Proficient in computer applications like word processing and pharmacy systems.
Bilingual skills are a plus.
Responsibilities
Evaluate and verify prescriptions for accuracy and safety.
Check completed prescriptions for correct patient and medication details.
Counsel patients and healthcare providers on medication use.
Provide timely drug information to clinicians when requested.
Participate in departmental goal-setting and policy implementation.
Foster an inclusive work environment sensitive to diverse staff and clients.
Solve problems effectively using analytical thinking.
Benefits
Medical insurance starts the first day of employment, with 80% of premiums covered by the health center.
Generous time off policies.
Comprehensive dental and vision insurance.
403b retirement plan with employer match.
Flexible Spending Accounts available.
Employee Assistance Program for staff support.
Full Job Description
Salary Range: $53.00-63.00/Hourly Final Salary will be based on Experience, Licensure, etc.
We are currently hiring a Pharmacist based in Framingham.The primary professional responsibility of a Pharmacist is to provide pharmaceutical care including the identification, assessment and resolution of medication related problems. Inherent in that responsibility is assisting in promoting safe, efficacious, and cost-effective medication therapy. The pharmacist plans, organizes, and directs efforts to assist in meeting the patient's pharmaceutical needs. Organizational relationships include being directly responsible to the Director of Pharmacy and responsible for the supervision of pharmacy technicians and pharmacy clerks.
Essential Functions:
Evaluate written prescriptions for correctness: dosing, drug-drug interactions, drug-disease state interactions, and possible allergy interactions.
Check completed prescriptions for accuracy: correct patient, correct directions, correct medication, and ascertain that any necessary patient information, including medication guides, are included with the prescription.
Counsel patients and medical providers on the use of medications.
Provide drug information to clinicians, in a timely manner, when requested.
Participate in implementing goals and objectives, and policy and procedures of the department and the Health Center.
Supports a work environment that is responsible and sensitive to the needs of a diverse staff and clients
Contributes and is an active part of a positive and professional team, supporting our Mission Statement
The ability to solve problems using analytical thinking
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Works a fluctuating work schedule including days, evenings, weekend shifts, and holiday shifts
Education and Experience:
Graduate of an ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy at a college or university
Licensure by the State Board of Pharmacy by examination or reciprocity
Experience using computer applications including word processing, a spreadsheet software and pharmacy information system
2-5 year professional work experience as a licensed Pharmacist
Bilingual a plus
Benefits:
Competitive salary based on related experience
Medical insurance starts on first day of employment.
Health center pays 80% of medical insurance premiums.
Includes coverage for all employees and most family types.
