Atrius Health, an innovative healthcare leader, delivers an effective system of connected care for more than 690,000 adult and pediatric patients at 30 medical practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Atrius Health’s 645 physicians and primary care providers, along with 420 additional clinicians, work in close collaboration with hospital partners, community specialists and skilled nursing facilities. Our vision is to transform care to improve lives. Atrius Health provides high-quality, patient-centered, coordinated, cost effective care to every patient we serve. By establishing a solid foundation of shared decision making, understanding and trust with each of its patients, Atrius Health enhances their health and enriches their lives. Atrius Health is part of Optum, a health services company focused on building the leading value-based care system in the country.

SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Chief Pharmacist, assists with the planning, directing, supervising and monitoring of pharmacy operations within a site pharmacy. Assists Chief Pharmacist to ensure operations are in accordance with Atrius Health policies and procedures, federal and state laws and regulations, and pharmacy professional standards. Responsible to oversee overall operation of the site pharmacy including hiring and supervision of staff, regulatory compliance, budget preparation and performance, weekly scheduling, acquisition, inventory and disbursement of pharmaceuticals, along with all operations including workflow, prescription processing, inventory management, financial profitability, payroll management, and security, with emphasis on ensuring Service Excellence to our patients. Oversees and develops the daily activities of support personnel, maintains highest day to day pharmacy operations standards, and continuously monitors to ensure best practice behaviors within the Atrius Health environment. Responsible for improving site pharmacy processes and business metrics that enhance patient care, improve capture, integrate technology and initiatives, and align operations. Maximizes the P&L. Works with a great sense of urgency, provides exemplary patient service, maximizes positive patient outcomes, promotes one team culture, leads and motivates team to adapt to changing needs, and demonstrates professionalism in all their interactions. 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. Advanced degree in pharmacy, health care administration or business preferred.
• 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).
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty.
• Immunization certified recommended

EXPERIENCE

• Four years of staff pharmacist experience in high volume retail, clinic, and / or outpatient hospital pharmacy preferred.
• Two years’ experience in a progressively more responsible leadership position is preferred.

SKILLS

• Strong knowledge of pharmacy operations and fee for service business required.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and must also display well-developed interpersonal skills in order to work successfully with all levels of management, staff, colleagues, and patients.
• Must be team oriented and demonstrate excellent customer service skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong computer skills are required including proficient with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook.

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.

Benefits Include:

· Up to 8% company retirement contribution,

· Generous Paid Time Off

· 10 paid holidays,

· Paid professional development,

· Generous health and welfare benefit package.

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.

Atrius Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promoting or any other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, military service or application for military service, veteran or disability status.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA);Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO); and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

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