Coverage Pharmacist- Dallas, North East Texas, and West Texas

The US Oncology Network•Dallas, TX

10h

About The Position

Texas Oncology is hiring a full-time Coverage Pharmacist to support the Dallas, North East Texas, and West Texas regions. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with 100% travel and some weekend travel required. The role may be classified as Level 1, Level 2, or Senior based on the candidate’s experience, and is eligible for a quarterly travel bonus. Sterile IV compounding certification is required in Texas. Under minimal supervision, the pharmacist compounds and dispenses medications according to professional standards and practices; maintains prescription, patient charge, and inventory records; consults with nursing and medical staff about prescriptions and medication-related matters; and follows quality assurance, safety, legal, and accreditation requirements. The position also supports the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Texas Oncology is a community oncology provider with approximately 600 or more providers across more than 220 sites in Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Its mission is to provide accessible, evidence-based cancer care using technology and research, helping patients receive care close to home. The company describes a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with company match, a wellness program, tuition reimbursement, an Employee Assistance Program, and retailer discounts. Select roles may be eligible for a discretionary Long-Term Incentive Plan, typically vesting over three years and tied to individual performance and Texas Oncology’s operational success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
Current pharmacist license in the state of practice.
Sterile IV compounding certification required in Texas.
Level 1: 0–3 years of experience as a registered pharmacist.
Level 2: At least three years of experience as a registered pharmacist.
Senior: At least five years of experience as a registered pharmacist.
Ability to meet the physical demands described, including extensive sitting or standing, full range of body motion, manual and finger dexterity, eye-hand coordination, reading and noting measurements, and occasionally lifting or carrying items up to 40 pounds.
Corrected vision and hearing within the normal range.

Nice To Haves

Oncology background preferred.
For Level 2, three years of pharmacy experience with IV skills preferred.
For Senior, proven leadership and supervisory skills, including the ability to manage pharmacy technicians and less experienced pharmacists.

Responsibilities

Prepare and dispense medication orders; maintain and evaluate patient profiles and drug data to identify incompatibilities.
Check orders for completeness, verify patient information and physician authorization, and confirm insurance approval before admixing.
Accurately and promptly admix medications as ordered, following department, OSHA, and interoffice guidelines.
Ensure formulas and medications are prepared correctly; check prescriptions for completeness and calculate dosages, including conversions between metric and apothecary equivalents.
Organize and direct pharmacy technicians’ workflow; verify preparation, labeling, order entries, charges, and inspections.
Provide pharmacological information to health care professionals and patients in response to questions and requests.
Counsel patients about medications and document the counseling; assess pre-existing conditions for medication compatibility and explain effects of food and alcohol and potential side effects.
Ensure compliance with legal and professional requirements, including those for controlled substances, and provide drug information and assistance to medical staff.
Participate in pharmacy teaching and in-service programs.
Properly dispose of materials used in mixing chemotherapy and non-chemotherapy IVs; clean the hood daily and between IV admixtures.
Log and date drugs in use, check for expired drugs monthly, and maintain accurate temperature logs.
Maintain accurate logs for protocol drugs and patient-assistance drugs; assist with medication inventory control, order supplies and medications, and receive and shelve medications.
Ensure standard drug supplies are adequate across departments.
Prepare labels, file and prepare billing, and compute prices.
Receive new drug education from representatives and stay current with new information.
Maintain confidentiality of information related to patients and medical staff.
Prepare reports and conduct monitoring activities as directed.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Generous paid time off program
401(k) plan with company match
Wellness program with rewards for healthy lifestyle practices
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Retailer discounts
Quarterly travel bonus
Potential eligibility for a discretionary Long-Term Incentive Plan for select roles