Oncology Pharmacy Clinical Specialist at Boston Medical Center

POSITION SUMMARY:Under the direction of the Director of Specialty pharmacy and Clinical Development the Clinical Oncology Pharmacy Specialist ensures optimum patient outcomes related to cancer and supportive care medication use by preventing or resolving drug-related issues and optimizing the drug therapy of cancer patients. Provides drug information to patients and families physicians nurses and other healthcare professional. Integrally involved in education of pharmacists residents and students. Strives to increase knowledge through research and writing activities. The Clinical Oncology Pharmacy Specialist may also be involved as necessary in coordinating the acquisition distribution and control of drug therapy for patients under the care of the pharmacist. The Clinical Oncology Pharmacy Specialist is an integral part of cancer care team providing valuable information related to drug monitoring and if necessary will make treatment decisions when necessary as outlined in a collaborative practice agreement.Position: Clinical Oncology Pharmacy Specialist Department: Pharmacy Community Hospital SouthSchedule: Full TimeESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:Responsible for the pharmaceutical care within oncology practice settings; practice setting areas may include one or more of the following: inpatient ambulatory clinic/infusion or specialty pharmacyBe a resource to oversee quality improvement projects formulary decisions and other workflow designsThe specialist will be expected to develop a practice within the various ambulatory practice sites and liaison as appropriate with other partners. Such practice should include a collaborative practice agreement in which the pharmacist in accordance with federal state and local statutes and regulations acts an independent practitioner in that the pharmacist evaluates and if necessary makes appropriate treatment modifications Activities include evaluate monitor and modify drug therapy provide recommendations to optimize patient outcomes provide patients with new medication education minimize safety issues and assure cost effectiveness as well as provide drug information for medical personnelThe pharmacist will be expected to collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure accreditation and/or statutory requirements are being met including but not limited to URAC Joint Commission FACTEvaluate monitor and modify drug therapy and if applicable prescribe or discontinue treatments when necessary and when outlined under the collaborative practice agreementProvide patients with new medication educationCoordinate pharmacotherapy activities and educational opportunities for department pharmacists and residents in the ambulatory practice settingParticipates in medication formulary reviewAssist with collection and presentation of patient outcomes data.Staffs in pharmacy-driven clinical services as directed to the Oncology Pharmacy Manager. Services can include but is not limited to CINV adherence and intravenous iron programs(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).JOB REQUIREMENTSEDUCATION:Doctor of Pharmacy/Bachelor of Pharmacy from accredited school of Pharmacy.CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:MA pharmacist license required by the hire dateBoard certification in Oncology (BCOP) obtained within 12 months of hire date OR if applicable within 24 months of hire date if employee just completed PGY2 ASHP accreditation in Oncology within 6 months of hire dateEXPERIENCE:PGY2 in Oncology or Internal medicine ASHP accredited program ORPGY 1 ASHP accredited program AND 1 year of oncology related experience (3 years preferred) with a demonstrated skillset involving formulary committee policy and procedure development cancer-related quality improvement project OR 3 years (5 years preferred) of oncology related practice experience with a demonstrated skillset involving formulary committee policy and procedure development cancer-related quality improvement projectCompensation Range:$72500.00- $105000.00This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education experience skills and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs internal equity and addition BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes but is not limited to benefits (medical dental vision pharmacy) discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases Flexible Spending Accounts 403(b) savings matches paid time off career advancement opportunities and resources to support employee and family well-being.NOTE: This range is based on Boston-area data and is subject to modification based on geographic location.Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/VeteransAccording to the FTC there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications or apps job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Hospital Experience,Acute Care,Basic Life Support,ICU Experience,Infusion Experience,Triage,TFS,Conflict Management,Nursing,Critical Care Experience,Epic,Medication Administration Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 72500 - 105000