We are currently looking for a full time (40 hours, Evening) Clinical Pharmacist at Newton-Wellesley Hospital The ideal candidate will be responsible, trained, and competent for the interpretation, verification, order entry, compounding, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical supplies for adult, geriatric, and pediatric patients. The Clinical Pharmacist is also responsible for assuring the safe and effective use of medications, provision of drug information, and patient counseling. They will be responsible for assisting in the development and coordination of all the activities of pharmacy services.
The main responsibilities for this role focus on the following key areas:
Interprets and evaluates medication orders prior to entry/verification
Clinically assesses orders for dose, route, frequency, and appropriateness of medication therapy
Monitors orders for drug interactions, adverse reactions, incompatibilities, therapeutic duplication, allergies
Identifies, mitigates, prevents, and documents problems with medication orders or therapeutic regimens, including medication errors or adverse drug reactions
Verifies the accuracy of order entry and of medication products dispensed
Delivers optimal pharmaceutical care by participating in direct patient-care interdisciplinary rounds
Advises nurses, doctors, and patients on the proper and safe use of medications
Narcotic control and assists in record maintenance
Oversees pharmacy technician activities
Assists in developing and implementing departmental clinical and educational programs
Assists in inventory control and proper medication storage
Compounds extemporaneous medications
Prepares IV admixtures as needed. Inspects completed I.V. solutions for accuracy and compatibility
Complies with USP 797 and USP 795 when compounding or overseeing compounded medications
Prepares prescriptions in accordance with pharmacy laws and practice
Maintains proper licensure and educational requirements and provides documentation upon request
Qualifications
Qualifications - External
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy or Doctorate of Pharmacy Degree from an Accredited College/University of Pharmacy.
Massachusetts Board of Registration in Pharmacy Licensure is required.
1 - 4 years clinical pharmacy experience in acute care hospital preferred
Completion of ASHP accredited Pharmacy Residency preferred
Knowledge of medication management of adult, and older adult patients required
EEO Statement
Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity 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.
