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Shields Health Solutions
Springfield, Massachusetts

Specialty Pharmacist 20hrs (M-F 4PM to 8PM EST)

Pharmacist Above average in PharmacyPart-Time

Listed compensation

$125k-$159k

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Employment & setting
Part-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Includes weekends
Posted 1h ago · Verified live

Job description

Specialty Pharmacist – Second Shift
Join a high-impact, patient-first pharmacy team
Shift: 4-hour shifts between 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Monday–Friday
Weekend Rotation: Saturdays or Sundays – as needed
Job Purpose
Provides integrated support to patients and physicians by delivering a hands-on, total quality patient care experience. This role ensures seamless coordination across specialty and retail pharmacy services, enabling smooth patient transitions and timely access to medications.
The Specialty Pharmacist will manage both retail and specialty pharmacy operations, ensuring:
Safe and effective medication dispensing
Comprehensive patient counseling
Clinical oversight and support
Key Responsibilities
Clinical & Patient Care
Prepare and dispense medications by reviewing and interpreting physician orders; detect therapeutic incompatibilities
Perform Medication Therapy Management (MTM), including:
Reviewing and monitoring medication regimens
Advising clinicians on evidence-based therapies
Documenting interventions
Provide patient counseling and clinical support
Make referrals to other healthcare professionals when necessary
Operational Excellence
Complete pharmacy operational requirements by:
Organizing and directing technicians’ workflow
Verifying preparation and labeling of pharmaceuticals
Verifying prescriptions
Coordinate patient care, including:
Identifying and resolving insurance-related issues
Recognizing opportunities for financial assistance programs
Manage, organize, and update relevant data using database systems
Compliance & Regulatory
Ensure compliance with:
State Board of Pharmacy regulations
DEA regulations
Company policies and procedures
Maintain controlled substance records
Remove outdated or damaged medications from inventory
Supervise support personnel work quality
Maintain licensure and stay current on legislation
Ensure adherence to:
340B program compliance
Specialty pharmacy accreditation standards
Medication safety protocols
Continuous Improvement
Identify trends, resolve problems, and recommend process improvements
Actively participate in process improvement initiatives
Apply insights to enhance productivity, quality, and customer service
Support organizational excellence through innovation and change implementation
Education & Leadership
Participate in ongoing professional development
Train and mentor:
Pharmacy staff
Students, interns, externs, and residents
Healthcare professionals
Maintain professional networks and stay current through publications and organizations
Organizational Contribution
Protect organizational value by maintaining strict confidentiality
Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to support business needs
Perform additional duties as assigned
Contribute positively to team culture and company success
Qualifications & Experience
Education & Licensure
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or BS in Pharmacy
Active Pharmacist license in the applicable state
Experience
Required: 1+ years in retail or specialty pharmacy
Preferred: 5+ years in a dispensing or specialty setting
Skills & Competencies
Strong knowledge of:
Pharmacology
FDA regulations
Clinical best practices
Ability to:
Analyze information and exercise sound judgment
Accurately administer and review medications
Manage workflows and processes efficiently
Leadership and team management capabilities
High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Advanced computer proficiency
Personal Attributes
Organized, dependable, and high-integrity
Empathetic and patient-focused
Excellent listener and communicator
Energetic, highly motivated, and team-oriented
Maintains discretion when handling sensitive information
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $125,000 – $159,000 annually
Bonus eligibility based on applicable plans
Compensation is determined by experience, seniority, geographic location, and other lawful factors.
Equal Opportunity & Transparency
This information is provided to promote pay transparency and equal employment opportunities at Shields Health Solutions.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a forward-thinking pharmacy team where your expertise directly impacts patient outcomes, innovation, and quality care delivery.
This information is being provided to promote pay transparency and equal employment opportunities at Shields Health Solutions. An employee in this position can expect a salary rate between $125,000.00 and $159,000.00 plus bonus pursuant to the terms of any bonus plan if applicable. The actual salary will depend on experience, seniority, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law.
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Solid computer skills are required, including proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) for communication, documentation, and data management, as well as, navigating the internet and web-based platforms. Data entry and computer skills will be evaluated through an assessment as part of the pre-employment process.
Shields Health Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Shields Health Solutions is committed to providing an inclusive hiring experience; if you need assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process, please email talentacquisition@shieldsrx. com.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or BS in Pharmacy and possess an active Pharmacist license. A minimum of 1 year of experience in retail or specialty pharmacy is required, with 5+ years preferred.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Workflow managementRegulatory complianceMentoring

Pharmacist Career Context

Of the 44 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 23% are remote, 43% have no call, 61% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$142k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $134k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Shields Health Solutions holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 79/100, 18 active listings.

Pharmacy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

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Benefits & Perks21 jobs · 20 employers

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Work-life snapshot

3.9/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Pharmacy

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About Shields Health Solutions

Hospitals and Health Care
Stoughton, Massachusetts
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Bonus eligibility