Oncology Infusion Pharmacist - per diem
About The Position
The Infusion Pharmacist II is responsible for the oversight of the preparation and compounding, order verification, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals according to the laws and regulations governing pharmacists and the practice of pharmacy within oncology or sterile compounding. The Infusion Pharmacist II is responsible for the optimization of drug therapy by identifying, resolving, and preventing drug-related problems and adverse drug events. This position's work location is onsite, per-diem on campus in Chestnut Hill. Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute brings together world renowned clinicians, innovative researchers and dedicated professionals, allies in the common mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. Combining extremely talented people with the best technologies in a genuinely positive environment, we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all ages; we conduct research that advances treatment; we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers; we reach out to underserved members of our community; and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals. Click here to see a video of a "Day in the life of a Pharmacist at Dana-Farber".
Requirements
- All Pharmacists require a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited college of Pharmacy.
- 3 year of hospital pharmacy, ambulatory care, sterile compounding experience or 5 years retail pharmacy experience with 2 years oncology experience required. Or completion of a PGY1 residency.
- Must be licensed to practice pharmacy in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Some satellite locations require additional licensure.
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a unit team and cross functional teams both inside and outside of department (i.e. patients, providers, other institutions).
- Working knowledge of and ability to use all technology required to perform primary job functions.
- Ability to prioritize and accept additional responsibilities based on the changing needs of the work setting.
- Ability to utilize references and/or drug information sources.
- Ability to resolve typically encountered problems within their scope of practice and to escalate appropriately when needed.
- Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills (ability to analyze information objectively and make a reasoned judgement).
Responsibilities
- Practices in accordance with all federal and state regulations, DFCI policies and Joint Commission standards.
- Responsible for designated daily operations and/or clinical activities of assigned area.
- Appropriately dispenses pharmaceuticals, including sterile products, chemotherapy, biologics, controlled substances, and investigational medications.
- Evaluates all providers' medication orders for completeness and appropriateness prior to dispensing; consults with providers and nurses to clarify orders as needed.
- Performs quality control on medication orders and prepared medications and additional quality control activities as necessary (e.g., refrigerator temperature, compounding logs, hood cleaning, emergency cart, and controlled substance inventory, etc.).
- Reviews and compares investigational protocols to medication orders for completeness and appropriateness prior to dispensing.
- Oversees pharmacy technicians and students as assigned.
- Participates in the training and orientation of newly hired pharmacists and technicians.
- Other duties and projects as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Industry
Hospitals
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
