Per Diem Clinical Pharmacist

4 weeks ago

Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Mass General Brigham Full time
Job Summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a per diem / prn Clinic Pharmacist Level I for a per diem / prn job in Boston, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Pharmacist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Duration: Ongoing
Up to: 8.00 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours
Employment Type: Per Diem

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Director of Pharmacy or designee: Performs all duties necessary to provide for the effective daily operation of the Pharmacy Department. Adheres to state and federal laws and regulations which govern the practice of pharmacy. Responsible for verification, preparation, compounding, and dispensing of medications for patients. Adheres to established institutional and departmental policies and procedures. Supervises the activities of pharmacy technicians, pharmacy interns/co-ops, and volunteers in assigned work areas. Optimizes drug therapy for patients through identification and resolution of drug related problems.

Essential Functions
  • Interprets and evaluates all physician's medication orders for clinical appropriateness, cost effectiveness, and scheduling. Clarifies orders as necessary and rectifies drug related problems with ordering providers.
  • Performs accurate and timely computerized order verification of physician orders.
  • Accurately compounds, labels, and dispenses medications for both inpatients and outpatients.
  • Properly maintains all legally required records, including those related to compounding, controlled substances, and outpatient prescription dispensing.
  • Accurately compounds both sterile and non-sterile compounded preparations, utilizes appropriate techniques and completes all required documentation.
  • Participates in quality assurance activities, including controlled substance auditing and ADS override reports.
  • Accurately handles and oversees distribution of controlled substances, including receipt, ADS refills, returns, weekly and biennial inventories, and quality assurance audits. Strictly adheres to established policies and procedures pertaining to controlled substances.
  • Dispenses outpatient pharmacy prescriptions, provides appropriate patient counseling, and participates in the Massachusetts Prescription Awareness Tool.
  • Provides direction and guidance to pharmacy technician, student, intern, and volunteer staff in following policy and procedure, taking accountability and ownership of job responsibilities, and promoting professional behavior and attitudes.
  • Directly supervises pharmacy technicians, interns, and volunteers in proper packaging, labeling and distribution of sterile and non-sterile medications.
  • Controls the disposition of all medication including controlled substance, investigational, and hazardous medications as required by state and federal regulations and departmental policies and procedures.
  • Assists in training and orientation of new employees and students.
  • Provides support for research studies, including dispensing investigational drug product to study coordinators. Maintains knowledge of commonly encountered investigational protocols.
  • Oversees institution-wide drug distribution.
  • Responds to and participates in both adult and pediatric STAT call and Code Blue situations.
  • Provides assistance to technical staff when necessary.
  • Effectively troubleshoots system problems (including systems downtime) and implements short-term solutions as required based on professional judgment.
  • Adheres to all safety procedures established by the hospital and the department.
  • Adheres to all departmental and institutional policies and procedures
  • Provides outstanding customer service to patients and employees.
Clinical Performance
  • Responds to drug information and poison information requests and completes appropriate documentation as required.
  • Documents all clinical interventions in the electronic health record.
  • Maintains updated knowledge of sterile and non-sterile compounding as detailed in relevant USP Chapters and state and federal regulations.
  • Maintains detailed and updated knowledge including therapeutic treatment options of commonly encountered ophthalmic and ENT related diseases states
  • Interacts directly with patients to assess medical and medication history.
  • Provides clinically appropriate patient counseling.
  • Effectively communicates with medical and nursing staff when addressing patient care needs.
Education
  • Attends and participates in departmental staff meetings, weekly huddles, management rounds, development and continuing education activities.
  • Participates in quality improvement committees, programs, and student presentations.
  • Completes a minimum of 20 CE credits annually. Including a minimum of 5 hours related to sterile compounding and 2 hours related to pharmacy law.
  • Maintain professional expertise through membership and participation in professional organizations.
Regulatory Compliance
  • Complies with all State and Federal rules, regulations and laws which govern the practice of pharmacy.
  • Charges and credits all medications appropriately, as per departmental and institutional policies.
  • Completes annual MEE regulatory compliance training
  • Awareness and application of Joint Commission Medication Management standards
Call Responsibilities
  • Required to take weekly call on a rotating basis with other Clinical Pharmacists.
  • Call duty will be assigned during times when the Main Campus Pharmacy is closed. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
    • Answering advanced clinical questions that cannot be answered by contracted order entry pharmacists
    • Report to the hospital to compound sterile preparations that may be ordered by authorized providers during off-hours
    • Triage temperature excursions that may occur for refrigeration or freezer units that contain medications
    • Coordinate the borrowing of urgently needed, non-formulary medication
Education and Experience
  • Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) plus 2 years of hospital experience or post-graduate residency (preferred) or Bachelor of Science (Pharmacy) plus 5 years of hospital experience
  • Current Massachusetts Pharmacy Registration
Working Conditions
  • Works within the Pharmacy Department primarily but will routinely visit patient care and surgical areas
  • May be exposed to infectious diseases, carcinogenic, mutagenic and sensitizing medications and chemicals
  • Works under constant time constraints and deadlines.
Physical Requirements
  • Standing or walking 70% of the time. Lifting and carrying heavy supplies about 5% of job duties.
  • May be required to lift approximately 35 lbs

