Per Diem Pharmacist
Listed compensation
Pay range: $55–$70 /hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
The Per Diem Pharmacist appropriately packages and dispenses prescribed drugs, handles physician calls, logs data into the computer, performs Rx workflow processing, and conducts drug utilization reviews.
This is a per diem opportunity located in Attleboro, MA (163 Pleasant Street).
The pharmacy is open M-F 8:30am-5pm and we are ideally looking for a Pharmacist who has flexible availability during those days and times.
About the Role
- Fill-in for the Pharmacist-in-Charge or Staff Pharmacist as needed
- Manage pharmacy operations and maintain the highest quality of pharmaceutical care and services
- Properly dispense, order, and maintain proper inventory of drugs and supplies
- Collaborate with physicians to discuss potential incompatibility issues with patient prescriptions
- Consult with clinic providers, administrators, and other personnel as appropriate
- Ensure compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to the practice of pharmacy
- Keep abreast of changing laws, regulations, and new pharmacy-related programs
- Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
- Uphold a clean, customer-friendly workplace, and always project a professional and positive attitude
- Perform other related duties as assigned
- Perform in accordance with company policies and standards
- Embrace and perform in the spirit of the company’s core values and goals
About You
- Bachelor’s or Doctoral (PharmD) degree in Pharmacy from an accredited university
- Active Pharmacist license in good standing in the state of Massachusetts
- 1+ year of full-time retail or clinic pharmacy experience preferred
- 340B/FQHC experience preferred
- AAHIVP a plus
- Excellent interpersonal, managerial, communication and customer-service skills
- Able to efficiently work, mentor, and supervise pharmacy team members
- Willing and able to work on a Per Diem (as needed) basis
At Avita Care Solutions, compassionate care is at the heart of everything we do. Join Avita and get inspired to be the care that unlocks the full potential of health for all.
We’re committed to promoting health equity by providing comprehensive, integrated access to pharmacy services, clinical care delivery and digital health through our individualized and culturally competent LGBTQ+, HIV, PrEP, and sexual wellness care.
Avita is a proud member of the U.S. Business Action to End HIV and has been recognized multiple times by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality.
Pay range: $55 to $70 per hour, based on credentials and geographic location.
Avita is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.
We welcome everyone by recruiting, hiring, and promoting individuals without regard to their sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Avita also provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state or local laws.
This position is designated as safety-sensitive due to responsibilities involving patient care, medication handling, access to controlled substances, and other regulated healthcare functions. Employment is subject to Avita's Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy and applicable legal requirements.
Key Responsibilities
The Per Diem Pharmacist is responsible for managing pharmacy operations, dispensing medications, and maintaining accurate inventory. They also collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure patient safety and compliance with all state and federal pharmacy regulations.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Doctoral degree in Pharmacy and possess an active Massachusetts Pharmacist license. At least one year of retail or clinic pharmacy experience is preferred, along with strong communication and managerial skills.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Pharmacist Career Context
Of the 40 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% are remote, 45% have no call, 80% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$130k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $123k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Avita Care Solutions holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 76/100, 4 active listings.
Pharmacy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Per Diem Pharmacist at Avita Care Solutions a 6.8 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 10% in Pharmacy — ranked against 10,058 active Pharmacy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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