What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Pharmacist – Infectious Diseases/Antimicrobial Stewardship - Spaulding Hospital position at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital?
Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation
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Job Summary
The Infectious Diseases Clinical Pharmacist will support and advance Antimicrobial Stewardship Program (ASP) initiatives across the Spaulding Rehabilitation Network and island hospitals including Martha's Vineyard Hospital and Nantucket Cottage Hospital.
The position combines direct clinical support with system-focused stewardship efforts across a network of acute rehabilitation and critical access hospital sites. This pharmacist will collaborate closely with interdisciplinary clinical teams to optimize antimicrobial therapy, support evidence-based prescribing practices, and promote safe and effective use of anti-infective agents across these diverse care settings
Key responsibilities include prospective audit and feedback, interpretation of microbiologic results, and providing patient-centered recommendations for antimicrobial regimen optimization aimed at improving clinical outcomes while minimizing antimicrobial resistance, medication-related toxicities, and other unintended patient harms. Additional responsibilities include development and implementation of clinical guidelines, workflows, as well as support for regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and quality improvement initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
Completion of a PGY2 residency in Infectious Diseases Pharmacy, or Completion of a PGY1 pharmacy residency plus a minimum of 2 years of Infectious Diseases Pharmacy practice experience or Minimum of 4 years of Infectious Diseases Pharmacy practice experience
Board certification in infectious diseases pharmacy (e.g., BCIDP or equivalent)
Summary
Responsible for the optimization of drug therapy by identification, resolution, and prevention of drug related problems and improving therapeutic outcomes. Also responsible for providing 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).
Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy Pharmacy required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Pharmacist [State License] - Generic - HR Only required
Experience
experience working as a pharmacist 3-5 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Hybrid
Work Location
1575 Cambridge Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$ - $169,079.04/Annual
Grade
7
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement
1460 Spaulding Hospital-Cambridge, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
The Infectious Diseases Clinical Pharmacist will support and advance Antimicrobial Stewardship Program (ASP) initiatives across the Spaulding Rehabilitation Network and island hospitals including Martha's Vineyard Hospital and Nantucket Cottage Hospital.
The position combines direct clinical support with system-focused stewardship efforts across a network of acute rehabilitation and critical access hospital sites. This pharmacist will collaborate closely with interdisciplinary clinical teams to optimize antimicrobial therapy, support evidence-based prescribing practices, and promote safe and effective use of anti-infective agents across these diverse care settings
Key responsibilities include prospective audit and feedback, interpretation of microbiologic results, and providing patient-centered recommendations for antimicrobial regimen optimization aimed at improving clinical outcomes while minimizing antimicrobial resistance, medication-related toxicities, and other unintended patient harms. Additional responsibilities include development and implementation of clinical guidelines, workflows, as well as support for regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and quality improvement initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
Completion of a PGY2 residency in Infectious Diseases Pharmacy, or Completion of a PGY1 pharmacy residency plus a minimum of 2 years of Infectious Diseases Pharmacy practice experience or Minimum of 4 years of Infectious Diseases Pharmacy practice experience
Board certification in infectious diseases pharmacy (e.g., BCIDP or equivalent)
Summary
Responsible for the optimization of drug therapy by identification, resolution, and prevention of drug related problems and improving therapeutic outcomes. Also responsible for providing 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).
Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions
- Provides direction and guidance to pharmacist and ancillary support including technician staff in following policy and procedure, taking accountability and ownership of job responsibilities, and promotes professional behaviors and attitudes.
- Provide feedback to the pharmacy managers/practice managers/medical directors for the interim and annual performance appraisal of other pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, pharmacy interns, physicians, medical residents, medical interns and medical assistants when appropriate. Participates in resolving personnel management issues, when requested by the management staff.
- Operates within the limits of pharmacy policy and procedures.
- Ensures compliance with target drug programs, formulary management, medication management initiatives, and adverse drug event monitoring programs.
- Documents and reports clinical interventions, medication errors, adverse drug events.
- Participates in department quality improvement efforts.
- Attends and participates in daily medical and multi-disciplinary rounds and participate in specialty rounds as needed and as time allows and collaborate with other healthcare providers when staffing non-rounding services.
- Documents and reports clinical interventions, medication errors, adverse drug events.
- Follows all policies, procedures, laws, and regulations set forth by the Board of Pharmacy and all other applicable regulatory agencies.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy Pharmacy required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Pharmacist [State License] - Generic - HR Only required
Experience
experience working as a pharmacist 3-5 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Extensive knowledge and ability in all areas of the department including: IV Admixtures, Drug Information, Ambulatory, Manufacturing, and Drug Distribution.
- Attention to detail.
- Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span of the neonate, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient.
- Possess ability to assess patient data relative to age specific needs and Provide care as described in the department's policies/procedures.
- Contributes system wide initiatives; viewed as a SME in their area of practice.
- Works predominantly independently.
- Takes part in site and system wide initiatives as a subject matter expert in their area of practice.
- Develops and participates in department quality improvement efforts.
- Develops and participates in the training of medical, nursing and allied health professionals.
- Must complete 20 continuing education credits per year to maintain license.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
- Standing Frequently (34-66%)
- Walking Frequently (34-66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
- Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
- Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Hybrid
Work Location
1575 Cambridge Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$ - $169,079.04/Annual
Grade
7
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement
1460 Spaulding Hospital-Cambridge, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Salary : $169,079