Clinical Pharmacist

What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health

Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers.

Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes.

Job Summary

Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy at Lemuel Shattuck Hospital and we are currently recruiting for a Clinical Pharmacist. This is a 32 hour a week position that would consist of 4x8 hour shifts with rotating weekends. Hours of the facility are Monday-Friday, 7:30am - 10:00pm and weekends 8:00am - 4:30pm. Pharmacists also pick up on-call after hours, weekends and holidays as needed.

This pharmacist will work closely with medical staff to ensure safe, effect, and appropriate drug therapy. Along with supporting daily operational responsibilities that include, but are not limited to order verification, inventory management, and medication dispensing.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, processes and monitors patient medication orders to evaluate the appropriateness of use, dosage form, route of administration, regiment compliance, therapeutic duplication, drug interactions, adverse reactions and age appropriateness.

• Participate in multi-disciplinary rounds for a variety of patient populations.

• Checks technician prepared or prepares for dispensing all medications for patient specific use.

• Assists with drug procurement and inventory maintenance.

• Assists with precepting experiential education students from Schools of Pharmacy.

• Reviews non-formulary requests and prepares formulary reviews as needed for Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee.

• Participates in performance improvement activities using evidence bases practice. Implements clinical initiatives (therapeutic interchange, renal dosing, ADR reporting) with regard to efficacy, safety, and cost effectiveness.

• Participates in Drug Utilization Evaluation program, Quality Improvement projects and prepares summary reports.

• Provide subject matter expertise to medical residents and medical staff.

• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested by the Director of Pharmacy.

• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or PharmD required.

• Must be a “good standing” licensed Pharmacist in the state of Massachusetts.

• Prior Hospital/Inpatient pharmacy experience preferred.

• Board certified in Pharmacology preferred.

• Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency preferred.

• Ability to hear, write, and speak clearly in order to communicate with customers and health care professionals.

• Strong customer service skills.

• Flexibility to work various shifts and on-call as needed.

• May require vendor credentialing.

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies working knowledge in the application of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks.

• Works on projects of moderate scope and complexity.

• Identifies possible solutions to a variety of technical problems and takes actions to resolve.

• Applies judgment within defined parameters.

• Receives general guidance may receive more detailed instruction on new projects.

• Work reviewed for sound reasoning and accuracy.

Anticipated hourly range: $56.10 per hour - $72.27 per hour (includes shift differential).

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage

• Paid time off plan

• Health savings account (HSA)

• 401k savings plan

• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay

• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Work-Life resources

• Paid parental leave

• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 04/28/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

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Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day.