Per Diem / PRN Pharmacist - $44 per hour
Company: Mass General Brigham
Location: Boston
Posted on: November 1, 2024
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Job Description:
Mass General Brigham is seeking a per diem / prn Pharmacist for
a per diem / prn job in Boston, Massachusetts.Job Description &
Requirements
GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: The OR Satellite Pharmacy at
Massachusetts General Hospital is a unique and exciting area of
pharmacy practice. Pharmacists in this area work closely with
fellow pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, anesthesiologists, and
surgeons to ensure patients undergoing various procedures are
receiving the care they need. The OR Pharmacist is an integral
member of the perioperative patient care team. The Per Diem
Pharmacists in this position will report directly to the OR
Pharmacy Manager and Director of Pharmacy Inpatient Operations.
This position is a mix of both day shift and evening shift coverage
for the per diem position. Per Diem Pharmacists will work with
other pharmacists to complete tasks such as order verification,
code response, conducting interventions with nurses and physicians,
and overseeing the work of technicians, including dispensing of
medications and pharmaceutical preparations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES: The perioperative pharmacist collaborates with
and serves as a resource for nurses, physicians and other
clinicians who participate in the management of the operating room
(O.R.) and post anesthesia care unit (PACU) patient as well as
other patients receiving care at areas covered by Department of
Anesthesia, Critical Care and Pain Medicine (DACCPM). They are
responsible for coordinating and delivering pharmacy services in
compliance with all applicable policies, regulatory agency
requirements and state and federal laws. Job-specific
Responsibilities: - Reviews, approves, and clarifies peri-operative
medication orders for appropriateness based on current clinical and
institutional guidelines as well as patient-specific criteria. -
Assesses all medication orders to ensure they meet established
standards and practice guidelines of MGH Department of pharmacy and
Operating Room services. Reports order discrepancies to appropriate
staff promptly. - Advises clinicians on drug selection based on
current clinical guidelines to optimize drug therapy. - Oversees
the safe handling and preparation of various medications, including
IVs. - Checks admixtures for accurate preparation, including the
additive(s), parent solution, and label. - Oversees technician
activities and performs quality control checks. - Adheres to safety
requirements in the handling and preparation of the medication and
hazardous agents according to current guidelines (USP 797, ASHP). -
Oversees the ordering, storage and handling of medications and
supplies. - Participates in education activities such as
in-services, CE presentations, and publications. - Answers drug
information questions. - Participates in the Safety Reporting
System. Identifies and reports therapy errors and adverse drug
reactions. - Monitors, documents, and reports medication recalls. -
Participates in the training, education and mentoring of other
pharmacists, pharmacy interns and technicians. - Ensures compliance
with controlled substance distribution and control system. -
Participate in area specific staff and department meetings as
necessary. - Participates in quality, safety, and other project
work outside of regular staffing duties. - May participate in
research activities with publication or presentation at local
and/or national meetings. - Assists in the development of policy
and procedures. - Verifies and manages patient's 'Own Meds' per
Department policy. - Understands and runs Omnicell reports and
takes appropriate action if a discrepancy is identified. -
Understands and interprets anesthesia flow charts and medication
documentation. - Processes pain clinic prescriptions. - Understands
basic functionality of Omnicell automated dispensing cabinets and
anesthesia work stations, and troubleshoots issues accordingly. -
Provides training to new anesthesia residents, CRNA's, RN, and
anesthesia techs. - Other duties as assigned by the Manager,
Perioperative Services and the Associate Chief of Pharmacy,
Inpatient Operations. WORKING CONDITIONS: Must be able to lift to
25 lbs. Must be able to stand or sit for extended periods of time
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy
Interns in the perioperative pharmacy space. FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY:
Enforces formulary system, and department and area specific
financial goals Assures cost-effective medication utilization
Minimized medication waste QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of ACPE
accredited college of pharmacy Licensed or eligible for licensure
to practice pharmacy in Massachusetts Completion of ASHP accredited
PGY1 residency preferred Experience (1-2 years) working in the
perioperative setting preferred SKILLS / ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES
REQUIRED: Fluency in English. Knowledge of Federal and State laws
and regulations Knowledge of contemporary pharmacy systems
Knowledge of USP 797, 795 and 800 Excellent comprehension of
written policies and procedures Ability to make appropriate
decisions, develop and complete follow-up actions. Recruiter:
Mieli, Albert Mass General Brigham Job ID #3310577. Posted job
title: Pharmacist, Perioperative Services - Per DiemAbout Mass
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