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Full time, day shift

General work hours: Monday - Friday, on-call every 4th weekend

Overview: The Hematology/Oncology Clinical Pharmacist Specialist will have a primary focus in

hematology and is an integral member of the hematology team. In addition to providing direct patient

care, the Clinical Specialist will work closely with the multidisciplinary care team including physicians,

mid-level providers, nurses, social workers, and case managers to optimize medication management and

clinical outcomes for patients in a financially responsible manner. The Clinical Specialist will also be

involved in implementing investigational drug research, Heme/Onc medication safety process

improvements, as well as provide oversight of medication management policies and procedures.

Essential Job Functions

Knowledge and Use of Grady Health System and Departmental Policies and Procedures:

Demonstrates ability to apply policies and procedures involving drug information, rational drug

therapy assurance, and/or research in patient care situations. Collaborates with other Heme/Onc

Clinical Specialists and Epic team to build and validate Beacon treatment plans. Actively

participates in departmental committees where applicable policies and procedures are

implemented/reviewed/revised.

Drug Related Problem Identification and Resolution, Medication Orders: Demonstrates efficiency

in medication order process including order entry, review and verification. Intervenes in

situations where a therapeutic alternative requires a detailed understanding of disease state

treatment options and supportive care management. Identifies areas for patient care quality

improvement, develops/implements/revises protocols or guidelines, and documents impact.

Drug Information Retrieval, Interpretation, and Communication: Plays integral role on the

multidisciplinary service by acting as the drug information resource on the team. Researches,

answers and applies routine and complex drug information questions to patient cases.

Selects and applies relevant drug literature to specific patient cases. Conveys responses to drug

information questions in appropriate depth, scope and time frame.

Pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamic Knowledge, Patient Assessment, Intervention &

Communication Skills: Evaluates drug therapy and utilizes pharmacotherapy principles and

protocols to recommend therapy initiation and changes when appropriate. Able to use strong

critical thinking skills to interpret and translate information for use in patients with cancer

and/or benign hematologic disease states.

Professional Development & Interactions: Represents and actively participates on committees

within the pharmacy department, Cancer Center and/or hospital. Maintains ACLS certification

and demonstrates ability to participate in codes commensurate with level of training.

Educational Activities and Effectiveness and Scholarly Achievements:

Serves as a clinical rotation preceptor for residents, students, and other trainees. Effectively

precepts trainee-required experiences including research projects, formal seminar/case

presentations, and medication use evaluations.

Provides education to patients and family members, other healthcare professionals, pharmacy

students, and residents.

Supervision & Leadership Skills: Assists in development and achievement of departmental

patient care goals. Actively participate in local, state and/or national Heme/Onc

organizations and/or committees.

Qualifications

Graduate of an ACPE-accredited school of Pharmacy.

Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY-1 and PGY-2 residency in Oncology.

Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties Oncology Board Certification (BCOP) or must be obtained

within one year of employment.

Licensed as a pharmacist in the state of Georgia, or eligible for licensure within 120 days through

reciprocity or exam.

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association

requirement.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within one year of hire.

Must be able to handle multiple assignments, work flexible hours, and communicate with

technical personnel and end users in a positive manner.

Demonstrated attention to detail and organizational skills.

Proven track record of critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.

Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

EPIC and Beacon proficiency preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.