Clinical Pharmacist Specialist | Malignant Hematology

Clinical Pharmacist Specialist Department: Oncology Location: Rochester General Hospital Hours Per Week: 40 hours Schedule: Monday‑Friday day shift; On‑call, every 6th weekend SUMMARY The Clinical Pharmacist Specialist provides clinical pharmacy services for the Lipson Cancer Institute in a professional and competent manner to support the inpatient malignant hematology service along with other inpatient hematology and oncology patients, including treatments such as BiTE (bispecific T‑cell engager) therapies. RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Services: Possess a broad scope and depth of pharmacotherapy knowledge and clinical skills, performing independently and responsible for complex decision‑making, such as drug therapy selection. Participate in weekday inpatient multidisciplinary rounds with malignant hematology and BiTE therapy services. Own preparation, release, and coordination of chemotherapy and other anti‑cancer orders for inpatient administration using Beacon. Provide medication education to patients and caregivers on new chemotherapy and anti‑cancer therapies, transitions of care counseling, and coordinate weekday meds‑to‑beds for inpatients. Develop, recommend, and monitor therapeutic plans. Lead participation in the Oncology Pharmacy & Therapeutics committee and the System Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee meetings. Collaborate on multidisciplinary teams to develop protocols, order sets, and critical pathways to optimize patient care. Develop, conduct, and participate in drug quality programs, drug usage evaluations, and research; present findings at appropriate local or national professional meetings. Respond to complex drug information requests using literature searching expertise; evaluate and summarize primary literature for formulary reviews and patient care decisions. Work with pharmacy management and specialty departments to implement policies and procedures ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations (state, federal, accrediting bodies, National Patient Safety Goals). Occasionally rotate into the RGH Lipson Cancer Center Outpatient Infusion Pharmacy to assist in operational duties. Detect, prevent, monitor, document, and report adverse drug events and medication errors. Respond to patient care urgencies/emergencies within the area of expertise. Education and Mentorship: Take a leadership role in teaching prescribers, pharmacists, and/or nursing staff through formal teaching programs and informal meetings. Precept Pharmacy Interns and Residents as appropriate. Commit to continual learning of new knowledge and enhancement of critical thinking and problem‑solving skills; attend at least one national professional meeting annually. Act as the oncology pharmacy lead for PGY1 Residency at Rochester General. Develop PGY1 or PGY2 curriculum and resident precepting. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Completion of residency or fellowship training or board certification through the Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties; may be working toward board certification with a mutually agreed timeline. Licensure as a Pharmacist in New York State. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience with Epic and Beacon systems. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Medium work – exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and greater than negligible up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects; requires frequent walking, standing, or squatting. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations. PAY RANGE $130,000.00 – $168,000.00 EEO STATEMENT Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr