Staff Pharmacist

Saint Vincent Hospital; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO

Career development & continuing ed.

Health savings accounts & flexible FS

Employee Assistance program

Pet, legal, accident insurance options

Job summary

Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester, MA is seeking a pharmacist to provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care. The role includes oversight of medication therapy, dispensing, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.

The position requires a Pharm. D. or BS in Pharmacy, and a pharmacy license with BLS within 30 days of hire. Hospital experience is preferred and BCPS or CGP credentials are a plus.

Qualifications

• Requires Pharm. D. or BS in Pharmacy and active Pharmacy license.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire; ACLS/PALS if code attendance required.
• Hospital experience preferred; BCPS or CGP certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and monitor patients' medication therapy for safety and efficacy; advise care team and document interventions.
• Verify orders and perform medication profile reviews for safety, dosing and interactions.
• Prepare, label, and dispense medications per prescriptions; ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Check High Risk IVs, renal dosing, IV to PO conversions, and manage therapy changes as needed.
• Ensure medications are available and properly stored and maintained.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Clinical pharmacotherapy

Drug safety & interactions

Education

Pharmacist degree (Pharm. D. or BS in Pharmacy)

BLS certification (within 30 days of hire)

Job description

Overview

Saint Vincent Hospital Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Saint Vincent Hospital, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Provide pharmaceutical care services to the patients including, but not limited to oversight, monitoring, preparation, dispensing and proper documentation of patient medication therapy as well as providing drug information, patient information and oversight of information and dispensing systems. Additionally: ensures compliance with Federal, State, and local laws and regulations. May also advise physicians on medication utilization.

Responsibilities

• Review and monitor patient's medication therapy and orders written for safety and efficacy considering specific patient conditions and health status; advise patient care team on patient's medication therapy and document such interventions.
• Order verification and performing medication profile reviews that should include but not limited to checking for duplications, drug- drug and drug-food interactions, allergies, drug appropriateness, dosing, and frequency.
• Prepare, label, and dispense medications for patients in accordance with physicians' prescriptions; ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to the dispensing of drugs and narcotics and the maintenance of required records
• Check High Risk IVs, renal dose adjusting medications, IV to PO conversions, initiates/modifies/ discontinues therapy, and mediates black box warning interventions.
• Ensure that appropriate medications are available for patients and properly procured, prepared, stored, and maintained.
• Performs related duties as required

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Education: Pharm. D. or BS in Pharmacy
  • Licensure/Certification:
    • Pharmacy license
    • BLS within 30 days of hire (ACLS and/or PALS if code attendance required)
• Preferred:
  • Experience: Hospital experience
  • Licensure/Certification:
    • Board Certification in Pharmacotherapy (BCPS)
    • CGP, etc.

Organization Description

Saint Vincent Hospital has been providing high-quality healthcare to Worcester and the surrounding communities for more than 125 years. At Saint Vincent Hospital, we believe you should have access to the treatments you need without having to travel far from home. We are proud to have been the first hospital in central Massachusetts to offer robotically assisted surgical procedures and minimally invasive, computer-assisted joint replacements. Some of the distinctions we have received include designations as a Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Services, Bariatric Surgery, and both Knee and Hip Replacement. We continue to be leaders in advanced treatments like ourCyberKnife Radiosurgery, and our Cardiac Rehabilitation Program whichoffers a unique, specialized approach to overcoming heart health challenges. Healthgrades awarded Saint Vincent Hospital #1 in Cardiology in the state and one of Americas 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention in 2023 and 2024, which puts Saint Vincent Hospital in the top 5% of hospitals nationwide for coronary intervention. At Saint Vincent Hospital, you can grow your career skills through a wide range of specialties and help support the overall health of our community. Join our team!

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, $39.53 - $70.89 **Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience,

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Education: Pharm. D. or BS in Pharmacy
  • Licensure/Certification:
    • Pharmacy license
    • BLS within 30 days of hire (ACLS and/or PALS if code attendance required)
• Preferred:
  • Experience: Hospital experience
  • Licensure/Certification:
    • Board Certification in Pharmacotherapy (BCPS)
    • CGP, etc.

Responsibilities

• Review and monitor patient's medication therapy and orders written for safety and efficacy considering specific patient conditions and health status; advise patient care team on patient's medication therapy and document such interventions.
• Order verification and performing medication profile reviews that should include but not limited to checking for duplications, drug- drug and drug-food interactions, allergies, drug appropriateness, dosing, and frequency.
• Prepare, label, and dispense medications for patients in accordance with physicians' prescriptions; ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to the dispensing of drugs and narcotics and the maintenance of required records
• Check High Risk IVs, renal dose adjusting medications, IV to PO conversions, initiates/modifies/ discontinues therapy, and mediates black box warning interventions.
• Ensure that appropriate medications are available for patients and properly procured, prepared, stored, and maintained.
• Performs related duties as required