Clinical Pharmacist

Baystate Health•Springfield, MA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Acute Care Clinical Pharmacist Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, and home to Baystate Rehabilitation, a comprehensive rehab program providing services throughout western Massachusetts is looking for a full-time Clinical Pharmacist to join our team in Springfield, MA. DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION: Leadership structure Awards for Unit Department, high performing unit, high engagement scores, etc. Teamwork, flexibility, peer support SCHEDULE: Full-time 40-hour position with full-time benefits Days & Evening variable assigned schedule to business needs LOCATION : BMC Campus, 759 Chestnut Street, Springfield, MA QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctorate of Pharmacy Board Pharmacy Certified Massachusetts Licensed Pharmacist Required Work Experience: 3 years of Clinical Pharmacy or 1 year Inpatient Pharmacy + PG Year 1 THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE! Excellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance Generous PTO – up to 30 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases Continuing education support and reimbursement First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages Farm Share Memberships 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service Free money coach advice from a certified professional Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health Pet, home, auto and personal insurance Life insurance Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but not limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more! Baystate Health, western Massachusetts’ only academic center and tertiary care provider has a long and proud tradition of continuous learning and improvement. We educate and train hundreds of healthcare workers every year and advance knowledge about new approaches to care. At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. We are committed to increasing diverse representation across our organization. Together our inspired and compassionate teams manage the whole health needs of all communities in need. Job Summary: The primary responsibilities of the clinical pharmacist include providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care to all patients within their scope of responsibility. Under the direction of the Pharmacy Manager, the clinical pharmacist will perform a variety of duties including; age appropriate clinical pharmacy services, evaluation of medication orders for appropriateness, monitoring and patient follow up; drug information consultations, and support of the pharmacy department operations. The clinical pharmacist will maintain competency, training, and ongoing education of pharmaceutical knowledge, integrated technology, and practice model changes. It is the expectation of the clinical pharmacist to complete and document the appropriate tasks required to maintain patient specific record keeping in an electronic database. Such documentation may include Clinical Interventions, Safety Reporting Events, etc. The clinical pharmacist is also expected to adhere to all departmental and organizational policies and procedures as well as adherence to all the applicable laws and regulations pertinent to the proper management of pharmacy practice. As defined by the Pharmacy Leadership Team, the clinical pharmacist will be expected to meet all departmental specific goals set forth on an annual basis. As an integrated member of the Pharmacy Team, the clinical pharmacist is expected to actively participate in working committees, participate and engage in educational activities and oversee Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experience (IPPE)/Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) students as appropriate. The incumbent will be expected to maintain competency in the core areas of the inpatient pharmacy setting (Clinical order verification/drug information, USP 797 compounding, etc.).

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctorate of Pharmacy
Board Pharmacy Certified
Massachusetts Licensed Pharmacist Required
Work Experience: 3 years of Clinical Pharmacy or 1 year Inpatient Pharmacy + PG Year 1
Possesses excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Understands the principles of staff engagement.
Proficient in computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Ability to work independently as well as in a team-based setting.

Responsibilities

Provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care to all patients which includes the evaluation of medication orders
Distributive Pharmacy Services
Provides drug information services to medical, nursing and ancillary staff
Leadership/Technician Oversight
Competency and Training
Regulatory Compliance
Communication and Engagement
Participates in department programs and projects. Works with department leadership to provide input to continually improve department operations.
Adheres to company policies and procedures and federal and state rules and regulations to allow for effective and efficient patient care

Benefits

Excellent Compensation
High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance
Generous PTO – up to 30 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases
Continuing education support and reimbursement
First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages
Farm Share Memberships
403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service
Free money coach advice from a certified professional
Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health
Pet, home, auto and personal insurance
Life insurance
Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!