Oncology Pharmacy Specialist

Department Job Description Summary

Completes drug utilization reviews
Leads and develops pharmacy clinical services
Leader and mentor of the antimicrobial management and other clinical programs
Participates in the design, collection, and reporting of adverse drug reactions, drug utilization reviews, medication errors and pharmacy quality initiatives
Leads the training and mentorship of pharmacists, pharmacy students, residents, technicians, nurses and physicians
Provides and demonstrates expertise in a specialized area of pharmacy practice (operational and/or clinical)
Provides advanced technical support as assigned for automated dispensing machines and other pharmacy computer systems
Effectively and proactively intervenes in conflicts between pharmacy and medical staff regarding drug therapy issue resolutions
Maintains appropriate controlled substance records
Works with the Pharmacy Director appropriate manager to identify and develop processes to meet or exceed all controlled substance diversion prevention and monitoring standards
Participates in controlled substance reviews and audits
Complies with all regulatory standards
Works with the Pharmacy Director and Operations/Clinical Manager to identify and develop processes to meet or exceed all regulatory standards
Participates in quality and regulatory reviews and audits
Prioritizes work and leads others to comply with facility medication turn-around time policy and procedure
Identifies areas for improved efficiency
Assists in implementation of clinical and operational process changes
Assists in providing feedback with staff performance evaluations
Acts as manager in charge as assigned
Provides review and guidance on physician order sets and other evidenced based medication use guidelines
Prepares pharmacy newsletters and/or other forms of written and electronic communication
Performs drug class reviews and drug monographs
Participates in all aspects of managing the drug formulary
Leads the development, implementation, and monitoring of pharmacy operations initiatives (operational/clinical)
Develops and reviews pharmacy policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Licensed Pharmacist in the State of Florida and Board Certification preferred for a Pharm D. candidate and required for a B.S. Pharmacist Candidate.
• Board Certification in specialty area of practice preferred.
• Education: Ph.D. from an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy or B.S. Pharmacy Degree from an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy WITH a required Board Certification.
• Experience: Specialized Residency (PGY-2), or Fellowship in the clinical service specialty practice area, or equivalent practice experience (completion of 4 years of practice experience in the specialized area or completion of a PGY-1 Residency plus 2 additional years of practice experience in the specialized area)
• Track record of exceptional performance in leadership, clinical practice, research, and education in specialty area of practice.
• Fully meets ASHP Residency Preceptor Requirements.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Retail retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• On-site housing for select positions and more!

Certification & Degree Requirements

• Ph.D. from an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy or B.S. Pharmacy Degree from an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy WITH a required Board Certification.