Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - Ambulatory Solid Tumors

Job Summary

This Pharmacist Will Provide care to patients seen in the ambulatory solid tumor clinics with a focus on breast cancer and melanoma. As an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, collaborate with providers on crafting and personalization of treatment plans for patients with breast cancer, melanoma, and other solid tumor malignancies.

Responsibilities

• Guide incorporation of new treatments in a standardized evidence-based fashion, in conjunction with other members of the solid tumor pharmacist team, including involvement at tumor board discussions.
• Provide independent visits with patients to educate on complex treatment regimens and provide supportive care.
• Practice under a Collaborative Practice Agreement for nausea, vomiting, constipation, and diarrhea, as well as participate in a nausea and vomiting patient-reported outcome text messaging program.
• Carefully coordinate care to promote outpatient delivery of treatments for solid tumors.
• Collaborate closely with inpatient solid tumor teams to provide patient centered care.

Required Qualifications

• A Doctor of Pharmacy degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current license to practice pharmacy in the State of Michigan (including a Controlled Substance license), verifiable in LARA; or eligibility to become licensed within 90 days of employment start date.
• A certificate of completion from an oncology residency, fellowship, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is necessary.
• Experience in clinical pharmacy practice is necessary.
• Board Certification in Oncology Pharmacy is desired, but not required.

What skills would you master?

• Assure safe and evidence-based, cost-effective use of medications, as well as contribute to formulary review and maintenance.
• Assist in the development of staff educational and training programs within the Pharmacy Department.
• Work individually and/or collaboratively on scholarly/research activity.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

• Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850.
• Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the worlds most distinguished academic health systems.
• Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

Perks and Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage for dependents and spouse or other qualifying adult.
• Generous PTO program, paid parental leave, and wellness programs.
• Tremendous team support.
• Teaching and mentorship opportunities.

Schedule

This position is full-time, working Monday through Friday on day shift.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.