Clinical Pharmacy Specialist
 Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary - MEI | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Boston | |
| 243-245 Charles Street (Show on map) | |
 Mar 14, 2025 | |
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Responsible for the optimization of drug therapy by identification, resolution, and prevention of drug related problems and improving therapeutic outcomes. Provides patient care according to the laws and regulations governing pharmacists and the practice of pharmacy by the appropriate state and federal agencies. May be responsible for prescribing medications under specific collaborative drug therapy management agreements (CDTM).
Works independently, and within the limits of established pharmacy/ambulatory care practice site's policies and procedures, as a member of the patient care team. May supervises support personnel during an assigned shift, operating within the limits of pharmacy policy and procedures, and the regulations of the Board of Registration Pharmacy. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions: 1. Leadership - 20% a. Provide direction and guidance to the pharmacist and ancillary support, including technician staff, in following policy and procedure, taking accountability and ownership of job responsibilities, and promoting professional behavior and attitudes. Give feedback to the pharmacy managers/practice managers/medical directors for performance appraisal of other Pharmacy employees. Participates in resolving personnel management issues when requested by the management staff. 2. Direct and Indirect Patient Care Services - 50% a. Attend and participate in departmental staff meetings, M&M rounds, staff development, journal club review, in-services, and case studies for afternoon pharmacist meetings and continuing education activities. b. Member of departmental quality improvement committees, programs, and student/resident presentations. c. Conduct continuing education programs and conferences to keep up with current developments in the profession. d. Maintain pharmaceutical care expertise through membership and participation in professional organizations, continuing education, and contributing to peer-reviewed literature. 3. Quality and Safety - 10% a. Maintain expertise in the departmental policies and procedures. b. Follow all policies, procedures, laws, and regulations set forth by the Board of Pharmacy and all other applicable regulatory agencies. c. Ensure compliance with target drug programs, formulary management, medication management initiatives, and adverse drug event monitoring programs. 4. Education, Training, and Professional Development - 10% a. Attend and participate in departmental and change of shift staff meetings, M&M rounds, staff development, and continuing education activities. b. Participate in departmental quality improvement committees, programs, and student/resident presentations. 5. Use of Technology and Automation - 10% a. Utilize area-specific technology, including, but not limited to, robotics, automation, software, equipment, and information systems. b. Troubleshoot and mitigate short-term issues related to the area-specific technology. Education
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Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. | |