Oncology Pharmacy Specialist - Springfield Regional Medical Center
Oncology Pharmacy Specialist - Springfield Regional Medical Center
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Job Description
Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
20Work Shift:
Days (United States of America)Part Time 20 Hour Days
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist participates in clinical programs and initiatives >90% of the time with a consistency in schedule. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist has received specialized training in their dedicated area of practice and ensures safe rational and costeffective therapy in their respective practice area. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist will act in compliance with all applicable rules regulations and standards as promulgated by Federal State and accrediting agencies or regulating bodies. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist maintains established departmental policies and procedures while promoting department objectives.
Essential Job Functions
- Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care to a focused population and serve as a subject matter expert in area of specialty
- Patient focused activities may include but are not limited to inperson/telephonic pharmaceutical care clinics or patient care areas therapeutic drug monitoring programs consult agreements and programs to support ministry and/or statewide initiatives
- Lead clinical programs to improve patient care optimize medication therapy and promote health and disease prevention
- Perform medication reviews and medication therapy management to ensure safe and appropriate use of medications and achieve defined patient care outcomes
- Identify and promote costcontainment efforts towards both medication utilization and best use of pharmacy resources
- Maintains proficiency in order processing and supports pharmacy operations in medication distribution and operational functions to facilitate accurate and timely medication availability
- Collaborate and communicate both verbally and in writing with pharmacy team members other health care professionals and leaders to deliver highquality pharmaceutical services and enhance departmental and organizational programs
- Perform medication education to improve patient understanding and adherence consistent with department guidance
- Provide education to pharmacy staff and serve as a preceptor for students and residents as assigned
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other jobrelated duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
Maintains current license for pharmacist in the state(s) where practicing (required)
Valid state issued ID (required)
BLS Certification (preferred)
Immunization Certified (preferred)
Education
Graduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS or PharmD (required)
Advanced pharmacy degree Doctor of Pharmacy Masters Residency (preferred)
Work Experience
Advanced knowledge and skills required to perform complex pharmacy functions; residency training or equivalent practice experience in associated pharmacy practice area or equivalent practice experience required to sit for Board certification in associated practice area (required)
PGY2 or 4 years of equivalent practice experience; Board Certification in associated pharmacy practice area (Ambulatory Care Cardiology Critical Care Sterile Compounding or other practice area approved by the Board of Pharmacy Specialties or other certifying board) (preferred)
Training
Exhibit proficient use of all computer hardware and software (required)
Language
None
Patient Population
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Neonates (04 weeks)
Infant (112 months)
Pediatrics (112 years)
Adolescents (1317 years)
Adults (1864 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
General office environment.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*
May have periods of constant interruptions.
Required to car travel to offsite locations occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Prolonged periods of working alone.
* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions use personal protective equipment and devices and learn the policies concerning infection control.
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Physical Requirements
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Acuity far
Acuity near
Hazards Depth perception
Use of Latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes
Exposure to high pitched noises
Skills
Prepare medication products consistent with practice site requirements
Handle hazardous drugs
Knowledge of pharmacy operating systems and automation
Computer knowledge MS Office spreadsheets PowerPoint drug databases
Subject matter expert for medications in area of practice including adverse effects interactions proper dosing monitoring parameters and cost
Regulatory compliance
Develop SMART goals and objectives
Utilize SBAR format
Provide medication education
Analytical skills database management data presentation data and metrics interpreting
Work in a complex team environment
Attention to detail
Critical thinking
Customer service for internal and external customers
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Coaching and mentoring
Organization
Stress management
Relationship building
Timemanagement
MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
- Comprehensive affordable medical dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w/AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.
Department:
Pharmacy SpringfieldIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 601.4(a) 60300.5(a) and 60741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Part-Time
