Shields Health Solutions

Specialty Pharmacist

Shields Health Solutions • $125K — $159K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or BS in Pharmacy required; must be a licensed Pharmacist in the applicable state.
  • 1+ years of experience required; 5+ years preferred in retail/specialty settings.
  • Strong knowledge of pharmacology and FDA health regulations is essential.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage processes with excellent technical and clinical skills.
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, coupled with strong leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and dispense medications by analyzing physician orders and identifying any therapeutic incompatibilities.
  • Conduct medication therapy management, documenting interventions, and advising clinicians based on evidence-based practices.
  • Oversee pharmacy operations, directing technician workflow and managing prescription verification and insurance issues.
  • Ensure compliance with drug laws and regulations while maintaining accurate records for controlled substances.
  • Facilitate compliance with specialty pharmacy accreditation and medication safety protocols.
  • Make necessary referrals to other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.
  • Participate in developing pharmacy staff through education and training initiatives.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
  • Supportive work environment with an emphasis on patient care and innovation.
  • Involvement in process improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery.
  • Access to cutting-edge pharmacy technologies and database applications.
  • Encouragement for team collaboration and communication in a dynamic healthcare setting.
Full Job Description
Specialty Pharmacist

Shift: 8 hour shifts between 7:00am - 5:30pm M-F and a rotation Saturday of 7:00am - 3:30pm

Job Purpose:

Provides integrated support to patients and physicians by providing a 'hands-on" approach to total quality patient care through the coordination across specialty and retail services to ensure seamless patient transitions and timely access to medications. The pharmacist will be expected to manage both retail and specialty pharmacy operations, ensuring the safe and effective dispensing of medications, while also providing patient counseling and clinical support.

Job Duties:
  • Prepares and dispenses medications by reviewing and interpreting physician orders; detecting therapeutic incompatibilities;
  • Medication therapy management, including reviewing and monitoring of medication regimens, advising clinicians on evidence-based therapy as indicated, documenting interventions;
  • Completes pharmacy operational requirements by organizing and directing technicians' work flow; verifying their preparation and labeling of pharmaceuticals; verifying prescriptions; care coordination, identifying and resolving insurance related issues, recognizing situations where financial assistance can be applied;
  • Complies with state and federal drug laws as regulated by the state Board of Pharmacy, the Drug Enforcement Administration, and local policies and procedures; maintaining records for controlled substances; removing outdated and damaged drugs from the pharmacy inventory; supervising the work results of support personnel; maintaining current registration; studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; advising management on needed actions;
  • Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements, including 340B program compliance, specialty pharmacy accreditation, and medication safety protocols
  • Make referrals to other health professionals if necessary;
  • Develops own knowledge by participating in education programs; training pharmacy staff, students, interns, externs, residents, and health care professionals;
  • Manage, organize, and update relevant data using database applications;
  • Apply observations and recommendations to operational issues, increased productivity, quality, and customer-service standards;
  • Identify trends, resolves problems; recommend improvements; implements change;
  • Actively participates in process improvement initiatives;
  • Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential;
  • Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations;
  • Willing to do whatever is necessary for the betterment of the Company;
  • Other duties as assigned;

Experience/ Education:
  • Applicant must hold a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or BS in Pharmacy and be a licensed Pharmacist in the applicable state
  • Required 1+ years, Preferred 5+ years experience in a retail or specialty dispensing setting
  • Analyze information, administer medication accurately, exercise good judgment, possess strong verbal communication skills, have deep knowledge of pharmacology developments and FDA health regulations, able to manage processes, exhibit strong technical and clinical skills, excellent leader and manager of people, constant focus on legal compliance, highly productive, quality focused, maniacal attention to detail, highly computer proficient
  • Organized, high-integrity, attention to detail, dependable, quality focus, empathetic, good listener/communicator
  • Energetic, highly motivated, team player with strong personal and communication skills; discretion and confidentiality essential as position deals with highly sensitive and private data

This information is being provided to promote pay transparency and equal employment opportunities at Shields Health Solutions. An employee in this position can expect a salary rate between $125,000.00 and $159,000.00 plus bonus pursuant to the terms of any bonus plan if applicable. The actual salary will depend on experience, seniority, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law.

Solid computer skills are required, including proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) for communication, documentation, and data management, as well as, navigating the internet and web-based platforms. Data entry and computer skills will be evaluated through an assessment as part of the pre-employment process.

About Shields Health Solutions

Shields Health Solutions is a specialty pharmacy integrator and care provider that serves patients with complex chronic conditions in the United States. The company was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Lexington, Massachusetts. Shields Health Solutions partners with hospitals, health systems, and academic medical centers to provide integrated care to patients with chronic conditions, such as cancer, multiple sclerosis, and rheumatoid arthritis. The company offers a range of services, including specialty pharmacy, infusion therapy, and radiopharmacy. Shields Health Solutions is committed to improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs through innovative care models and technology.
Learn more about Shields Health Solutions
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$20 million
Founded
2012
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$500 million
NASDAQ

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