Research Pharmacist - Per Diem

University of Miami•Miami, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Investigational Drug Services (IDS) Pharmacist will be responsible for the provision and oversight of pharmacotherapy for research patients. The IDS Pharmacist will work collaboratively with members of the research team. The focus for this position is the support of clinical trial research conducted by the University of Miami.

Requirements

Doctor of Pharmacy
Licensed as Florida Registered Pharmacist
Minimum 1 year of relevant pharmacy experience required
A working knowledge of the pharmacy computer system and software programs is required.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a Post-Graduate Residency Preferred
Certification in relevant specialty or field preferred

Responsibilities

Monitors and supervises the operation of the intravenous admixture program, with a heavy emphasis on the preparation and monitoring of chemotherapeutic and investigational intravenous therapies.
Ensures the accurate and efficient preparation and delivery of injectable chemotherapy and other medications for intravenous therapy.
Dosage amounts and intravenous compatibilities are accurately determined. Patient profiles and new orders are reviewed to prevent drug interactions and contraindications.
Reviews patient profiles and new orders are reviewed to prevent drug interactions and contraindications.
Maintains appropriate records and inventory on all drugs as required.
Provides current and accurate drug information to health care professionals and patients.
Manages the preparation and review of investigational drug products.
Oversees the maintenance of accurate investigational drug records (this includes documentation of ordering and receipt of drug, drug inventory and maintenance).
Performs clinical medication order review and verification of computerized physician order entry for investigational and standard of care medications.
Prepares, compounds, manufactures, and dispenses investigational drugs and materials.
Ensures the accuracy and integrity of products prior to their delivery to trial subjects.
Serves as a drug information resource for health care professionals, patients, and their families.
Counsels patients on investigational and/or medications for use at home.
Trains and supervises technical staff members, residents and interns in established policies and procedures for hospital, clinics, and department.
Ensures compliance with all applicable governmental and sponsor regulations, laws, and policies.
Performs all other job-related duties as assigned by the Director of Pharmacy Services or her/his designee.