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What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health

Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes.

Clinical pharmacist in a 250 plus bed teaching hospital in Boston, MA servicing a variety of patient populations. This pharmacist will work closely with medical staff to ensure safe, effect, and appropriate drug therapy. Along with supporting daily operational responsibilities that include, but are not limited to order verification, inventory management, and medication dispensing.

Schedule: 32 hours - 4x8 hours shifts Monday - Friday starting at 7:30, 8 or 1:30pm

Rotating Weekends 8a -4:30p

On call hours may be required

Responsibilities

• Reviews, processes and monitors patient medication orders to evaluate the appropriateness of use, dosage form, route of administration, regiment compliance, therapeutic duplication, drug interactions, adverse reactions and age appropriateness.

• Participate in multi-disciplinary rounds for a variety of patient populations

• Checks technician prepared or prepares for dispensing all medications for patient specific use

• Assists with drug procurement and inventory maintenance

• Assists with precepting experiential education students from Schools of Pharmacy

• Reviews non-formulary requests and prepares formulary reviews as needed for Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee

• Participates in performance improvement activities using evidence bases practice. Implements clinical initiatives (therapeutic interchange, renal dosing, ADR reporting) with regard to efficacy, safety, and cost effectiveness,

• Participates in Drug Utilization Evaluation program, Quality Improvement projects and prepares summary reports.

• Provide subject matter expertise to medical residents and medical staff

• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested by the Director of Pharmacy

• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in pharmacy required PharmD preferred

• 2-4 years related pharmacy experience

• Ability to become licensed pharmacist in state (s) of pharmacy operation

• Must be a licensed Pharmacist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

• Hospital Experience Preferred

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies working knowledge in the application of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks

• Works on projects of moderate scope and complexity

• Identifies possible solutions to a variety of technical problems and takes actions to resolve

• Applies judgment within defined parameters

• Receives general guidance may receive more detailed instruction on new projects

• Work reviewed for sound reasoning and accuracy

A Covid-19 vaccination or a legitimate accommodation is required in order to be employed in this position. Covid-19 vaccination includes:

• 2 doses of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine

• 1 dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine

Anticipated hourly range: $54.60 per hour - $77.89 per hour

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage

• Paid time off plan

• Health savings account (HSA)

• 401k savings plan

• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay

• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Work-Life resources

• Paid parental leave

• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 06/28/2024 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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