What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Oncology Pharmacist position at The US Oncology Network?
Overview
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The general pay scale for this position at MOH is $125,687 - $169,677 per year. The actual hiring rate is dependent on many factors, including but not limited to prior work experience, education, job/position responsibilities, location, work performance, etc.
Scope:
Oversees pharmaceutical care plans in designated specialty areas or product lines, including initial in-depth patient evaluations, development of care plans, and ensuring treatment plans are carried out. Ensures ongoing review of patient clinical status. Recommends adjustments to drug therapy based on clinical status and treatment outcomes. Coordinates with clinical providers to ensure all aspects of pharmaceutical care are delivered safely and timely. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform initial patient evaluations and work-ups related to disease status and anticipated prescribed therapy.
- Collect, analyze, interpret, and evaluate data relevant to patient therapy. Obtain histories and other patient data to optimize drug therapy and nutritional support management, maximizing comprehension of medication administration and side effects.
- Establish therapeutic objectives and monitor patients for desired therapeutic outcomes. Evaluate the significance of signs and symptoms relative to disease processes and recommend modifications in drug therapy.
- Detect and evaluate the clinical importance of adverse reactions and complications associated with drug therapy. Provide counseling and answer questions from patients, family, and healthcare professionals concerning drug therapy.
- Maintain active involvement with clinicians in the development and implementation of a standard drug order format and ordering process.
- Maintain thorough and appropriate documentation in the patient clinical chart of physician orders and communication with other healthcare professionals.
- Coordinate with physician staff and service providers in planning and implementing patient care plans to ensure safe and timely delivery of drug therapy.
- Review and perform QA checks on all new and repeat medication orders. May prepare or supervise the preparation and dispensing of drug therapy according to Company policies and procedures.
- Present training and in-service programs as necessary.
- Provide educational initiatives for patients, caregivers, and healthcare team members.
- Participate in policy development, advocacy, and institutional committees.
- Review and recommend treatment plans in the EMR.
- May supervise the activity of Pharmacy Technicians.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Pharm.D. degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
- Minimum five years’ experience as a registered pharmacist, including three years in oncology or completion of PGY2 Oncology Residency.
- Valid state licensure as a Registered Pharmacist.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be offered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands of this job typically require a full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination and the ability to read and note appropriate measurements. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be offered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and chemotherapeutic agents.
Salary : $125,687 - $169,677
