Ambulatory Oncology Infusion Pharmacist MGH

About the role

Responsible for the optimization of drug therapy by identification, resolution, and prevention of drug related problems and improving therapeutic outcomes. Also responsible for providing patient care according to the laws and regulations governing pharmacists and the practice of pharmacy by the appropriate state and federal agencies. May be responsible for prescribing medications under specific collaborative drug therapy management agreements (CDTM). Does this position require Patient Care? No

Responsibilities

• Directs and coordinates the activities and delivery of pharmacy services
• Supervises and verifies the accuracy of all work completed by support personnel during an assigned shift
• Operates within the limits of pharmacy policy and procedures
• Ensures compliance with target drug programs, formulary management, medication management initiatives, and adverse drug event monitoring programs
• Documents and reports clinical interventions, medication errors, adverse drug events
• Participates in department quality improvement efforts
• Follows all policies, procedures, laws, and regulations set forth by the Board of Pharmacy and all other applicable regulatory agencies

Qualifications

• Education: Doctor of Pharmacy required (experience cannot substitute for degree)
• Licenses & Credentials: Pharmacist [State License] required; Massachusetts Controlled Substances Registration (MCSR) preferred
• Experience: 2–3 years working as a pharmacist preferred

Skills

• Extensive knowledge and ability in all areas of the department including: IV Admixtures, Drug Information, Ambulatory, Manufacturing, and Drug Distribution
• Attention to detail
• Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span of the neonate, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient
• Possess ability to assess patient data relative to age specific needs
• Provide care as described in the department's policies/procedures
• Works relatively independently
• Participates in department quality improvement efforts
• Participates in the training of medical, nursing and allied health professionals
• Must complete 20 continuing education credits per year to maintain license
• Familiarity with pharmacy practice settings, legal requirements and limitations, prescription information and calculations, drug identification and generic equivalents, drug manufacturing, packaging and labeling information, and proper drug handling and storage practices

Physical Requirements

• Standing: Frequently (34–66%)
• Walking: Frequently (34–66%)
• Sitting: Occasionally (3–33%)
• Lifting: Frequently (34–66%), 35 lbs+ (with assisted device)
• Carrying: Frequently (34–66%), 20–35 lbs
• Pushing: Occasionally (3–33%)
• Pulling: Occasionally (3–33%)
• Climbing: Rarely (less than 2%)
• Balancing: Frequently (34–66%)
• Stooping: Occasionally (3–33%)
• Kneeling: Occasionally (3–33%)
• Crouching: Occasionally (3–33%)
• Crawling: Rarely (less than 2%)
• Reaching: Frequently (34–66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling): Frequently (34–66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering): Frequently (34–66%)
• Feeling: Constantly (67–100%)
• Foot Use: Rarely (less than 2%)
• Vision – Far: Constantly (67–100%)
• Vision – Near: Constantly (67–100%)
• Talking: Constantly (67–100%)
• Hearing: Constantly (67–100%)

Schedule

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Employee Type: Regular
• Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)
• Remote Type: Onsite
• Work Location: 52 Second Avenue

Pay

Pay Range: $127,000 – $169,079.04/Annual (Grade 7)

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided