Ambulatory Hematology/Oncology Clinical Pharmacist

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, seeks an ambulatory hematology/oncology clinical pharmacy practitioner. The role blends clinical care (80%) with administrative duties (20%), delivering in-depth pharmacy services to adult patients in the Oncology Services Division.

Responsibilities include educating staff, contributing to education of students, and participating in committees to advance practice and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy Degree or BS Pharmacy Degree.
• License to practice pharmacy in North Carolina or eligibility.
• Oncology clinical practice experience preferred; PGY2 oncology residency or BCOP a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provides in-depth clinical pharmacy services to ambulatory adult hematology/oncology patients.
• Maintains outstanding skills as a clinical pharmacy practitioner.
• Educates medical, nursing, and pharmacy staff about management, prescribing and monitoring of therapies.
• Serves as a resource to the Department of Pharmacy for areas of expertise.
• Participates in departmental and hospital committees and initiatives related to practice area.
• Contributes to student and resident education.
• Provides educational lectures and/or participates in research.
• Works with peers to achieve division and departmental goals.

Skills

Oncology clinical practice

Clinical pharmacy services

Educates medical staff

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy Degree

BS Pharmacy Degree

Licensed Pharmacist or eligible to practice in North Carolina

Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Healthhospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

Practice or research specialty/focus of the position

Ambulatory Hematology/Oncology

Position Summary

This clinical pharmacist practitioner plays a key role in the Oncology Services Division. While this position has many challenging responsibilities (Clinical responsibilities 80%/administrative 20%), the major areas are listed below:

• Provides in-depth clinical pharmacy services to ambulatory adult hematology/oncology patients
• Maintains outstanding skills as a clinical pharmacy practitioner and consistently demonstrates the value of pharmacy services.
• Educates medical, nursing, and pharmacy staff about the management, prescribing and monitoring of therapies used in patient care area(s) of responsibility.
• Serves as a resource to the Department of Pharmacy for area(s) of expertise.
• Participates in departmental and hospital committees and initiatives related to practice area.
• Contributes to student and resident education.
• Provides educational lectures and/or participates in research (Duke, State/Local, National).
• Works with peers to achieve division and departmental goals.
• Takes responsibility for personal and professional growth.
• Maintains familiarity with all departmental programs and works as integral part of the pharmacy team.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Doctor of Pharmacy Degree OR BS Pharmacy Degree

Experience

• With a BS Pharmacy degree, two years of pharmacy practice experience, or acceptable board certification, or completion of an accredited residency program and demonstrated ability to achieve positive patient outcomes in a similar environment is required.
• With Doctor of Pharmacy degree, no experience is required.
• Three plus years of oncology clinical practice experience and/or PGY2 oncology residency preferred

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

• Licensed Pharmacist or eligible to practice pharmacy in North Carolina
• BCOP preferred
• CPP to be obtained within one year of hire preferred

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