Pharmacy Resident

OneOncology•Nashville, TN

About The Position

Tennessee Oncology, one of the nation’s largest, community-based cancer care specialists, is home to one of the leading clinical trial networks in the country. Established 1976 in Nashville, Tennessee Oncology’s mission remains unchanged: To provide access to high-quality cancer care and the expertise of clinical research for all patients, at convenient locations within their community and close to their home. Our growing network of physicians and locations is based on this mission. Tennessee Oncology is committed to advancing both the science of detection and targeted treatments, and to making these advances available to every patient. We believe caring for cancer patients is a privilege. Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve. Job Description: The Pharmacy Resident will function effectively as a staff pharmacist within a rapidly growing medically integrated oncology specialty pharmacy. During the 12-month residency, the Pharmacy Resident will rotate through educational areas: Oral oncolytics, IV chemotherapy/immunotherapy, pharmacy leadership and business.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Skilled in prioritizing daily activities and deadlines
Ability to set and accomplish both short- and long-term goals
Detail-oriented with the ability to follow procedures and instructions
Ability to think logically, make decisions, and breakdown complex issues into logical steps
Strong organizational, multi-tasking skills, as well as ability to prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment
Ability to master basic math skills
Skilled in processing verbal information for input into computer systems or processes
Ability to demonstrate strong performance both within a group and independently within specified area
Diversity to multitask while maintaining accuracy and proficiency at task at hand
Strong analytical skills to analyze and identify potential solutions for individual implementation or proposal to the team
Ability to establish/create dialogue that facilitates cooperative and productive relationships with all stakeholders
Excellent communication skills with the ability to speak, present and write in a professional manner
Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Graduate of an ACPE-accredited Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program.
Must have active, unrestricted Tennessee Pharmacy Licensure within 6 weeks after the start of the residency year
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to travel independently and to access information from other departments
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, balance, bend, kneel, couch, crawl, and stoop
Ability to operate an automobile for travel to all clinic locations

Responsibilities

Verification check of accuracy, appropriateness, and quality for all dispensed products
Maintain proper storage and security conditions for drugs in accordance with state and federal requirements
Ensure safe handling, appropriate personal protection equipment, as needed and proper adherence to policies in sanitizing workspace during preparation/dispensing of medications including hazardous medications
Demonstrate clinical acuity in patient profiles assessment of drug to disease state in customizing medication counseling for dosing, directions, side effect management, storage/handling, missed dose, and drug/drug interactions or allergies
Adhere to SOP’s, guided by NCODA accreditation standards and organizational policies and procedures, for onboarding and patient management
Provide education materials and counseling information to patients for intravenous and oral oncology medications
Provide on-call pharmacy services outside normal business hours, weekends, and holidays
Collaborate among multi-disciplinary team in medication therapy management for adherence, side effect management and optimal therapy across route of administration
Maintain REMS certifications and counselor certifications for all required products
Meet periodically with preceptor and Residency Director to stay on track with residency rotation goals and objectives
Complete evaluations promptly for both the learning experience and preceptors
Present at least one (1) continuing education talk during the residency year
Successfully design, complete IRB submission for approval/exemption, carry out and develop a manuscript of a major project to be determined within the first two (2) months of the residency start date, with the objective to present a poster at the NCODA Spring Forum Clinical Meeting
Participate in special projects and/or research as requested
Miscellaneous duties assigned, requested and/or required by RD and management