  • Per Diem Pharmacist

    1 month ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Job SummaryMass General Brigham is seeking a per diem / prn Clinic Pharmacist to assist in providing patients with optimum pharmaceutical care.Under the general direction of the Pharmacy Specialists for Operations and Clinical Services, the pharmacist will review medication orders, conduct interventions with nurses and physicians, and oversee the work of...

  • Per Diem Clinical Pharmacist

    4 weeks ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Per Diem Clinical Pharmacist to join our team at Mass General Brigham. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pharmacy practice and excellent communication skills.Key Responsibilities:Review medication orders and conduct interventions with nurses and physiciansOversee and check the work of...

  • Advanced Lead Clinical Pharmacist

    1 month ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Pulse Healthcare Full time

    About the RolePulse Healthcare is seeking an experienced Advanced Lead Clinical Pharmacist to provide clinical leadership and support for our diagnostic and healthcare solutions. This role is based in Boston, with easy access via public transport.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide specialist clinical pharmacist support to designated specialties and other wards and...

  • Per Diem Registered Nurse

    4 weeks ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Boston Senior Home Care , Inc Full time

    Job Title: Per Diem Registered Nurse - Clinical Care SpecialistJob Summary:We are seeking a Per Diem Registered Nurse to join our team as a Clinical Care Specialist. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting home visits, assessing clients' needs, and developing comprehensive care plans.Key Responsibilities:Conduct home visits to assess clients'...

  • Clinical Research Specialist Per Diem

    4 weeks ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Children's Hospital Boston Full time

    Job Summary:Children's Hospital Boston is seeking a highly skilled Clinical Research Specialist Per Diem to conduct neurodevelopmental assessments for research studies focused on children aged 1-5 years. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developmental assessments and excellent analytical and communication skills.Key...

  • Per Diem Pharmacy Technician

    1 month ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Job SummaryMass General Brigham is seeking a per diem / prn Pharmacy Technician to support our pharmacy team in Boston, Massachusetts.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist pharmacists with technical and clerical tasks, ensuring accurate preparation and distribution of pharmaceutical products.Coordinate daily workload to meet departmental needs, prepack non-unit-dose...

  • Pharmacist Analyst

    4 weeks ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Boston Children's Hospital Full time

    Job Title: Pharmacist Analyst - Clinical Informatics SpecialistAbout the Role:The Pharmacist Analyst - Clinical Informatics Specialist will play a key role in supporting the clinical operations team at Boston Children's Hospital. This individual will be responsible for analyzing and implementing solutions to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of...

  • Per Diem Nurse

    4 weeks ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Per Diem Nurse OpportunityMass General Brigham is seeking a per diem nurse to join their team in Boston, Massachusetts.This is a unique opportunity to work in a world-class institution with a dedicated multidisciplinary team.The per diem nurse will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care and working collaboratively with other healthcare...

  • Per Diem Nurse

    4 weeks ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Job SummaryMass General Brigham is seeking a per diem / prn nurse RN Home Health Virtual Care for a per diem / prn nursing job in Boston, Massachusetts.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide high-quality, patient-centered nursing care to acute care patients in their defined living space.Implement nursing process, assessment, planning, intervention, and critical...

