Clinical Pharmacist - Pharmacy Outpatient Infusion Lime Spring

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Lancaster

Work Type: Part Time

FTE: 0.50

Shift: Day

Hours: 4
Recruiter Contact: Melissa Leota at View email address on click.appcast.io

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Join Our Dedicated Team as an Outpatient Oncology Clinical Pharmacist at Penn State Health LimeSpring!

Become a vital part of our mission to deliver exceptional patient care as a Part-time Outpatient Oncology Clinical Pharmacist at the Penn State Health LimeSpring Hematology/Oncology center in Lancaster, PA. This role provides a unique opportunity to directly impact patient outcomes within our adult infusion center, working closely with a collaborative interdisciplinary team. You will leverage your pharmaceutical expertise to optimize oncologic and medical specialty treatment plans, ensuring efficient and cost-effective care.

Your responsibilities will encompass a blend of direct patient interaction and critical operational support:

• Patient-Centered Care: Engage directly with providers, nurses, and patients, providing education and acting as a trusted pharmaceutical resource.
• Treatment Plan Optimization: Collaborate with the medical team to evaluate and refine oncologic and medical specialty treatment plans.
• Sterile Product Management: Promote the safe handling and preparation of sterile products, ensuring adherence to USP 797 and 800 regulations.
• Inventory and Acquisition: Assist with product acquisition and efficient pharmaceutical inventory management.
• Quality Improvement: Engage with peers and interdisciplinary colleagues to develop and implement initiatives that enhance patient care.

This part-time position offers a balanced work-life schedule:

• Monday - Friday, 8:00a - 12:00p (hours negotiable).
• No evenings, weekends, or holidays.

We are seeking a candidate who embodies the following qualities:

• Reliability and Self-Motivation: A proactive approach to patient care and operational responsibilities.
• Team-Oriented Attitude: A positive and collaborative spirit, fostering strong working relationships.
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills: Effectively communicating and interacting with diverse team members and patients.
• Adaptability: The capacity to thrive in a dynamic and evolving healthcare environment.
• Commitment to Growth: A genuine desire to expand knowledge and skills in oncology pharmacy.
• Preferred Experience: Prior experience in oncology, infusion, and/or specialty pharmacy is highly valued.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity and working knowledge of USP 797 and 800 regulations are preferred.

Join us at Penn State Health LimeSpring and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients!

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.S. or Pharm.D. degree in pharmacy required.
• Current Pennsylvania Licensure or eligibility required.
• Previous hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Must be an effective communicator and have excellent time management and conflict resolution skills.

PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Able to sit occasionally; stand constantly; walk frequently.
• Able to lift 0-10 lbs. constantly; 11-35 lbs. occasionally.
• Able to carry 0-10 lbs. frequently; 11-35 lbs. occasionally.
• Able to push 0-10 lbs. constantly; 11-20 lbs. frequently; 21-35 lbs. occasionally.
• Able to pull 0-20 lbs. frequently; 21-35 lbs. occasionally.
• Able to climb occasionally; reach constantly.
• Able to use hands for simple/firm grasping.

*Appended to this job description is the Work Task Analysis that further describes the physical requirements appropriate for this role.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania's only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE'LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence - that's Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That's all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health's policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

Union: Non Bargained

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