Clinical Faculty (Open Rank)/ Clinical Pharmacist, Oncology

UIC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 146,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy seeks a Clinical Faculty (Open Rank)/Clinical Pharmacist in Oncology to join UI Health’s Hematology/Oncology services in Chicago. The role is full-time and involves hospital and on-site clinics, focusing on pharmaceutical care for cancer patients.

The ideal candidate holds a PharmD with PGY1 residency; PGY2 Oncology or 2–3 years oncology experience; Illinois pharmacist licensure.

Qualifications

• PharmD and PGY1 residency experience required.
• PGY2 residency in Oncology, or 2-3 years of equivalent clinical experience as a clinical pharmacist in hematology/oncology, is required.
• Candidates must present evidence of, or eligibility for, Illinois licensure as a professional pharmacist at time of employment.
• Academic rank commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities

• Medication review and dosing recommendations for hematology/oncology patients.
• Provide pharmaceutical care in hospital and on-site clinics.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians and pharmacy staff; participate in quality improvement.
• Precepting entry-level PharmD students and residents; didactic lectures and scholarly activities.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

PharmD degree

PGY1 residency

PGY2 Oncology residency or equivalent

Job description

Clinical Faculty (Open Rank)/ Clinical Pharmacist, Oncology

Chicago, IL, United States

Clinical Faculty (Open Rank)/ Clinical Pharmacist, Oncology, Retzky College of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice

Hiring Department: Pharmacy Practice

Location: Chicago

Salary: The budgeted salary rate for this position is $146,000 - $185,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

TheUIC Retzky College of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice, is seeking a full-time,motivated professional for the position of Clinical Faculty (OpenRank)/Clinical Pharmacist who will be assigned to UI Health’s Hematology/Oncologyservices. Theideal candidate will be responsible for providing pharmaceutical care topatients in the areas of hematology and oncology, both in the hospital and at on-siteclinics at the University of Illinois Hospital. The hospital is a 450-bed academic institution located approximately 2miles west of downtown Chicago. The hospital serves an urban, indigent patientpopulation. Itis among a select group of medical centers accredited by the Commission onCancer. Cancer services at UI Health are comprised of several programscommitted to diagnosing and treating common and rare cancers, including breast,colorectal, gynecologic, head & neck, hematologic/blood, lung, and other cancers. The Retzky College of Pharmacy, with campuses in Chicago and Rockford, is the#1 college of pharmacy in the state of Illinois and #6 in total research grantfunding, according to the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP).More information about the College and Department of Pharmacy Practice can befound at https://pharmacy.uic.edu and https://dpp.pharmacy.uic.edu.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Duties

The hematology and oncology clinicalpharmacist team will consist of 7 pharmacists who are integral members of the hospital'sand clinics' multidisciplinary teams. The Clinical Pharmacist's duties includemedication review and reconciliation, medication selection and dosingrecommendations, TPN management, immunosuppression and infectious diseaseprophylaxis selection, management of nausea and pain, therapeutic drugmonitoring, provision of drug information, and patient education. The candidatewill also be responsible for nurse, physician, and pharmacy staff development;coordinating and conducting quality improvement projects; and developingcollaborative treatment and research protocols. Theacademicresponsibilities of the clinical faculty member (ClinicalAssistant/Associate/Full Professor)include the provision of didacticlectures and precepting entry-level Doctor of Pharmacy students, PGY1 residents,and PGY2 residents. Scholarly activities, including presentations andpublications, are an expectation as well.

Qualifications

• PharmD and PGY1 residency experience required.
• PGY2 residency in Oncology, or 2-3 years of equivalent clinical experience as a clinical pharmacist in hematology and oncology, is required.
• Candidates must present evidence of, or eligibility for, Illinois licensure as a professional pharmacist at time of employment.
• Highly preferred: strong clinical knowledge base; analytical and problem-solving skills; strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to consistently meet deadlines; demonstrate flexibility and ability to work independently and adapt to a changing work environment; excellent planning, time management, and organizational skills.
• Academic rank commensurate with experience.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, covid sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.