Clinical Pharmacist I, Oncology and Infusion

About the Role

Oncology and infusion coverage, rotating across UMMC Infusion centers. Responsible for providing medication therapy management services, both clinical and distributive tasks as necessary, in collaboration with other providers to assure that drug therapy is safe, effective, efficient, and cost-effective.

Pharmacy services include medication distribution, medication therapy monitoring, medication orders management, drug information, and drug dosing. Ensures patient care compliance with department policies, Board of Pharmacy rules, and other regulatory bodies. Provides oversight and direction to Pharmacy Technicians and may train onboarding team members and other learners. Acts independently within the scope of their license and expertise, with support from Pharmacy Leadership. May act in the capacity of another pharmacy leader as designated.

Responsibilities

• Provides pharmaceutical care to patients, promoting optimal drug therapy and safe medication use.
• Assesses patient-specific data to evaluate medication needs, verifies orders, and oversees preparation, dispensing, distribution, and monitoring of medications.
• Collaborates with and educates pharmacy and medical staff, nurses, allied health professionals, patients, and caregivers.
• Acts as a preceptor for learners as directed.
• Manages care, quality, and costs by evaluating and improving medication utilization to enhance safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Oversees and directs the work of other pharmacy staff, ensuring service standards are met.
• Participates in and/or provides direct patient care in any setting or capacity.
• Performs additional duties as assigned, with specific responsibilities documented internally by the Department of Pharmacy.

Requirements

• Prioritizes work responsibilities and manages multiple demands.
• Demonstrates self-responsibility, accountability, and adherence to best practice standards and hospital policies.
• Maintains competency in pharmacy-related technology and supports team member training.
• Seeks guidance and validation of knowledge, skills, and decision-making as needed.
• Practices effective problem-solving and accepts change as part of the process.
• Demonstrates effective communication and appropriate use of authority.
• Enhances professional growth through educational programs, literature, and workshops.
• Identifies adherence to best practices and guidelines for medication management.
• Attends required hospital and departmental meetings.
• Utilizes customer relations skills to interact respectfully with patients, families, and team members.
• Represents the department on hospital committees and community organizations.
• Participates in developing policies, procedures, and guidelines for medication use.
• Maintains awareness of UMMS and Pharmacy Department operations and communications.
• Aligns with the mission, vision, and values of UMMS.

Qualifications

• Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) required, unless graduated from a U.S. School of Pharmacy in or before 2003 or holds a foreign equivalent.
• Maryland Pharmacist License.
• 1 year of experience preferred.