Transitions of Care Pharmacist BWH at Partner's Healthcare in Boston, Massachusetts

Per-Diem Pharmacist

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary This pharmacist specializes in optimizing medication therapy during transitions between care settings in hospital environments. Their responsibilities include formulating gold standard, best possible medication histories, performing medication reconciliation at admission and discharge, identifying and resolving discrepancies, coordinating with inpatient and outpatient providers, and providing patient-centered education to ensure safe continuity of care. Additional responsibilities include facilitating access to medications, identifying and addressing adherence barriers, and reducing readmissions through targeted interventions. Professional development opportunities include participation in research and the training and education of multidisciplinary team members and pharmacy learners.

Qualifications Education Doctor of Pharmacy Pharmacy required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Pharmacist [State License] - Generic - HR Only Experience Experience working as a pharmacist 2-3 years preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Attention to detail. Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span of the neonate, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient Possess ability to assess patient data relative to age specific needs Provide care as described in the department's policies/procedures. Works relatively independently. Participates in department quality improvement efforts. Participates in the training of medical, nursing and allied health professionals. Must complete 20 continuing education credits per year to maintain license. Familiarity with pharmacy practice settings, legal requirements and limitations, prescription information and calculations, drug identification and generic equivalents, drug manufacturing, packaging and labeling information, and proper drug handling and storage practices.

Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooped Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%)