Pharmacist / Rotating Shift at Partner's Healthcare in Boston, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.


At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.


At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.



Job Summary
Responsible for preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications to patients according to the laws and regulations governing pharmacists and the practice of pharmacy by the appropriate state and federal agencies.


Responsible for the optimization of drug therapy by identification, resolution, and prevention of drug related problems and improving therapeutic outcomes.


Work relatively independently, under general supervision, and within the limits of established pharmacy/ambulatory care practice site's policies and procedures, as a member of the patient care team. Oversees the activities of support personnel, operating within the limits of pharmacy/practice site's policies and procedures, and the regulations of the Board of Pharmacy.



Qualifications


GENERAL SUMMARY/OVERVIEW STATEMENT


Responsible for preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications to patients according to the laws and regulations governing pharmacists and the practice of pharmacy by the appropriate state and federal agencies.


Responsible for the optimization of drug therapy by identification, resolution, and prevention of drug related problems and improving therapeutic outcomes.


Work relatively independently, under general supervision, and within the limits of established pharmacy/ambulatory care practice site's policies and procedures, as a member of the patient care team. Oversees the activities of support personnel, operating within the limits of pharmacy/practice site's policies and procedures, and the regulations of the Board of Pharmacy.


PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Leadership
a. Provide direction and guidance to pharmacist and ancillary support including technician staff in following policy and procedure, taking accountability and ownership of job responsibilities, and promoting professional behavior and attitudes.
b. Provide feedback to the pharmacy managers/practice managers/medical directors for the interim and annual performance appraisal of other pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, pharmacy interns, physicians, medical residents, medical interns and medical assistants when appropriate.


2. Staffing and Competency
a. Direct and coordinate efficient and effective delivery of all pharmacy services.
b. Prepare, compound, and dispense medications to patients according to the laws and regulations of the Board of Registration in Pharmacy, Department of Public Health Food and Drug Administration, and other regulatory agencies when appropriate.
c. Interpret, clarify, and evaluate all medication orders for complete and appropriate medication information, scheduling, and clinical data.
d. Supervise and verify the accuracy of all work completed by support personnel assigned to the area.
e. Provide drug information and consultation to physicians, nurses and other health care professionals regarding appropriate drug therapy, including drug interactions, side effects, incompatibilities, allergies, medication order/prescription discrepancies, drug stability problems, and drug administration.
f. Identify, document, resolve, monitor, and prevent drug therapy related problems, including contraindications, duplications of therapy, and drug interactions.
g. Manage patients under P&T approved CDTM protocols when appropriate.
h. Evaluate ambulatory prescriptions and appropriately prescribe and send prescriptions through ambulatory care system when appropriate.
i. Perform physical exams when appropriate.
j. Order labs and interpret results when appropriate.
k. Coordinate obtainment of outpatient medications through triaging insurance issues when appropriate
l. Participate in prospective and retrospective pharmacokinetic dosing and monitoring of selected medications and recommend dose adjustments and laboratory monitoring as required to meet patient needs.
m. Work in the sterile products area as needed, ensuring the accuracy, sterility, and stability of all compounded products.
n. Formulate and compound special dosage forms not commercially available when appropriate.
o. Maintain appropriate records for controlled substances and investigational drugs as required.
p. Attend and participate in daily medical and multi-disciplinary rounds and participate in specialty rounds as needed and as time allows and collaborate with other healthcare providers when staffing non-rounding services.
q. Provide discharge medication and drug history counseling including medication reconciliation when appropriate and develop teaching tools and guidance for staff.
r. Provide post-discharge visits when appropriate.
s. Support research-related patient care and drug therapy by ensuring study protocol medication order compliance.
t. Train new personnel.
u. Perform all other responsibilities as assigned in a complete and timely fashion.


3. Quality and Safety
a. Interpret and implement all departmental/practice site policies and procedures on the assigned shift.
b. Follow all policies, procedures, laws, and regulations set forth by the Board of Pharmacy and all other applicable regulatory agencies.
c. Ensure compliance with target drug programs, formulary management, medication management initiatives, and adverse drug event monitoring programs.
d. Document and report all clinical interventions, medication errors, near misses, and adverse drug events.


4. Technology
a. Utilize area-specific technology, including, but not limited to, robotics, automation, software, equipment, and information systems.
b. Troubleshoot and mitigate short-term issues related to the area specific technology.


5. Education
a. Attend and participate in departmental and change of shift staff meetings, M&M rounds, staff development and continuing education activities.
b. Participate in departmental quality improvement committees, programs, and student/resident presentations.
c. Attend and participate in grand rounds and continuing education activities.
d. Maintain professional expertise through membership and participation in professional organizations and contributing to peer-reviewed literature.



Additional Job Details (if applicable)


Additional_Job_Description



Remote Type


Hybrid



Work Location


75 Francis Street



Scheduled Weekly Hours


20



Employee Type


Regular



Work Shift


Rotating (United States of America)



EEO Statement:


The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.



Mass General Brigham Competency Framework


At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.