  • Per Diem Pharmacy Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Job SummaryMass General Brigham is seeking a per diem / prn Pharmacy Technician to assist the Pharmacist by performing technical and clerical tasks necessary for the accurate preparation and distribution of pharmaceutical products to patient care areas of the hospital.ResponsibilitiesCoordinates daily workload to coincide with department needs.Prepacks...

  • Clinical Pharmacist II

    1 month ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Pharmacist II to join our team as a Sterile Compounding Specialist. This role will be responsible for supervising the compounding activities of Clinical Pharmacists and Certified Pharmacy Technicians/Interns, ensuring compliance with established policy and procedures as well as state and outside regulatory...

  • Per Diem Nurse Educator

    4 weeks ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Job Title: Per Diem Nurse EducatorMass General Brigham is seeking a Per Diem Nurse Educator to join our team.About the RoleThe Per Diem Nurse Educator will be responsible for implementing and supporting programs for staff development, education, quality, and evidence-based practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong presence on the clinical units to...

  • Per Diem Psychiatric Nurse

    1 month ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Job Description & RequirementsMass General Brigham is seeking a per diem / prn nurse RN Clinic Psychiatric for a per diem / prn nursing job in Boston, Massachusetts.Specialty: PsychiatricDiscipline: RNDuration: OngoingUp to 8.00 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, eveningsEmployment Type: Per DiemAs a per diem psychiatric nurse, you will deliver direct clinical...

  • Per Diem Nurse

    4 weeks ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Job SummaryMass General Brigham is seeking a per diem / prn nurse RN Med Surg for a per diem / prn nursing job in Boston, Massachusetts.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Medicine and SurgeryDiscipline: Registered NurseDuration: OngoingUp to 8.00 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, nightsEmployment Type: Per DiemAt Mass General Brigham, we believe in...

  • Per Diem Cardiovascular Technologist

    4 weeks ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Job Description & RequirementsMass General Brigham is seeking a per diem / prn Cardiovascular Technologist to support the Cardiac Imaging Core Lab (CICL) in Boston, Massachusetts.Specialty: Cardiovascular TechnologistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalDuration: OngoingUp to 8.00 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, daysEmployment Type: Per DiemThe CICL provides...

  • Per Diem Ultrasound Technologist

    4 weeks ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Ultrasound Technologist Per Diem PositionMass General Brigham is seeking a per diem / prn Ultrasound Technologist for a per diem / prn job in Boston, Massachusetts.This position involves direct patient care while managing room workflow under the supervision of the Ultrasound Supervisor. The qualified individual will have certification in a minimum of 2...

  • Per Diem Social Work Professional

    4 weeks ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Job SummaryMass General Brigham is seeking a skilled Social Work Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker for a per diem / prn job in Boston, Massachusetts.This role involves providing social services for patients and families in assigned service areas, including direct care, collaboration with healthcare providers, and education on psychosocial...

  • Per Diem Nurse Educator

    1 month ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Job SummaryMass General Brigham is seeking a per diem / prn nurse RN Educator for a per diem / prn nursing job in Boston, Massachusetts.The Nursing Professional Development Staff Educator is accountable for implementing and supporting programs for staff development, education, quality, and evidence-based practice. The Nurse Educator must have strong presence...

  • Per Diem Nutrition Technician

    1 month ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Children's Hospital Boston Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a Per Diem Nutrition Technician to join our team at Children's Hospital Boston. As a Nutrition Technician, you will play a vital role in providing optimal nutritional care to patients, including formula preparation and food-related tasks.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist the Clinical Dietitian in providing nutritional care to patients,...

  • Per Diem Social Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Étreux, Hauts-de-France, United States Mass General Brigham Full time

    Job SummaryMass General Brigham is seeking a skilled Social Worker to join our team on a per diem basis. As a Clinical Social Worker, you will be responsible for providing bio-psychosocial assessments and interventions for patients and their families. Your expertise will help identify high-risk psychosocial factors impacting patient health and facilitate...