Clin Pharm III/Lead Pharmacist

Baystate Health System

Springfield, MA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$130,977–$150,550 Per Year
SKILLS
Allergies, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Business Administration, Cerner, Clinical Study Publications, Coaching, Communication Skills, Decision Support, Drug Interactions, Drug Therapy, Formulary, Healthcare Quality, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Medications, Mentoring, Needs Assessment, Patient Care, Performance Management, Pharmacovigilance, Pharmacy, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Program Planning, Quality Management, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Retail, Retail Operations, Risk Management, Stewardship, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Springfield, MA
POSTED
2 days ago

Summary:

In addition to the Clinical Pharmacist I and II responsibilities, the Care Team Lead Pharmacist is expected to be an innovative leader and a source of expertise for their defined practice area.

1) Under the supervision of the Pharmacy Leadership Team, the Clinical Pharmacist Care Team Lead will also be expected to serve as the content expert and liaison for pharmacy/patient care units and population-specific projects and tasks; serve as the care team representative and actively participate in Care Team meetings; assist in goal planning for the clinical program; assess and address educational needs of care team/staff members; establish standard tasks and expectations for the care team; be responsible for care team and departmental communication; and serve as a pharmacy preceptor for students/residents as appropriate/assigned.

2) Provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care to all patients: Effectively utilizes the electronic systems - Cerner and/or Rx30 to evaluate all orders for correct drug, strength, and dose specific to patient population, method of administration, allergies, dosing interval, drug interactions, duplication of therapy, stability/compatibility and formulary status. Maintains accurate documentation of all clinical interventions/clinical notes. Triages drug information requests appropriately. Demonstrates an acceptable safe rate of orders or prescriptions verified per hour and accurate clinical order verification as determined by the departmental standards. Performs all clinical duties assigned to pharmacist position which may include IV to PO dosing, Antimicrobial stewardship programs, etc. Supports and oversees distributive pharmacy services, which includes demonstrated competency with the various technology systems that support medication preparation and distribution.

3) Leadership: In the inpatient setting - Has oversight of practice area and provides supportive direction to the Pharmacy Staff as needed. In the retail setting, has oversight of retail pharmacy operations and provides direction to pharmacists and technicians as needed. Utilizing the principles of engagement, the leader serves as a liaison to the Pharmacy Leadership Team communicating issues, areas of need and suggestions for improvement. The Clinical Pharmacist III Lead serves as the primary resource for the training, orientation and education of employees, students and residents to their defined practice area. This position will mentor and coach staff as well and is expected to adhere to high personal standards of leadership. Oversees competency training and assessment for the staff in their defined area. The lead also participates in and leads practice area projects and tasks as required.

4) Communication and Engagement: Maintains compliance in utilizing the following modes of communication as deemed appropriate per the BH and BMC Pharmacy policies and procedures: email, web paging, shift to shift communication logs, and verbal hand off. Understanding the avenues for additional decision support are required. Active participation in working committees, performance improvement teams, etc. to assist in the evaluation, planning, training, and implementation of such initiatives to improve clinical quality, safety, and/or regulatory compliance).

The Manager of Record role in retail pharmacies will comply with all Board of Pharmacy regulations and ensure the compliance of staff and pharmacy operations. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Ensuring controlled substance counts are performed according to regulatory requirements and that diversion risk is minimized in the operation
  • Ensuring safe dispensing practices are maintained to minimize errors
  • Ensuring that pharmacist to technician staff ratios are maintained
  • Serves as a point of contact for Board of Pharmacy inspections and maintains accurate records of pharmacy operations

Required Work Experience:

1) PGY-1/2 Residency or at least 3 years applicable experience

Preferred Work Experience:

1) Demonstrated leadership experience strongly preferred

2) MBA, MHA , PLA or completion of a Pharmacy Residency Administration Module also considered

Skills and Competencies:

1) Possesses excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Education:

Bachelors Degree (Required)

Certifications:

Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist - Board of Pharmacy SpecialistBoard of Pharmacy SpecialistBoard of Pharmacy Specialist, Licensed Pharmacist - OtherOtherOther

Compensation

Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum

$130,977.00 - $150,550.00 - $178,048.00

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

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