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Mass General Brigham
Newton, Massachusetts

Clinical Pharmacist - NWH

Pharmacist Top 25% in PharmacyNo callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$128k-$159k

  • 80%better work-life than Pharmacy peers
  • No callstated in the posting
  • +48%Pharmacy listings, last 30 days

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Job Description

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital

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

We are currently looking for a full time (40 hours, Evening) Clinical Pharmacist at Newton-Wellesley Hospital The ideal candidate will be responsible, trained, and competent for the interpretation, verification, order entry, compounding, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical supplies for adult, geriatric, and pediatric patients.

The Clinical Pharmacist is also responsible for assuring the safe and effective use of medications, provision of drug information, and patient counseling. They will be responsible for assisting in the development and coordination of all the activities of pharmacy services.

The main responsibilities for this role focus on the following key areas: - Interprets and evaluates medication orders prior to entry/verification - Clinically assesses orders for dose, route, frequency, and appropriateness of medication therapy - Monitors orders for drug interactions, adverse reactions, incompatibilities, therapeutic duplication, allergies - Identifies, mitigates, prevents, and documents problems with medication orders or therapeutic regimens, including medication errors or adverse drug reactions - Verifies the accuracy of order entry and of medication products dispensed - Delivers optimal pharmaceutical care by participating in direct patient-care interdisciplinary rounds - Advises nurses, doctors, and patients on the proper and safe use of medications - Narcotic control and assists in record maintenance - Oversees pharmacy technician activities - Assists in developing and implementing departmental clinical and educational programs - Assists in inventory control and proper medication storage - Compounds extemporaneous medications - Prepares IV admixtures as needed.

Inspects completed I.V. solutions for accuracy and compatibility - Complies with USP 797 and USP 795 when compounding or overseeing compounded medications - Prepares prescriptions in accordance with pharmacy laws and practice - Maintains proper licensure and educational requirements and provides documentation upon request

Qualifications

Qualifications - External The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy or Doctorate of Pharmacy Degree from an Accredited College/University of Pharmacy. - Massachusetts Board of Registration in Pharmacy Licensure is required. - 1 – 4 years clinical pharmacy experience in acute care hospital preferred - Completion of ASHP accredited Pharmacy Residency preferred - Board Certification (e. g. BCPS Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist or other) preferred - Knowledge of medication management of adult, and older adult patients required

  • Additional Job Details (if applicable)
  • Additional Job Description
  • Remote Type
  • Onsite

Work Location

2014 Washington Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Evening (United States of America)

Pay Range

  • $127500.00 - $159,120.00/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

4100 Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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.

Key Responsibilities

The Clinical Pharmacist is responsible for the interpretation, verification, and dispensing of medications while ensuring safe and effective patient care. They also provide drug information, participate in interdisciplinary rounds, and oversee pharmacy technician activities.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification (preferred)BCPS (preferred)

Key Skills

Medication verificationIV admixture preparationMedication safetyPharmacy technician oversightUSP 797 complianceUSP 795 complianceMedication order entry

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Clinical Pharmacist - NWH at Mass General Brigham a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Pharmacy — ranked against 9,708 active Pharmacy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Pharmacist Career Context

Of the 40 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 45% are remote, 60% have no call, 75% require no weekends.

Pharmacy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$143k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $135k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 6.4
Better work-life than 80% of Pharmacy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,708 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • On-site

Living in Newton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.29M≈ 10.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$3,408/mo≈ 32% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.3
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Mass General Brigham

Hospitals and Health Care
Somerville, Massachusetts
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Differentials, Premiums and Bonuses
Recognition Programs