Clinical Staff Pharmacist

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Job Summary

The clinical staff pharmacist is responsible for all aspects of assessing, verifying, dispensing, labeling, storing, recording, and using pharmaceutical preparations for patients throughout McLean Hospital. The team member ensures optimal clinical care in the acute and residential / partial psychiatric setting, which includes aspects of general medicine, through assessment of patient-specific factors and collaboration with other healthcare professionals. Clinical staff pharmacists are responsible for appropriate supervision, training, and verification of all work performed by pharmacy technicians and interns. Clinical staff pharmacists also partake in clinical initiatives / services, inventory management, educational activities, hospital / department committees, and continuous quality improvement as assigned. The clinical staff pharmacist provides exemplary customer service to patients and staff while completing tasks efficiently and accurately.

Qualifications

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education :

BS and / or PharmD from an accredited College of Pharmacy. Residency experience preferred. Board Certification in Pharmacotherapy or Psychiatry preferred.

License :

Current unrestricted pharmacy licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Experience :

Previous hospital pharmacy experience preferred.

Work schedule : Evening shift, 32 hr

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Dispensing functions

• Utilizes computerized order entry system and patient medical record to timely and accurately receive, interpret, review, and process medication orders / prescriptions.
• Precisely enters medication orders for residential / partial programs.
• Accurately prepares, labels, and dispenses medications based on medication orders or prescriptions according to Pharmacy Department Policies and Procedures and applicable laws.
• Supervises technicians in preparation of medications and verifies accuracy of all prepared orders including hospital prepared unit dosed medications.
• Prioritizes work to prepare dispenses in order of importance.
• Fills and / or verifies requisitions from inpatient and residential units in a timely, accurate manner.
• Fills and / or verifies code carts and emergency kits in a timely, accurate manner.
• Ensures dispensed, circulating, and stocked medication is in-date and intact.
• Utilizes automated dispensing cabinets and technician runs to distribute medication.
• Reviews physicians' medication orders with regard to patient specific factors as indicated by department policies, good pharmacy practice, and Joint Commission standards.
• Provides medication recommendations to providers as needed.
• Reports errors, near misses, and pharmacist interventions according to Pharmacy Department Policies and Procedures.
• Suggests process improvement to Pharmacy Department administration when necessary.
• Fills and dispensed investigational product for research studies when necessary.
• Fulfils need for after-hours dispensing when on-call.
• Maintains records as required by law to document drug transactions within the Pharmacy and throughout the hospital.
• Ensures completeness of daily logs, including refrigerator temperature.
• Holds hand-off discussion with on-coming shift as necessary.
• Practices pharmacy in accordance with federal and state law.
• Alerts Pharmacy Department administration of any problems with system software or hardware or medication distribution as they arise.
• Other tasks as assigned by Pharmacy Supervisor or Director of Pharmacy.

Clinical functions

Age

Inventory functions

Safety functions

Quality Improvement

Staff Responsibilities

Customer Service

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

WORKING CONDITIONS

Typical hospital pharmacy environment. Works under constant time deadlines. Occasionally exposed to possible carcinogenic, mutagenic, and sensitizing substances, as well as to other hazardous chemicals typically found in a contemporary pharmacy setting.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate amount of stress in completing work assignments, meeting deadlines, and interacting with other healthcare professionals. Repetitive use of hands and fingers (i.e., use of computer keyboard) and labeling containers. Repetitive tasks are often performed with one hand only. Normal range of hearing and vision to perform work and communicate. Extended periods of standing, walking and bending. Some climbing of stairs and lifting / carrying material may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to work independently and handle stress appropriately. Ability to work cooperatively with other members of hospital and pharmacy staff. Ability to handle multiple tasks, and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule. Ability to set priorities, make critical decisions, and respond to client concerns. Fosters a team environment. Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

115 Mill Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

32

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

$94,993.60 - $138,143.20 / Annual

Grade

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement :

The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and / or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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