Oncology Clinical Pharmacist I (per diem)

Overview:

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
As members of a High Reliability Organization (HRO), every employee should practice CHAMP behavior and strive to make patient safety a top priority. Demonstrates a mastery of basic skills of an oncology pharmacist. Maintains an acquired body of knowledge with experience gained in order to have a positive impact on the care of the oncology patient. Demonstrates clinically sound decision making skills.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities:

• 1. Resolves drug distribution problems assuring accurate and timely dose delivery to all patients
• 1.1 Responds to telephone requests for medications in appropriate fashion accommodating callers request or routing call to appropriate person
• 2. Interprets Clinical and Pharmacokinetic Lab Data in order to formulate medication monitoring plans
• 2.1 Demonstrates knowledge of basic pharmacokineteic principles and pharmacokinetic calculations
• 3. Problem Identification and Resolution
• 3.1 Communicate and documents problem detection, relevant findings, recommmendations,and necessary follow-up
• 4. Provides drug information to nurses, prescribers, and other healthcare professionals
• 4.1 Serves as primary source of drug information to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
• 5. Educational Activities
• 5.1 Participates in and contributes to educational forums within the department (written or verbal)
• 6. Documents medication use variances (MUVs) and Adverse Drug Reactions (ADR's)
• 6.1 Documents actual and prevented medication use variances within the pemenic system
• 7. Complete department education and competancies in a timely manner in order to satisfy regulatory requirements

Qualifications:

EDUCATION

Graduated from an accredited College of Pharmacy with a B.S. or Pharm. D. degree. Completion of a residency in hospital pharmacy from a program accredited by the American Society of Hospital Pharmacists is desirable but not required.

EXPERIENCE

Two years experience in an oncology based hospital or outpatient oncology pharmacy setting is preferred for this position

LICENSURE

Licensed to practice pharmacy in Connecticut or eligible for reciprocation

SPECIAL SKILLS

This individual should demonstrate knowledge of oncology pharmacology and therapeutics, and understand pharmacy systems of drug distribution, manufacturing technology, clinical trials when applicable, and formulary management. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with others required.