Oncology Pharmacist Job Description
Oncology pharmacist
provides support to Clinical Research Products Management Center (CRPMC) and NIAID/Division of AIDS) in storage and distribution of clinical trial research products in accordance with Good Pharmacy Practice, Good Distribution Practice and Good Manufacturing Practice.
Oncology Pharmacist Duties & Responsibilities
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Assists the technicians in prioritizing tasks as needed and seeks opportunities to build a team relationship with technicians to provide pharmaceutical care
Provides patient education based on the needs of the patient
Analyzes practice specific quality and key performance metrics (such as pathway adherence) regularly to identify opportunities for improvement
Frequently follows-up and monitors practice performance
Works in collaboration with the oncology team and other business partners to design, perform and assemble information from different analyses and perspectives to address specific cancer care issues, to draw meaningful and actionable insights that inform and shape program(s) strategic decisions
May prepare and present clinical review of oncology pathways to various committees
To work as part of a team to assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of clinical pharmacy services in inpatient Pediatric Oncology for the Pharmacy Department
1 year experience equivalent to the GS 12 level, or · Completion of an ACPE accredited Pharm.D
Ensures correct preparation of all formulas or medications
Provides and documents drug counseling to all patients
Oncology Pharmacist Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Oncology Pharmacist
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: BLS, BCPS, ACLS, BCOP, AHA, PALS, CPR, BPS, BLCS
Education for Oncology Pharmacist
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the oncology pharmacist job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Collage Degree in Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, Education, Science, Graduate, Oncology, Computer, Health, Department of Education
Skills for Oncology Pharmacist
Desired skills for oncology pharmacist include:
Reformulated products being developed by medical and pharmaceutical researchers
Specialty area of pharmacy practice annually through presentations at professional meetings
Radiation treatment plans
Current computer systems
Equipment
Laws
Programs used in the organization
Regulations and standards governing the practice of pharmacy
Solid tumors and common treatments
Accreditation standards and incorporate them into daily practice
Desired experience for oncology pharmacist includes:
PGY1 Residency required
Oncology rotations or previous experience preferred
PGY-2 specialty residency (candidates with equivalent experience are encouraged to apply)
Experience in ambulatory oncology pharmacy practice preferred
Management or supervisor with at least three (3) years as hospital staff Pharmacist
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, delegation skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision
Oncology Pharmacist Examples
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Oncology Pharmacist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking to fill the role of oncology pharmacist. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for oncology pharmacist
- Instructs patients on effects of food and alcohol intake
- Keeps accurate logs on all protocol drugs and patient assistance drugs
- Ensures that standard drug supplies are in adequate supply in all departments
- Receives new drug education from drug representatives
- Assist the physicians with the monitoring and dosing of non-chemotherapeutic medications as appropriate
- Provide clinical drug information to meet the needs of the customers, including physicians, nurses, patients and other healthcare professionals
- Participate in the training, orientation, and education of staff
- Maintain patient confidentiality according to UW Medical Center/SCCA standards
- Achieve cost savings targets and actively contributes to the pharmacy department pharmacoeconomic efforts and formulary management and assists the department leadership with maintaining budget targets
- Actively participate in clinical pharmacy programs and services and acts as a consultant in areas of expertise
Qualifications for oncology pharmacist
- Must be able to communicate in an effective, tactful and diplomatic manner
- Must have teamwork and delegation skills
- Must have the skills to produce accurate work results within established timeframes
- A Doctor of Pharmacy degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary
- Completed a Pharmacy Practice Residency with experience in Oncology and/or Critical Care (PGY-1) and /or equivalent experience
- A specialized clinical residency in Oncology (PGY-2) and /or experience is preferred
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Oncology Pharmacist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking for an oncology pharmacist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for oncology pharmacist
- Coordinate, educate and maintain investigational drug study activity specific to their area of practice and dispenses investigational drugs where needed
- Develop and implement clinical competency and education modules for Staff Clinical Pharmacists
- Develop and implement treatment guidelines, protocols, formulary changes and clinical pathways as approved by appropriate committees
- Directly supervise and instruct pharmacy residents and pharmacy students in clinical practice
- Document quality activities to achieve establish metrics to meet The Joint Commission (TJC), state and federal requirements
- Execute established policies, procedures and protocols to insure safe, appropriate, cost-effective medication therapies for patients and recommend therapeutic alternatives to medical staff as needed
- Prepare and collect data for MUE's, antibiotic sensitivity data, adverse drug reaction, and medication error and pharmacy interventions summary reports, drug monographs for P&T and pharmacy newsletter for the Department Director, P&T Committee, Antibiotic Subcommittee and Hospital QA
- Provide drug information through in-service education and daily support for pharmacy department staff, hospital clinical staff, medical residents and medical staff and consultation with patients and families
- Works with nurse manager to develop/evaluate work flow and performance standards for pharmacy staff
