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Clinical Pharmacist Specialist (HematologyOncology) Full-Time at University of Chicago Medicine

University of Chicago Medicine Chicago, IL

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Job DescriptionBe a part of a world-class academic healthcare system UChicago Medicine as aClinical Oncology Pharmacist Specialist. As aClinical Oncology Pharmacist Specialist you will bearegistered pharmacistwho assumesresponsibility and accountability for the provision of safe effective and prompt medication therapy. You will provideclinicalpharmacy services forHematology/Oncologypatients receiving treatmentas an inpatient or ambulatory setting joining a large team of Clinical Oncology Specialists.Eligible for a Sign-On Bonus up to $5000ThisClinical Oncology Pharmacy Specialist positionwill provide support for ourhematology/oncology medical teams. Pharmaceutical care services include but are not limited to assessing patient needs incorporating age and disease specific characteristics into drug therapy and patient education adjusting care according to patient response and providing clinical interventions to detect mitigate and prevent medication adverse events. Clinical Pharmacist Specialists serve as departmental resources and liaisons to other departments hospital personnel or external groups. They proficiently manage and facilitate the appropriate use of medications according to professional and regulatory standards. They also conduct clinical research and practice advancement projects as well as patient care quality and regulatory compliance initiatives designed to improve medication-use processes or pharmacy practice. Clinical Pharmacist Specialists provide medication and practice-related education/training and actively serve as preceptors for doctor of pharmacy students and pharmacy residents.Essential Job FunctionsDelivers direct patient care and clinical practice including decentralized and service-based programs.Rounding (i.e. teaching rounds interdisciplinary rounds) withhematology/oncologymedicine services.Primary preceptor (PGY1 and PGY2 residents; APPE and IPPE pharmacy students).Required QualificationsGraduate of an ACPE accredited School of PharmacyCompletion of ASHP accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy ResidencyKnowledge of contemporary hospital/clinical practice and service.Knowledge and understanding of general hospital operations and regulatory compliance.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to interact constructively with supervisors peers and support personnel.Ability to integrate clinical and distributive pharmacy services with quality improvement teaching research and professional development activities.Significant general clinical knowledge and expertise in traditional therapeutics and patient centered care.Significant knowledge and expertise in advanced pharmacy practice specialty medication therapy management and specialty evidence-based medicine in area appropriate for clinical assignments.Strong teaching and precepting skills and expertise in experiential training.Eligible for licensure as a pharmacist in the state of Illinois or eligible (complete licensure process within 60 days of employment).Board Certification in area of expertise is required within 18 months of hire (BCOP).Preferred QualificationsDoctor of Pharmacy or another advanced degreePGY-2 Oncology Pharmacy ResidencyClinical pharmacy experience (2-4 years) in a hospital setting (required if no PGY-2 residency).Position DetailsJob Type/FTE: Full Time (1.00)Shift: RotatingLocation: Pharmacy Services- Hyde ParkUnit/Department: Hematology/OncologyCBA Code: Non-UnionWhy Join UsWeve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion always mindful that each patient is a person an individual. To accomplish this we need employees with passion talent and commitment with patients and with each other. Were in this together: working to advance medical innovation serve the health needs of the community and move our collective knowledge forward. If youd like to add enriching human life to your profile UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront were doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at:UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities.UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color ethnicity ancestry sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status civil union status parental status religion national origin age disability veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.Must comply with UChicago Medicines COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly a pre-employment physical drug screening and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.Compensation & Benefits OverviewUChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Abinitio,Administration And Accounting,Android,Bid Management,Inventory Management,Embedded C Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1

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