Specialty Pharmacist - 2nd Shift (1:00PM to 9:30PM EST)

Shields Health Solutions•Springfield, MA

1d•$125,000 - $159,000•Onsite

About The Position

Provides integrated support to patients and physicians by delivering a hands-on, total quality patient care experience. This role ensures seamless coordination across specialty and retail pharmacy services, enabling smooth patient transitions and timely access to medications. The Specialty Pharmacist will manage both retail and specialty pharmacy operations, ensuring safe and effective medication dispensing, comprehensive patient counseling, and clinical oversight and support.

Requirements

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or BS in Pharmacy
Active Pharmacist license in the applicable state
1+ years in retail or specialty pharmacy
Strong knowledge of Pharmacology
Strong knowledge of FDA regulations
Strong knowledge of Clinical best practices
Ability to analyze information and exercise sound judgment
Ability to accurately administer and review medications
Ability to manage workflows and processes efficiently
Leadership and team management capabilities
High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Advanced computer proficiency
Organized, dependable, and high-integrity
Empathetic and patient-focused
Excellent listener and communicator
Energetic, highly motivated, and team-oriented
Maintains discretion when handling sensitive information

Nice To Haves

5+ years in a dispensing or specialty setting

Responsibilities

Prepare and dispense medications by reviewing and interpreting physician orders; detect therapeutic incompatibilities.
Perform Medication Therapy Management (MTM), including reviewing and monitoring medication regimens, advising clinicians on evidence-based therapies, and documenting interventions.
Provide patient counseling and clinical support.
Make referrals to other healthcare professionals when necessary.
Complete pharmacy operational requirements by organizing and directing technicians’ workflow, verifying preparation and labeling of pharmaceuticals, and verifying prescriptions.
Coordinate patient care, including identifying and resolving insurance-related issues and recognizing opportunities for financial assistance programs.
Manage, organize, and update relevant data using database systems.
Ensure compliance with State Board of Pharmacy regulations, DEA regulations, and Company policies and procedures.
Maintain controlled substance records.
Remove outdated or damaged medications from inventory.
Supervise support personnel work quality.
Maintain licensure and stay current on legislation.
Ensure adherence to 340B program compliance, specialty pharmacy accreditation standards, and medication safety protocols.
Identify trends, resolve problems, and recommend process improvements.
Actively participate in process improvement initiatives.
Apply insights to enhance productivity, quality, and customer service.
Support organizational excellence through innovation and change implementation.
Participate in ongoing professional development.
Train and mentor pharmacy staff, students, interns, externs, and residents, and healthcare professionals.
Maintain professional networks and stay current through publications and organizations.
Protect organizational value by maintaining strict confidentiality.
Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to support business needs.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Contribute positively to team culture and company success.