PHARMACY-- CLINICAL ONCOLOGY PHARMACIST

Oncology Specialty Clinical Pharmacist
The Oncology Specialty Clinical Pharmacist will provide Oncology specialty pharmaceutical care services in the SMG Dispensary using approved protocols in collaboration with other health care professionals, including managing and dispensing oncology oral & supportive drug therapy and providing patient education while promoting high quality, evidence-based, cost-effective oncology specialty pharmaceutical care. Under various approved NCCN treatment protocols, evaluates patient specific drug therapy management plans and therapy endpoints and recommends changes and improvements in oncology & supportive drug therapy based on information obtained through patient interviews, objective monitoring parameters, review of drug profiles and the patient medical record.
Assesses clinical appropriateness of medication to be administered, route of administration, and medication strength, dose, and frequency along with clinical data for relevant characteristics that affect effectiveness of medication and associated risks, (e.g. comorbidities, contraindications, duplicative therapy, side effects, potential drug interactions, allergies, age, weight)
Obtains prior authorizations for oncology & supportive oral medications by working closely with PBM's and manufacturer grant organizations for co-pay assistance.
Communicates and documents findings and pharmacist interventions with prescribers and provides appropriate alternatives to current treatment plans as needed in the EHR.
Optimizes patient medication adherence through counseling, and application of motivational interviewing skills. Documents patient consultations at therapy initiation and follow-up, including review of oncology oral & supportive medication effectiveness, side effects, lab monitoring, expected outcomes of therapy and duration of therapy.
Conducts patient medication history inquiries and oncology oral & supportive drug information requests upon referral from physicians and other medical personnel.
Collaborate with other health care professionals to plan, monitor, review, or evaluate the quality or effectiveness of drugs or drug regimens, providing advice on drug applications or characteristics.
Coordinates and interprets laboratory monitoring of drug therapy, including serum drug levels, electrolytes, and other drug-related laboratory tests.
Participates and prepares presentations on the P&T committee and quality improvement committees and effectively communicates with stakeholders.
Participates in the review and analysis of Oncology Pharmacy Data reports with objective of identifying actionable opportunities to improve patient outcomes.
Develops and participates in operational and clinical projects as determined by current departmental needs and ongoing projects.
Participates in the development and presentation of specialty pharmacy education to providers and staff via department meetings, newsletters, formal utilization reviews, and one-on-one interactions
Assures ongoing performance improvement of the specialty pharmaceutical care services provided.
Provides feedback and/or consultation related to technology utilization for documentation of specialty clinical pharmacy outcomes, or other identified medication related issues
Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:
NJ State Board of Pharmacy licensed required.
Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties Certification: Board Certified Ambulatory Care or Pharmacotherapeutics Pharmacist required. Certified Specialty Pharmacist credentials required.
American Pharmaceutical Association MTM Certification preferred.
Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing required.
Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail).
Experience with Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment required.
Prior Specialty Clinical Pharmacy experience in retail or a PBM Specialty Pharmacy preferred: Adheres to local, state, and federal laws regarding the profession of pharmacy practice.
Pay Range: $70.87 - $88.65 Hourly