Coverage Registered Pharmacist - All TxO Locations

The US Oncology Network•Dallas, TX

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

Texas Oncology is seeking a Coverage Registered Pharmacist to support all Texas Oncology locations as needed. This role can be filled at a Level I, II, or Senior level depending on the candidate's experience. Texas Oncology is a leading community oncology provider dedicated to making high-quality cancer care accessible. The organization utilizes advanced technology and research to deliver evidence-based cancer care, aiming for "More breakthroughs. More victories." in the fight against cancer. Texas Oncology plays a significant role in treating cancer patients in Texas.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of pharmacy
Current state licensure as a Pharmacist
0-3 years experience as a registered pharmacist (for Level I)
Minimum three (3) years of experience as a registered pharmacist (for Level II)
Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a registered pharmacist (for Senior Level)
May supervise the activities of pharmacy technicians (for Level I)
Proven leadership and supervisory skills, capable of managing pharmacy technicians and less experienced pharmacists (for Senior Level)

Nice To Haves

Oncology background preferred
Prefer three (3) years of experience in a pharmacy with I.V. skills (for Level II)

Responsibilities

Prepares and dispenses medication orders.
Maintains and evaluates patient profile and comprehensive drug data file to evaluate orders for any incompatibilities.
Checks all orders for completeness of information.
Verifies patient information and proper physician authorization.
Checks all orders for insurance approval before admixing.
Admixes drugs as ordered by physician in an accurate and timely manner as per department guidelines, and preparing all drugs within OSHA guidelines and interoffice guidelines.
Ensures correct preparation of all formulas or medications.
Checks all prescriptions for completeness.
Calculates correct dosages, converting between metric and apothecary equivalents.
Organizes and directs technician's workflow; verifying their preparation and labeling of pharmaceuticals; verifying order entries, charges, and inspections.
Provides pharmacological information by answering questions and requests of health care professionals and patients.
Provides and documents drug counseling to all patients.
Ensures all legal and professional requirements are adhered to, including controlled substances.
Consults with patients to determine pre-existing conditions to assess medication compatibility.
Instructs patients on effects of food and alcohol intake.
Warns of potential side effects.
Provides professional drug information and assistance to medical staff.
Participates in pharmacy teaching and in-service programs.
Properly disposes all materials used when mixing chemo or non-chemo IVs.
Cleans hood daily and in between I.V. admixturing.
Logs and dates all drugs that are being used.
Checks drugs monthly for outdates.
Keeps accurate temperature logs.
Keeps accurate logs on all protocol drugs and patient assistance drugs.
Assists with inventory control of medications.
Orders supplies and medications.
Receives and shelves medications.
Ensures that standard drug supplies are in adequate supply in all departments.
Prepares labels.
Files and prepares billing.
Computes prices.
Receives new drug education from drug representatives; remains abreast of new information.
Maintains confidentiality of all information related to patients and medical staff.
Prepares reports and monitoring activities as directed.