Job Description

Join a dynamic healthcare setting in Pittsfield, MA, as a locum tenens Pharmacist. This role emphasizes patient-centered care in a multidisciplinary environment, working closely with pharmacists, nurses, and physicians. You will be responsible for assessing patient therapy, conducting clinical research, and ensuring appropriate medication management. The schedule requires flexibility with no call duties, and a holiday rotation is expected.

Key Details

• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Setting: Hospital
• Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: Rotating
• Patient Population: Adult
• Location: Pittsfield, MA
• Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates

Benefits

• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Supportive credentialing assistance
• Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
• Flexible scheduling

Job Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
• Assess the appropriateness of patient therapy, incorporating age-specific modifications.
• Participate in and oversee maintaining adequate medication inventory.
• Develop and update departmental and nursing policies.
• Conduct clinical research and participate in professional development programs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of extensive acute care clinical experience required.
• Doctorate of Pharmacy (Pharm D) required.
• Completion of ASHP-accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency in Oncology strongly preferred.
• Board Certification Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP) Certification strongly preferred.
• Must work independently without direct supervision within established policies.
• Capable of supervising the work of support personnel.
• Specialty Pharmacy medication management and retail experience required.
• Active Massachusetts Pharmacy license in good standing.
• Active American Heart Association BLS certification required.

Working Hours

• Rotating shifts
• Holiday rotation required
• No on-call duties

Skills

• Proficiency with pharmacy and hospital computer systems, Alaris Smart Pump, and pharmacy automated medication dispensing systems.
• Experience with vertical and horizontal laminar air flow hoods and ancillary IV room equipment.
• Familiarity with infusion pumps, Dose Edge, Simplify797, and related ancillary equipment.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work effectively with the multidisciplinary team.

Please ensure all scheduling requests and travel commitments are submitted with your application profile.