Clinical Oncology Pharmacist

Clinical Oncology Pharmacist - Tampa, FL

The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist is dedicated to the goal of contributing to the prevention and cure of cancer. The Clinical Specialist provides safe, evidence-based, cost-effective, and patient-centered medication management as an integral part of the Malignant Hematology interdisciplinary team. They are responsible for providing clinical pharmacy support to physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other staff when caring for patients both in the hospital and ambulatory clinics. The Clinical Specialist utilizes a high level of expertise to recommend, design, implement, monitor, and modify pharmaceutical care plans to optimize patient outcomes. With extensive clinical experience within their disease state specialization, the Clinical Specialist contributes to medication safety, formulary management, pathway/guideline development, policy development/implementation, oncology reimbursement and coverage, and clinical research. They also play an active role in the education of patients, family members, healthcare providers, and pharmacy students and residents.

Provide oversight for safe and appropriate use of medication prescribing, dispensing, administering, and monitoring. Deliver clinical pharmaceutical care to optimize drug therapy for cancer patients through recommendation, implementation, monitoring, and modification of individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the healthcare team. Perform medication order review, clarification, and verification assessing for completeness and appropriateness. Supervise accurate hazardous and non-hazardous drug preparation and distribution per policies and procedures. Process chemotherapy orders and perform necessary double checks. Develop, interpret, and provide medication-related information and education for pharmacists, providers, nurses, and other healthcare personnel. Coordinate and provide medication therapy education and counseling to patients and caregivers. Precept pharmacy students, residents, and others in training. Participate in clinical research and projects. Provide leadership for developing, implementing, and maintaining medication-related guidelines, policies, and standards. Manage the medication use process to improve workflow, quality, and safety for patients and staff. Oversee the cost-effective use of medications to ensure appropriate utilization of resources and reduce financial risk.

Doctor of Pharmacy Degree. Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) certification. Clinical pharmacist experience. Experience in medication prescribing, dispensing, administering, and monitoring. Chemotherapy order processing experience. Experience in medication therapy education and counseling. Experience in developing medication-related guidelines, policies, and standards. Experience with formulary management and pathway/guideline development. Knowledge of medication safety practices. Experience with oncology reimbursement and coverage.

PGY-2 Residency in Hematology/Oncology. Experience in malignant hematology. Experience with interdisciplinary teams. Experience in clinical research. Experience in the education of patients and family members. Experience with policy development and implementation. Experience with prior authorization processes.

The work environment is generally described as supportive and collaborative, with a strong sense of teamwork and collaboration among staff. The focus is heavily on providing excellent care to patients, making the work rewarding as employees directly contribute to patient well-being. Opportunities for professional growth and development are available, with support from supervisors and colleagues. The environment is clean and safe, maintained by the Environmental Services team. Efforts are made to maintain a good work-life balance despite some challenges with staffing and workload. Overall, it is a fulfilling experience, especially for those passionate about healthcare and patient support.

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $180000.00/yr. Comprehensive Benefits Package Offers a competitive benefits package that supports employees through every stage of life and career. Key benefits include:

Health Benefits: covers the majority of health care costs for employees, including comprehensive preventive care at no cost. Medical: Three medical plan options with prescription drug benefits. Dental: Two dental coverage options, including preventive care and orthodontics. Vision: Coverage for routine eye care expenses. Financial Protection: Life and AD&D Insurance: Basic coverage provided, with options for additional employee-paid coverage. Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term plans available. Voluntary Benefits: Options such as pet insurance, cancer insurance, and identity theft protection.

Retirement Plans: 403(b) Retirement Plan: Automatic enrollment with generous matching contributions after one year of service. Work-Life Balance places a priority on work-life balance, offering services to save time and reduce stress: On-Site Medical Clinic: Free access for employees, including care for personal illness and chronic conditions. Child and Elder Care: Cost-saving benefits, including an on-campus child development center and back-up care services. New Mother's Rooms: Numerous lactation rooms available throughout the locations. Wellness Programs: Fitness classes, wellness activities, and rewards for participating in wellness programs. Professional Growth and Development is committed to the professional growth of its employees, offering opportunities for advancement and continuous learning.

Mission-Driven Work Employees at are part of a mission-driven organization focused on making a difference in the lives of cancer patients and advancing cancer research. Supportive Community Means being part of a supportive and collaborative community dedicated to excellence in patient care and research.

This is a fully onsite position in Miami,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2025.

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