Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - Ambulatory Solid Tumors

Michigan Medicine; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Generous PTO and parental leave

Wellness programs

Teaching and mentorship opportunities

Team support and collaboration

Job summary

Michigan Medicine in Ann Arbor seeks a Clinical Pharmacist to join the Hematology/Oncology team at the Rogel Cancer Center. You will provide patient-centered pharmaceutical care in ambulatory clinics and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on cancer treatment plans.

The role includes teaching and mentorship within the University of Michigan College of Pharmacy, engaging in quality improvement, and participating in research while supporting access to new therapies.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree required and active license or eligible within 90 days.
• Board certification in Oncology Pharmacy desired but not required.
• Experience in clinical pharmacy practice within oncology is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients in ambulatory solid tumor clinics with emphasis on breast cancer and melanoma.
• Collaborate with providers to personalize treatment plans and participate in tumor board discussions.
• Educate patients on complex regimens and provide supportive care.
• Operate under a Collaborative Practice Agreement for supportive care medications.
• Coordinate outpatient delivery and work with inpatient teams for coordinated care.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy practice

Patient care

Education and mentoring

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy degree

Licensure to practice in Michigan or eligibility within 90 days

Oncology residency or fellowship

Job description

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

As a Clinical Pharmacist, you will be part of the Department of Pharmacy Hematology/Oncology team, as well as multidisciplinary teams within the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center. University of Michigan Health is ranked nationally for the care provided to both adult and pediatric cancer patients, as well as many other specialties. The cancer center mission is the conquest of cancer through innovation and collaboration. Current hematology/oncology clinical pharmacists provide exceptional pharmaceutical care on the individual and population level. If you are passionate about patient care, instructing, mentoring, quality improvement, and clinical research there is no better place.

Responsibilities*

This Pharmacist Will

• Provide care to patients seen in the ambulatory solid tumor clinics with a focus on breast cancer and melanoma. As an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, collaborate with providers on crafting and personalization of treatment plans for patients with breast cancer, melanoma, and other solid tumor malignancies.
• Guide incorporation of new treatments in a standardized evidence-based fashion, in conjunction with other members of the solid tumor pharmacist team, including involvement at tumor board discussions.
• Provide independent visits with patients to educate on complex treatment regimens and provide supportive care.
• Practice under a Collaborative Practice Agreement for nausea, vomiting, constipation, and diarrhea, as well as participate in a nausea and vomiting patient-reported outcome text messaging program.
• Coordinate care to promote outpatient delivery of treatments for solid tumors.
• Collaborate closely with inpatient solid tumor teams to provide patient centered care.

The Department of Pharmacy, the College of Pharmacy, and the University of Michigan seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serving our diverse constituents, and to maintain the excellence of the Department, College and University. It is committed to fostering and maintaining a diverse work culture that respects the rights and dignity of everyone, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, height, weight, marital status, disability, medical condition, age, or veteran status.

What skills would you master?

• You will assure safe and evidence-based, cost-effective use of medications, as well as contribute to formulary review and maintenance
• You will assist in the development of staff educational and training programs within the Pharmacy Department
• As a Clinical Pharmacist, you will also be appointed as an adjunct faculty member at the University of Michigan College of Pharmacy where you will participate in the didactic and experimental training of pharmacy students and residents
• You will work individually and/or collaboratively on scholarly/research activity

Required Qualifications

• A Doctor of Pharmacy degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current license to practice pharmacy in the State of Michigan (including a Controlled Substance license), verifiable in LARA; or eligibility to become licensed within 90 days of employment start date.
• A certificate of completion from an oncology residency, fellowship, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is necessary.
• Experience in clinical pharmacy practice is necessary.
• Board Certification in Oncology Pharmacy is desired, but not required

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the worlds most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

For more information about the UMHS Department of Pharmacy Services, see our annual report at: https://www.medicine.umich.edu/dept/pharmacy/pharmacy-annual-report

What perks and benefits can you look forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage for dependents and spouse or other qualifying adult
• Generous PTO program, paid parental leave, and wellness programs
• Tremendous team support
• Teaching and mentorship opportunities

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Work Schedule

This position is full-time, working Monday through Friday on day shift.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.