Clinical Pharmacist - Medical Oncology

The Department of Pharmacy at Mount Auburn Hospital is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist in Medical Oncology to join our team. This pharmacist will work in a mainly decentralized role, providing clinical coverage for medical oncology patients, potential cross coverage of medical/surgical patients, and teaching opportunities within our Pharmacy Residency Program. This position will operate on a predominantly Monday-Friday day shift schedule, with rotating weekends/holidays, and evening/overnight coverage as needed. Pharmacists work closely with other health care practitioners to meet the various needs of our patients. Pharmacists review and approve medication orders, monitor drug therapies, and provide drug information. They improve the health of patients by providing pharmaceutical care to individual patients and by serving as a resource to physicians, nurses, and other health professionals. Pharmacists take on charge responsibility and supervise and direct support staff. Clinical Pharmacists must have the ability to work independently with minimal to no direct supervision. They must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. The Clinical Pharmacist assumes direct responsibility for medication distribution, IV admixtures, safety and efficacy of prescribed drug therapy in accordance with laws and regulations governing pharmacists and the practice of pharmacy by the appropriate state and federal agencies. The Clinical Pharmacist is responsible for the optimization of drug therapy by identifying, resolving, and preventing drug-related problems and improving therapeutic outcomes through their work in drug distribution, centralized pharmacy operations, and/or in patient care rounds. The Clinical Pharmacist will participate in patient care rounds as required by their assigned shifts and is required to staff every fourth weekend. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Practice in compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, regulations, and accrediting bodies (e.g., Board of Registration in Pharmacy, DPH, FDA, DEA). Adhere to and interpret institutional, departmental, and pharmacy policies and procedures, implementing them on assigned shifts. Maintain required licensure, certifications, credentials, and continuing education. Assume operational responsibility for assigned pharmacy service areas and shift activities without direct supervision. Provide staffing coverage across pharmacy areas as trained and assigned. Uphold a culture of professionalism, respect, teamwork, and patient safety within the Pharmacy Department. Coordinate and supervise the work of pharmacists, technicians, students, residents, interns, and other supportive personnel. Participate in onboarding, orientation, training, mentorship, precepting, and performance evaluation of pharmacy staff and learners. Prepare, compound, verify, and dispense medications (including sterile products, unit dose, bulk, and extemporaneous compounds) accurately and safely. Ensure the accuracy, sterility, and timeliness of all medication preparations and intravenous products. Maintain accurate records and controls for controlled substances, investigational drugs, and clinical research medications. Review, interpret, and verify medication orders for appropriateness, accuracy, and patient-specific factors; clarify discrepancies with prescribers. Provide prospective evaluation, monitoring, and optimization of drug therapy, including pharmacokinetic dosing and surveillance activities. Identify, document, resolve, and help prevent medication-related problems, adverse drug events, and near misses. Document and communicate clinical interventions, consults, and medication-related information to ensure continuity of care. Provide drug information and clinical consultation to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Support transitions of care through medication reconciliation, discharge counseling, and preparation/dispensing of ambulatory prescriptions. Participate in quality assurance, utilization review, drug use evaluations, and other departmental or institutional initiatives. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (five-year degree program) from an accredited college of pharmacy. Licensure to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts from the Board of Registration in Pharmacy. Good oral and interpersonal communication skills to communicate effectively with members of other healthcare disciplines and other Pharmacy staff. Extensive knowledge and ability in all areas of the department including IV Admixtures, Drug Information, Ambulatory, Manufacturing, and Drug Distribution. Comprehensive knowledge of Pharmacotherapy. Ability to work collaboratively as a member of the patient care team. Other Requirements Consistently promote a culture of Wellbeing, Empathy, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Equity as outlined in the organization's WE CARE values. Demonstrate commitment and actions to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment. Be able to stand/walk for prolonged periods of time (standing or walking approximately 70% of the time) and lift up to 25 lbs. Acknowledge occasional exposure to infectious disease and to possible carcinogenic, mutagenic, and sensitizing medications. Minimal exposure to caustic agents, acids, and fumes. All staff are required to be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. Pay Range

$120,640.00 USD – $162,364.80 USD

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