Pharmacist - Per Diem - Somerville
Company: Atrius Health
Location: Somerville
Posted on: July 29, 2022
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Job Description:
Atrius Health is a nonprofit healthcare leader delivering a
system of connected care that enables us to know our patients
better so that we can serve them well. Across 32 clinical
locations, more than 50 specialties and 825 physicians, we provide
proactive, customized care to more than 720,000 adult and pediatric
patients across eastern Massachusetts. The Atrius Health practices
including Dedham Medical Associates, Granite Medical Group, Harvard
Vanguard Medical Associates and PMG Physician Associates - together
with VNA Care - work in collaboration with hospital partners,
community specialists and skilled nursing facilities, to develop
innovative and effective ways of delivering care in the most
appropriate setting, making it easier for patients to be healthy.
We believe that by establishing a solid foundation of knowledge,
understanding and trust with each of our patients, we enrich their
health and enhance their lives. SUMMARY Under general supervision
of the Chief Pharmacist (or pharmacy supervisor) and in accordance
with Atrius Health policies and procedures, federal and state laws
and regulations, and pharmacy professional standards, prepares,
compounds and dispenses medications and other pharmaceutical items
to patients. Responsible for all aspects of site pharmacy
operations including workflow, prescription processing, inventory
management, financial profitability, payroll management, and
security with emphasis on ensuring Service Excellence for patients.
Oversees and develops the daily activities of support personnel,
maintains highest day to day pharmacy operations standards, and
continuously monitors to ensure best practice behaviors within the
Atrius Health environment. Performs essential responsibilities of
the supervisor in their absence. Reports unusual problems and
issues that require assistance to supervisor for advice and
counsel. Works with supervisor to improve site pharmacy processes
and business metrics that enhance patient care, integrate
technology and initiatives, and align operations. Works with a
great sense of urgency, provides exemplary patient service,
maximizes positive patient outcomes, promotes one team culture, and
demonstrates professionalism in all their interactions. Maintains
quality control and documents safety reports needed to support
effective and safe operations. Collaborates with pharmacy
personnel, physicians, and other clinical department staff to
deliver safe and optimal drug therapy. Works rotating shifts to
meet patient and business needs. EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Graduate of accredited school of Pharmacy; Pharm D or Bachelor of
Science Degree in Pharmacy required. Must currently be a Registered
Pharmacist in the state of Massachusetts with an active pharmacist
license without restrictions from the MA Board of Pharmacy. Must
complete 20 Continuing Education (CE) credits per calendar year as
required by Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy and in accordance with
Pharmacy Staff License Monitoring and Maintenance of Credentials
Policy. Must not be listed on the Exclusion Database List of
Excluded Individuals and Entities (LEIE) maintained by the
Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General
(OIG). Immunization certified required. American Heart Association
Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support
(ACLS) may be required based on specialty. EXPERIENCE Three years'
experience in high volume retail pharmacy preferred. SKILLS Must
possess working knowledge of pharmacy operations and cash handling
experience. Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational
skills are required. Must be team oriented and demonstrate
excellent customer service skills, effective verbal and written
communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and strong
interpersonal skills when interacting with patients and colleagues.
Strong computer skills are required. Proficient with Microsoft
Office including Word, Excel and Outlook. All Pharmacy Department
applicants, (excluding Clinical Pharmacy) who are offered a job
with Atrius Health will be tested for drugs as part of the post job
offer employment screening process. Any applicant who tests
positive for illegal drug use will not be hired. While Atrius
Health cannot force a candidate to take a drug test, refusing to
take the test may result in a rescinded offer of employment. Atrius
Health is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal
employment opportunity. All patients, employees, applicants, and
other constituents of Atrius Health will be treated with respect
and dignity regardless of race, national origin, gender, age,
religion, disability, veteran status, marital/domestic partner
status, parental status, sexual orientation and gender identity
and/or expression, or other dimensions of diversity. Benefits
Include: Up to 8% company retirement contribution, Generous Paid
Time Off 10 paid holidays, Paid professional development, Generous
health and welfare benefit package. Atrius Health is an equal
opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate
in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting or any other employment
practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, marital
status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
military service or application for military service, veteran or
disability status.Applicants have rights under Federal Employment
Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA);Equal Employment
Opportunity (EEO); and Employee Polygraph Protection Act
(EPPA).VEVRAA Federal ContractorRequest Priority Protected Veteran
& Disabled Referrals for all of our locations within the
statePDN-95697b4e-8801-450d-ab0b-43f37dbb7325
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