Clinical Pharmacist, Oncology Infusion

Sutter Health • Santa Cruz, CA

1d • $87 - $122

About The Position

Delivers pharmaceutical care through patient-centered clinical services, medication information and education, and medication preparation and distribution to support safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy. Ensures safety in compounding and dispensing chemotherapy, biotherapy, and other infusion drugs. Provides direct patient care and education, and participates in clinical decision-making. Supports implementation of policies and programs that protect staff and patients during chemotherapy preparation, administration, and monitoring. Follows applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and deliver optimal patient care.

The position involves handling hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs in accordance with NIOSH identification and USP 800 guidelines. This may include managing, storing, preparing, receiving, unpacking, transporting, disposing of, or administering such drugs.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited pharmacy school with a PharmD.
• Registered Pharmacist (RPH) within 120 days.
• Three years of recent relevant experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, generic and trade pharmaceutical names, pharmaceutical calculations, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of pharmacological and biopharmaceutical principles, pharmacotherapy, pathologies, disease states, and information relevant to medical management plans.
• Knowledge of acute and chronic disease and its effects on patients and caregivers.
• Ability to apply professional judgment and clinical expertise to complex problems and provide clinical information within scope of practice.
• Knowledge of pharmacy practice settings, including controlled-substance delivery and procedures.
• Ability to perform dosage calculations and basic math.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment or processes in a timely, positive, and effective manner.
• General knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite, pharmaceutical technology, EHR, and EPIC.
• Ability to perform basic inventory management duties.
• Commitment to teamwork, including accepting responsibilities and performing assignments that support the team.
• Knowledge of total quality management and ability to apply its principles toward continuous organizational improvement.
• Ability to identify customer and supplier needs and expectations and strive to exceed them.
• Ability to participate in and encourage creative and innovative approaches to work.
• Commitment to ongoing personal development, professional growth, and continuing education.
• Interpersonal skills for collaborating with physicians, patients, families, caregivers, service providers, and healthcare team members.
• Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Time-management and organizational skills, including prioritizing assignments and meeting deadlines within standardized procedures and scientific methods.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage multiple tasks, and work in an environment with interruptions.
• Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers.
• Basic working knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation standards, including NABP, TJC, Title XXII, DHS, DEA, FDA, and USP.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered pharmaceutical care, including clinical services, medication information and education, and medication preparation and distribution.
• Ensure safe compounding and dispensing of chemotherapy, biotherapy, and other infusion drugs.
• Provide direct patient care and patient education, and participate in clinical decision-making.
• Support implementation of policies and programs that promote staff and patient safety during chemotherapy preparation, administration, and monitoring.
• Follow applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and support optimal patient care.
• Handle hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs in accordance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines, as applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree