Licensed Staff Pharmacist/PharmD (Hybrid) in Northborough, MA

This role is hybrid role onsite at our Northborough, MA office. Pharmacy hours are 8am-6pm, so hours are flexible within that time frame.

Position Summary:

Responsible for the quality assurance of the pharmacy services provided. Performs all the legally required responsibilities of a licensed pharmacist in the areas of patient management and quality of patient care. This position is a part of the interdisciplinary team that includes clinical pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, logistics, and various leaderships of the organization.

The information contained herein is intended to be an accurate reflection of the duties and responsibilities of the individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. AllCare Plus Pharmacy reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform quality assurance to dispense prescribed medications and other pharmaceuticals for patients

• Transfer of valid prescriptions to external pharmacies per program requirements

• Review of prescriptions issued by valid prescribing health care providers to ensure accuracy and clinical appropriateness of order (i.e. dose, strength, disease state, patient risks, etc.).

Review orders to ensure compliance with manufacturer guidelines and pharmacy policies and procedures.

• Escalate any concerns through proper chain of reporting. Direct pharmacy employees engaged in the data entry, packaging, and labeling pharmaceuticals

• Answer questions and provide information to patients, caregivers and providers on drug use, interactions, side effects, dosage and storage of pharmaceuticals • Oversee the pharmacy technicians and workflow; intervene and follow protocol when necessary to correct information • Participate in all aspects of pharmacy workflow to ensure timely preparation of orders

• Maintain established policies and procedures concerning quality assurance, security of controlled substances and disposal of quarantined and hazardous waste drugs

• Oversee and assist with pharmacy license renewals Manage and oversee inventory and ordering of drug stock

• Maintain drug storage requirements for product integrity. This includes monitoring of temperature systems and ensuring compliance with audits such as monthly inventory inspection and pharmacy cleanliness

• Ensure compliance with pharmacy laws and regulations to include all states of licensure and other Federal laws

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in pharmacy or a Doctorate in Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited College of Pharmacy

• Unrestricted license to practice as a pharmacist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three years of practicing pharmacy experience

• Experience in Specialty Pharmacy

• Experience in patient management • Strong communication skills

• Professional written and communication skills

Professional Competencies:

Business Skills and Knowledge

General Management

• Demonstrate analytic and problem-solving skills and understand the impact of individual decisions on other parts of the organization and the environment.

Organizational dynamics and governance

• An understanding of governance structures and the ability to foster trust and effectively support governance systems and achieve organizational goals.

Information management

• An understanding of how technology can be used to promote managerial and clinical efficiency and improve health care delivery. The ability to effectively manage information resources and plan for future needs.

Risk management

• Knowledge of liability and compliance regulation, the ability to employ strategies to mitigate risk, avoid malpractice, and plan for disasters.

Quality improvement

• Application of techniques that continually improve the quality of care provided, patient safety, organizational performance, and the financial health of the organization.

Knowledge of the Health Care Environment

Health Care Systems and Organizations

• Demonstrate an understanding of how the various components of the health care system is organized and financed, and how they interact to deliver medical and health care.

Health Care Personnel

• Understand the professional roles, responsibilities, and values of the range of health care professionals in order to foster effective relationships and promote an optimal care environment.

The Patient’s Perspective

• Understand the patient experience, demonstrate a commitment to patients’ rights and responsibilities, and ensure that the organization provides a safe environment for patients and their families.

Communication and Relationship Management

Relationship Management

• The ability to build and maintain relationships with internal as well as external stakeholders that are anchored in trust and where decision-making is shared.

Communication Skills

• Be able to utilize verbal, written, and presentation skills to communicate an organization’s mission, vision, values and priorities to diverse audiences.

Professionalism

Personal and Professional Accountability

• Practice and advocate ethical decision-making and actions, promote patients’ rights and responsibilities, effectively manage stress and personal resources, and act in accord with professional roles and norms.

Professional Development and Lifelong Learning

• Participate in proactive career planning and continually update professional knowledge.

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IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

The potential base pay range for this role is $100,000 - $125,000 annually. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections that accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments. Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.

To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.

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