include consulting with patients and reviewing medication orders for accuracy.

The salary range is $115,000.00 - $152,500.00 based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Strong teamwork skills and capability to prioritize tasks.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, compound, and dispense medications according to regulations.
• Perform quality checks on prescription orders and assist technicians.
• Consult with patients regarding medication instructions and concerns.
• Review medication orders for completeness and appropriateness.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaborative teamwork

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree

Job description

The Outpatient Pharmacist I is responsible for the preparation, compounding, and dispensing of medications according to the laws, policies, and regulations governing pharmacists and the practice of pharmacy. The pharmacist is responsible for the optimization of drug therapy by identifying, resolving, and preventing drug‑related problems and adverse drug events.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute focuses on life‑changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. It is committed to an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where patients of all backgrounds receive compassionate and comprehensive care.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Appropriately dispense pharmaceuticals, including non‑sterile compounds, chemotherapy, biologics, controlled substances, and specialty medications for adult and pediatric patients.
• Perform quality checks on prescription orders entered by pharmacy technicians; assist technicians with data entry of prescriptions for complex orders.
• Provide direction to pharmacy technicians to promote operational efficiency (e.g., tech station assignment) and quality of the workflow.
• Consult with patients regarding medication questions, concerns, and instructions as needed.
• Review and evaluate all physicians’ medication orders for completeness and appropriateness prior to dispensing; consult with physicians and nurses to clarify orders as needed.
• Review prescribed drug therapy for contraindications, including drug‑drug interactions, drug‑nutrient interactions, drug‑herb interactions, allergies, and the appropriateness of drug and dose.
• Document and report clinical interventions in the safety system; detect and report adverse drug reactions accurately, in a timely manner and per policy.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively work within a collaborative, team‑focused environment.
• Ability to prioritize and adapt to changes; accepts additional responsibilities based on the changing needs of the work setting.
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills (analyze information objectively and make a reasoned judgment).
• Ability to resolve typically encountered problems within scope of practice and to expand appropriately when needed.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited college of Pharmacy.
• Minimum Experience: No prior experience in hospital pharmacy or retail/specialty pharmacy is required.

License/Certification/Registration Required: Must be licensed to practice pharmacy in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Patient Contact: Yes.

Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute is an equal‑opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

EEO Poster

Pay Transparency Statement: The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

$115,000.00 - $152,500.00