Job Description
Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We’re an innovative healthcare leader, delivering an effective system of connected care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our team of physicians, primary care providers and clinicians work with hospitals, community specialists and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Summary This position is looking for a Pharmacist to join the Atrius team at our Somerville, MA site with an open full-time schedule that works best for you. This location includes a generous benefits package and endless opportunities for growth to make the career you want. Under general supervision of the Chief Pharmacist (or pharmacy supervisor) and in accordance with Atrius Health policies and procedures, federal and state laws and regulations, and pharmacy professional standards, prepares, compounds and dispenses medications and other pharmaceutical items to patients. Responsible for all aspects of site pharmacy operations including workflow, prescription processing, inventory management, financial profitability, payroll management, and security. Maintains quality control and documents safety reports needed to support effective and safe operations. Collaborates with pharmacy personnel, physicians, and other clinical department staff to deliver safe and optimal drug therapy. Works rotating shifts to meet patient and business needs.
EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS - Graduate of accredited school of Pharmacy; Pharm D or Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy required.
- Must currently be a Registered Pharmacist in the state of Massachusetts with an active pharmacist license without restrictions from the MA Board of Pharmacy.
- Must complete 20 Continuing Education (CE) credits per calendar year as required by Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy and in accordance with Pharmacy Staff License Monitoring and Maintenance of Credentials Policy.
- Must not be listed on the Exclusion Database List of Excluded Individuals and Entities (LEIE) maintained by the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG).
- Immunization certified required.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty.
Experience - Three years’ experience in high volume retail pharmacy preferred.
- Must be team oriented and demonstrate excellent customer service skills, effective verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and strong interpersonal skills when interacting with patients and colleagues.
All Pharmacy Department applicants, (excluding Clinical Pharmacy) who are offered a job with Atrius Health will be tested for drugs as part of the post job offer employment screening process. Any applicant who tests positive for illegal drug use will not be hired. While Atrius Health cannot force a candidate to take a drug test, refusing to take the test may result in a rescinded offer of employment.
Benefits Include - Up to 8% company retirement contribution
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 10 paid holidays
- Paid professional development
- Generous health and welfare benefit package
Atrius Health is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. All patients, employees, applicants, and other constituents of Atrius Health will be treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital/domestic partner status, parental status, sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression, or other dimensions of diversity. Organization Pharmacy
Primary Location Somerville MA
Schedule Operating Hours: Mon-Fri 8a-8p, Sat/Sun 9-5p
Job Pharmacy
Job Level Individual Contributor
Job Type Regular Full Time - 40 Hrs (Full Time Benefit Eligible)
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Rotating shift,