Decentralized Pharmacist-Heme-Onc/BMT

Cincinnati Children's•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Medication Orders - Evaluate orders based on patient's weight, allergy history and compatibilities. Properly record orders in the patient profile. Complete medication orders without error and ready for delivery with the next run. Clarify and resolve problem orders. Contact the physician or nurse as needed and pass information on to the next shift R.PH. Detect all problem medication orders, generate appropriate alternatives and effect change in patient care. Intravenous Preparations - Train other pharmacists and technicians in the unit dose and Intravenous (IV) areas. Prepare all IV preparations (TPN, central lines, antibiotics, chemotherapy) and respiratory therapy syringes in accordance with departmental guidelines; check for errors and ensure delivery according to policy. Chemotherapy Orders - Process Chemotherapy orders and have dosages and calculations checked by two Pharmacists. R.PH. must use currently accepted precautions when preparing chemotherapy (gowns, gloves, chemotherapy mat), prepare Chemotherapy in the appropriate hood and use calculations indicated on the chemotherapy patient cardex. Serve as a Resource - Use current appropriate references to ascertain correct and complete answers to medication related questions (drug compatibilities and interactions, appropriate dosage form selection and dosing for patient weight and age). Review patient data, at the request of a physician, to make appropriate recommendation on time to draw serum concentrations for various medications,. Handle questions and problems in a professional manner, particularly on the telephone and at the window. Anticipate and analyze conflict situations and take preventative or corrective action. Identify concerns to appropriate persons and assist in problem solving and decision making. Function in any area in the central pharmacy where an R.PH. is needed. Take administrative initiative to handle problems when supervisor is not available. Function as an informational resource for the institution. JOB QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy OR PharmD Degree Pharmacist License in the state of Ohio or license within 3 months of hire Completion of PGY1 Residency Preferred Previous experience in HemOnc and/or BMT Previous experience with pediatrics Primary Location Burnet Campus Schedule Full time Shift Rotating (United States of America) Department Pharmacy Employee Status Regular FTE 1 Weekly Hours 40 Expected Starting Pay Range Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status $112,590.40 - $146,369.60 About Us At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s. Cincinnati Children's is: Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune Consistently certified as great place to work A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us. Comprehensive job description provided upon request. Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability Completion of Application You will be asked to fully complete each page of the application to the best of your knowledge. Failure to complete all parts of the application will result in a delay in processing and/or rejection of the application. Need Assistance or Accommodation? Assistance with Application: For assistance or technical support, email [email protected]. Accommodation: We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law. If you require an accommodation in the application process, email [email protected].

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy OR PharmD Degree
Pharmacist License in the state of Ohio or license within 3 months of hire

Nice To Haves

Completion of PGY1 Residency Preferred
Previous experience in HemOnc and/or BMT
Previous experience with pediatrics

Responsibilities

Evaluate orders based on patient's weight, allergy history and compatibilities.
Properly record orders in the patient profile.
Complete medication orders without error and ready for delivery with the next run.
Clarify and resolve problem orders.
Contact the physician or nurse as needed and pass information on to the next shift R.PH.
Detect all problem medication orders, generate appropriate alternatives and effect change in patient care.
Train other pharmacists and technicians in the unit dose and Intravenous (IV) areas.
Prepare all IV preparations (TPN, central lines, antibiotics, chemotherapy) and respiratory therapy syringes in accordance with departmental guidelines; check for errors and ensure delivery according to policy.
Process Chemotherapy orders and have dosages and calculations checked by two Pharmacists.
R.PH. must use currently accepted precautions when preparing chemotherapy (gowns, gloves, chemotherapy mat), prepare Chemotherapy in the appropriate hood and use calculations indicated on the chemotherapy patient cardex.
Use current appropriate references to ascertain correct and complete answers to medication related questions (drug compatibilities and interactions, appropriate dosage form selection and dosing for patient weight and age).
Review patient data, at the request of a physician, to make appropriate recommendation on time to draw serum concentrations for various medications,.
Handle questions and problems in a professional manner, particularly on the telephone and at the window.
Anticipate and analyze conflict situations and take preventative or corrective action.
Identify concerns to appropriate persons and assist in problem solving and decision making.
Function in any area in the central pharmacy where an R.PH. is needed.
Take administrative initiative to handle problems when supervisor is not available.
Function as an informational resource for the institution.