Infusion Pharmacist ll

In this role, you will: Oversee pharmaceutical preparation and compounding, verify medication orders, and dispense medications in accordance with the laws and regulations governing pharmacists and pharmacy practice. You will also help optimize drug therapy by identifying, resolving, and preventing drug-related problems and adverse drug events. This Monday-through-Friday position offers the unique opportunity to work alongside providers in provider workrooms, serving as the pharmacist in exam and supporting patient care directly. This position will float between our Weymouth and Brighton, MA locations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Practices in accordance with all federal and state regulations, company policies and Joint Commission standards. Responsible for designated daily operations and/or clinical activities of assigned area. Appropriately dispenses pharmaceuticals, including sterile products, chemotherapy, biologics, controlled substances, and investigational medications. Evaluates all providers’ medication orders for completeness and appropriateness prior to dispensing; consults with providers and nurses to clarify orders as needed. Performs quality control on medication orders and prepared medications and additional quality control activities as necessary (e.g., refrigerator temperature, compounding logs, hood cleaning, emergency cart, and controlled substance inventory, etc.).Reviews and compares investigational protocols to medication orders for completeness and appropriateness prior to dispensing. Oversees pharmacy technicians and students as assigned. Participates in the training and orientation of newly hired pharmacists and technicians. Other duties and projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Ability to work effectively as a member of a unit team and cross functional teams both inside and outside of department (i.e. patients, providers, other institutions).Working knowledge of and ability to use all technology required to perform primary job functions. Ability to prioritize and accept additional responsibilities based on the changing needs of the work setting. Ability to utilize references and/or drug information sources. Ability to resolve typically encountered problems within their scope of practice and to escrow appropriately when needed. Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills (ability to analyze information objectively and make a reasoned judgement).Minimum Job Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited college of Pharmacy. 3 years of hospital pharmacy, ambulatory care, sterile compounding experience or 5 years retail pharmacy experience with 2 years oncology experience required. Or completion of a PGY1 residency. License/Certification/Registration Required: Must be licensed to practice pharmacy in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Some satellite locations require additional licensure.

NoneYesSpecial Working Conditions: Routine, direct exposure to chemotherapeutic agents, biologic agents, investigational agents, gene therapy, potentially dangerous and flammable chemicals. Potential for sticks or cuts by needles and other sharp items. Potential for exposure to infectious patients and/or materials. Rotating shifts required (not open weekends/evenings).