Dir, Pharmacy & Admix Services

The US Oncology Network; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 254,000; Full time

Job summary

Cancer Care Northwest seeks a Pharmacy Leader to oversee oncology pharmacy services, guide policy and formulary evolution, and ensure safe, effective drug therapy across the clinic.

The role requires a PharmD or BS in Pharmacy, current Washington pharmacist licensure, 5+ years in pharmacy with oncology, and preferred supervision experience; Epic EHR familiarity is a plus. You will report to executive leadership and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and admin staff to optimize patient care.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist with oncology experience preferred.
• Current WA Pharmacist License or ability to obtain.
• Minimum 5 years of pharmacy practice with at least 1 year oncology experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day oncology pharmacy operations.
• Develop and maintain policies to ensure compliance with USP/NIOSH/DEA/OSHA.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams on medication usage and education.
• Lead formulary development and pharmacoeconomic analyses.
• Participate in executive leadership and quality committees.

Skills

Oncology pharmacy experience

Clinical pharmacy expertise

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Washington Pharmacist License

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

Overview

Join a Legacy of Care - Delivering over 50 years of Healing and Hope

For over five decades Cancer Care Northwest has been the Inland Northwest's premier cancer center, providing an integrated approach to the diagnosis, treatment and healing of cancer and blood-related diseases.

Our collective passion to fight against cancer is what motivates and inspires us every day and is the reason Cancer Care Northwest has become the Inland Northwest's premier cancer center. We provide comprehensive, innovative, compassionate, integrated care throughout each patient's journey. We are searching for dedicated professionals who share our passion in saving lives. Are you searching for better work-life balance? Join us in our mission to save lives.

Position Overview:

Oversee the daily operations, strategic development, and clinical excellence of our oncology pharmacy services. Provide expertise on medication related issues to ensure safe and effective drug therapy utilization. Develop policies and procedures to maintain compliance with regulations. Conduct pharmacoeconomic analyses for creation and maintenance of quarterly medication formularies. Member of the executive leadership team responsible for driving the strategic initiatives of the organization. Requires independent decision-making, clinical judgment, and an in-depth knowledge of oncology and therapeutics. Supports and adheres to the Cancer Care Northwest Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day oversight of pharmacy operations
• Staff Management: hire, onboard, supervise, and evaluate pharmacists and pharmacy technicians
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures to ensure best practices and compliance with USP, NIOSH, DEA, OSHA, and other regulatory bodies as it relates to physician-office drug management
• Participate in executive leadership proceedings, including Policy & Procedure and Quality committees
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals on medication utilization, procurement, and education to promote safe outcomes
• Develop pharmacist-driven protocols (e.g. carboplatin dosing, dose rounding, etc.)
• Assume overall responsibility for drug inventory, assuring proper stock levels, pricing, drugs shortages, recalls, etc.
• Develop, review, and assist with implementation of treatment protocols and regimen builds
• Serve as the Authorized Representative for medications with required REMS programs
• Conduct pharmacoeconomic analysis for formulary development and maintenance of clinic drug formularies, based on quarterly price changes and market updates
• Oversee relations with wholesaler group purchasing organizations and pharmaceutical companies
• Practice liaison for our medically-integrated dispensing program and assist other pharmacists with product verification of medications dispensed through our specialty pharmacy
• Clinical pharmacist staff coverage consisting of evaluating chemotherapy and infusion treatment plans for accuracy and appropriateness and verifying medication orders
• Assist with medication charging and billing procedures or issues in conjunction with business services
• Responsible for professional development, including meeting all requirements for continuing education, keeping abreast of current professional literature, and maintaining a pharmacist licensure in good standing
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science Pharmacy degree from an accredited school of pharmacy
• Licensure: Current pharmacist licensure in the State of Washington or ability to obtain prior to start date
• Experience: Minimum of five years' experience in pharmacy practice with at least one year oncology experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years prior supervisory and management experience
• Completion of a PGY1 Pharmacy Residency
• Pharmacy Specialty Board Certification (BCOP or BCPS)
• Completion of a PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy Residency or equivalent oncology experience
• Experience with Epic EHR

Physical Demands:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to:

• Regularly: sit, grasp, reach, bend, stoop/crouch, talk, and hear
• Occasionally: stand, walk, lift up to 30 pounds, pull/push up to 30 pounds, carry up to 30 pounds
• Vision: clearly see up to 5 feet with or without corrective lenses

Work Environment:

While performing the essential duties/responsibilities of this job, the employee will not be exposed to any workplace environmental conditions caused by extreme noise, heat, cold, workplace hazards, atmospheric dust/fumes/vapors/mists, pathogens, or toxic chemicals

Salary DOE - $174,999-$253,748

Benefit Information

https://careers.usoncology.com/benefits