- Provides leadership and serves as a role model and resource person for clinical and staff pharmacists
Qualifications for oncology pharmacist
- Clinical knowledge of oncology and specialty pharmacy
- Hospital experience desired
- Other (10-2850C APPLICATION FOR ASSOCIATED HEALTH OCCUPATIONS, COPY OF LICENSE)
- Ability to work well on a team independently
- Will obtain and maintain BLS and ACLS certification within 1 year
- BS Pharmacy (5-year degree) or PharmD from College of Pharmacy accredited by American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP)
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Oncology Pharmacist Job Description
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Our growing company is hiring for an oncology pharmacist. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for oncology pharmacist
- Initiates, analyzes, and reviews monthly and annual reports to determine compliance with clinical initiatives and value propositions
- Responsible for overseeing and assisting Pharmacy Technicians in medication handling functions
- Reviews and prepares medication orders for dispensing to Arena Oncology Center patients
- Maintain a sustained record of contribution to the total body of knowledge in pharmacy practice through presentations, publications, and professional affiliation activities
- Present poster or platform presentations at state or national forums at least every 24 months
- Submit material worthy for publishing in a peer-reviewed journal at least every 24 months
- Participate as a formal reviewer for a peer-reviewed medical or pharmacy journal
- With the healthcare team, Implement and monitor patient medication therapy for achievement of desired therapeutic outcomes
- Documents interventions and outcomes related to drug therapy
- Collaborates with the healthcare team to manage drug therapy protocols
Qualifications for oncology pharmacist
- The preferred candidate would have previous experience in Oncology Pharmacy
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, data entry skills, analytical and basic math skills required
- Experience in a hospital pharmacy in pediatrics
- PharmD and active, unencumbered New York Pharmacy License is required
- PGY1/PGY2 residency/board certification is required
- 1 year of clinical pharmacy experience is required (2 years preferred)
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Oncology Pharmacist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of oncology pharmacist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for oncology pharmacist
- Provides direct pharmaceutical services to patients afflicted with cancer
- Enhances the quality of care delivered to patients
- Supports the educational and professional development of the department
- Cultivates good working relationships with staff, department management, physicians and executives
- Develops design of the EPR in collaboration with other clinical departments by facilitating design sessions
- Work with clinical end users to analyze their patient care requirements, map process models, design technical solutions to satisfy requirements, documents detailed specifications for IT build and complete formal system testing
- Designs, executes and evaluates educational activities, for end user training, which include skills training during the use of new computer applications and on-going education of enhancements
- Collaborate closely with and communicate between IT leadership and the clinical community to provide leadership for clinical systems projects and initiatives
- Coordinates champion participation at the unit level, providing assistance as appropriate
- Develops procedures for troubleshooting and training on medical device interfaces
Qualifications for oncology pharmacist
- Specialization in Oncology is strongly preferred
- Must be proficient with MS Office (Excel, PPT, Word, etc)
- Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision (remote work experience is preferred)
- Must be a team player, and possess strong interpersonal communication skills
- Doctorate of Pharmacy (preferred) or BS with equivalent experience
- Eligible for/or current Florida Pharmacist License
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Oncology Pharmacist Job Description
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Our innovative and growing company is hiring for an oncology pharmacist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for oncology pharmacist
- Leads testing system functionality by writing detailed testing scripts, facilitating testing events with end users and validating testing results, participates in issue resolution
- Holds lead role in all application conversions
- Participates in committees and task forces pertinent to clinical application system development
- Leads policies and procedure development for specific department/function responsibilities related to clinical application systems
- Acquire and maintain knowledge of all legal and regulatory requirements as they relate to clinical information systems
- Participate in all vendor training required to design, build, test and implement clinical information systems
- Contributes to the productivity and efficient operation of the department through skills transfer, continued professional growth, and self-education of new emerging technologies
- Work with information technology staff by providing clinical expertise in on-going application support
- Participate in clinical system evaluation when necessary in order to ensure the new solution meets SBUMC information technology standards
- Assist with the decision making process in the selection of appropriate evidence-based prophylaxis, chemotherapeutic, and supportive care regimens based on the extent of disease, patient performance status and desired outcome for the treatment of a variety of malignant and nonmalignant conditions including patient specific and system-wide treatment plans
Qualifications for oncology pharmacist
- One-year previous pediatric hospital experience or equivalent
- Two-years of clinical hospital pharmacy experience or equivalent
- Ability to assess patient care conditions and evaluate patient's response to medication therapy regimens
- ASHP Residency or advanced training preferred
- Three years experience working with oncology patients or must have completed a specialty residency in Oncology
- Licensed by the Washington State Board of Pharmacy as a pharmacist