Hematology/Oncology Clinical Pharmacist, Department of Pharmacy, Levine Cancer Institute Pinevi[...]

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled pharmacist to oversee safe medication therapies and collaborate with healthcare teams. In this dynamic role, you will evaluate drug therapies, provide essential drug information, and educate patients and caregivers on medication use. This position requires effective communication skills and the ability to manage complex medication regimens. Join a team dedicated to optimal patient care and make a significant impact in a supportive environment that values your expertise and commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD required.
• Pharmacist license issued by the state of practice required.
• Previous hospital pharmacy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees safe medication therapies through collaboration with care teams.
• Designs and monitors patient-specific pharmacotherapeutic regimens.
• Provides drug information and counseling to patients and caregivers.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Patient Education

Pharmacotherapy Management

Drug Interaction Monitoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy

PharmD

Tools

Automated Dispensing Machines

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

Schedule: M-F; 8-4:30

Oversees the provision of safe and effective medication therapies through collaboration with the patient’s care team. Reviews physician orders for drug therapy and monitors this therapy for drug choice, dosage, drug interactions, adverse drug reactions, and formulary adherence. Serves as a drug information resource to nurses, physicians, and other healthcare workers.

Essential Functions

• Retrieves and evaluates relevant biomedical literature, formulates an appropriate response, and provides concise and timely responses to drug information requests.
• Uses effective patient education techniques to provide counseling to patients and caregivers, including information on medication therapy, adverse effects, compliance, appropriate use, handling, and medication administration.
• Provides accurate shift-to-shift communication regarding unresolved situations requiring future action.
• Collects information needed to design medication therapy regimens and identify medication-related problems with current therapies.
• Designs, recommends, monitors, and evaluates patient-specific pharmacotherapeutic regimens. Implements recommendations effectively, utilizing existing clinical intervention policies and procedures, and documents in the medical record using the appropriate format.
• Participates in the management of medical emergencies.
• Precepts pharmacy students and pharmacy residents.
• Prepares and dispenses medications in accordance with best practices, policies, and state and federal regulations. Manages medication therapies using clinical guidelines.
• Checks the accuracy of the work of pharmacy support team members or others in accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures.

Physical Requirements

Works primarily in the pharmacy. Delivers medications to nursing units. Requires considerable walking, standing, pushing a mobile cart weighing up to 50 pounds, and lifting 25 pounds of material. May be required to frequently stretch, bend, squat, or kneel to perform job duties. Utilizes appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to minimize exposure to hazardous agents. Takes necessary precautions to avoid needle sticks, minor cuts, or bruises. Exposed to various conditions throughout the workday, such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, and changes in temperature and humidity. Must be able to perform manipulative skills such as writing, typing, and data entry into computers and automated dispensing machines. Must have use of both hands, be able to see clearly and read small print such as medication packages and syringes. Must be able to speak and be understood by others to communicate effectively. Must be able to hear normal sounds with moderate background noise. Involves rotating shifts.

Education, Experience, and Certifications

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD from an accredited school of pharmacy required. Pharmacist license issued by the state of practice required. Previous hospital pharmacy experience preferred. Highly effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills with patients, visitors, and healthcare team members to establish working relationships that foster optimal patient care. Medical Center Rx only – Immunization Certification required.