Clinical Ambulatory Oncology Pharmacist

Meadville Medical Center • Meadville, PA

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Provides clinical oncology pharmacy services, including drug information, pharmacokinetics, patient education, and participation in multidisciplinary patient care groups within the Yolanda G Barco Oncology Institute. Will be responsible for developing program to assist in the management of the oral chemotherapy medications including dose adjustments, monitoring, education, and procurement. Ensures the accurate and appropriate use of pharmaceuticals for patients of all ages in the hospital within the standards of professional practice and in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Pharmacy.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree or Doctor of Pharmacy degree (Pharm.D).
• Current, valid license as a registered pharmacist in the state of Pennsylvania or eligible for reciprocation in current state within 90 days of hire.
• Familiarization with administrative and functional concepts of drug distribution and control, drug therapy practices, and clinical aspects of oncology pharmacy practice.
• Able to read and interpret printed or handwritten medication orders
• Familiar with the use of computers, automated dispensing cabinets, laminar flow and biological safety hoods, and other equipment such as pharmaceutical balance, graduates, and mortar and pestle.
• Good communication and supervisory skills.
• Prior hospital pharmacist experience required
• Hematology/Oncology training and/or experience is required
• Pharmacist

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a Post-Graduate Year 1 Residency (PGY1), fellowship, or relevant post-graduate pharmacy experience
• Completion of a Post-Graduate Year 2 residency (PGY2) in Oncology
• Board Certification in Oncology Pharmacy

Responsibilities

• Serve as clinical ambulatory oncology pharmacist
• Staffing component at main hospital of every 8th weekend
• Responsible for the development of an oral chemotherapy program, which includes Design standard operating procedures for oral chemotherapy enrollment, clinical tracking, and toxicity management
• Implement proactive outreach protocols to monitor patient adherence
• Conduct regular telephone or in-person assessments to manage drug side effects and adjust doses
• Coordinate with financial navigators to secure prior authorizations and co-pay assistance
• Provide education to patients and pharmacists on chemotherapy medications
• Review and verify complex IV and oral chemotherapy orders
• Oversee the safe preparation and hazardous compounding of hazardous chemotherapy medications
• Work collaboratively with oncologists, advanced practice providers, pharmacy staff, and nursing staff
• Assist with the decision-making process in the selection of appropriate evidence-based prophylaxis, chemotherapeutic, and supportive care regimens
• Precept pharmacy students completing oncology pharmacy learning experiences.
• Calculate drug doses, including pharmacokinetic dosing
• Review patient drug regimens, interpret clinical data, identify drug interactions or incompatibilities, and consult with prescriber, nurse, or other health care professional as needed
• Participate in the maintenance of the drug formulary, including evaluation of new drugs, suggestions for deletions, review of all drug classes, and therapeutic interchange.
• Participate in the maintenance and effective use of drug information resources.
• Develop and participate in quality improvement efforts relating to medication management.
• Must understand clinical pharmacy in the hospital and outpatient setting, including the ability to provide medication therapy evaluations and recommendations to physicians, other healthcare workers, and patients.
• Must be able to calculate drug doses for patients of all ages.
• Must be able to interpret lab values and other patient data including age and weight and understand the effect on medication dosing.
• Must be able to supervise technicians performing pharmacy tasks.
• Must be able to work in a group setting and attend multidisciplinary meetings relating to medication management issues.

Benefits

• Commitment to review, under the intent of this standard, and in coordination with medical professional opinion’s and physical demands job analysis performed by certified professionals, an individual’s ability to be reasonably accommodated within the role they are responsible and qualified to perform.
• Commitment to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) and providing equal opportunity employment for qualified persons with disabilities.
• All employment practices and activities are conducted on a nondiscriminatory basis.
• Will follow any state or local law that provides individuals with disabilities greater protection that the ADA.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level