Director - Pharmacy II, Oncology

Job Summary

Directs, coordinates, organizes, plans, and supports the clinical pharmacy operations of the Oncology Pharmacy department. 

Essential Functions

• Advances and maintains the Pharmacy scope of practice appropriate for the organization’s primary functions focusing on clinical practice advancement within the Oncology Pharmacy service line, aligned with enterprise goals. 
• Collaborates with key pharmacy and non-pharmacy stakeholders to advance the goals and objectives of the service line to advance clinical oncology pharmacy practice.
• Connects with interdisciplinary partners in medical staff oncology practice areas, nursing and other ancillary support areas, as appropriate. 
• Ahieves goals on an annual basis supporting the organization's strategic plan.
• Builds community and teamwork both inside and outside of the department to create and maintain a positive work environment.
• Manages the adherence to the drug formulary.
• Assists in preparing annual budget.
• Interprets and administers HR policies.
• Ensures that the pharmacy services are compliant with regulatory standards.
• Develops policies and procedures to promote safe and effective use of medication.
• Coordinates performance improvement and quality activities of the Pharmacy Department.
• Plans new or revised services based on innovation, technology, clinical, regulatory, or changes.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates programs to ensure that optimal, high quality pharmaceutical care is provided.
• Oversees staffing to ensure safe patient care.

Physical Requirements

Requires walking, standing, pushing carts of 50 pounds maximum, and lifting of 20 pounds maximum. Required to frequently stretch, bend, squat, or kneel to perform job. Utilizes appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to minimize exposure to hazardous agents. Takes necessary precautions to avoid inadvertent needle sticks, minor cuts or bruises. Exposed to various conditions throughout the workday such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs and changes in temperature and humidity. Must be able to perform manipulative skills such as writing, typing, and data entry into the computer and automated dispensing machines. Must have use of both hands, be able to see clearly and read small type. Must be able to speak and be understood by others to communicate effectively. Must be able to hear normal sounds with moderate background noises.

Education, Experience and Certifications

BS or PharmD from an accredited school of pharmacy required; Master’s Degree preferred. License in NC or eligible for reciprocity required. 4 years’ experience in a similar position and/or an ASHP accredited residency plus three years supervisory experience required. Knowledge of health care finance and management required. Knowledge of all laws and regulations affecting the practice of pharmacy required. Knowledge of pharmacy and its related subdisciplines, knowledge of formulary development, drug utilization, and quality assurance required. Proficient written and oral communication skills required. To be promoted to Dir II must meet 1 of the following: Pharmacist in charge for greater than 200 licensed beds, greater than 40 FTE's in the department or, manages Remote Order Entry Services for multiple facilities.