Hematology/Oncology Clinical Pharmacist – SCT Specialist

Rush; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago is seeking a Hematology/Oncology/SCT Pharmacist to deliver clinical pharmacy services to malignant hematology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology and SCT patients during inpatient hospitalization and in collaboration with pediatric specialists for pediatric oncology.

The pharmacist will participate in rounds, review chemotherapy regimens for safety and cost-effectiveness, provide patient and family education, reconcile medications on discharge, and

Qualifications

• Requires BS Pharmacy and Illinois Pharmacist license or eligibility.
• Post-graduate residency in hematology/oncology (ASHP PGY2) is required.
• BCOP certification within 18 months of hire is expected.
• BLS certification required.
• Knowledge of intravenous admixture, IV drug therapy, chemotherapy and cellular therapies.

Responsibilities

• Attends interdisciplinary rounds to assist teams with chemotherapy planning and monitoring.
• Reviews drug therapy for appropriate use, dosing, route and cost-effectiveness; reconciles home meds at admission.
• Provides patient/family counseling on medications and adverse effects; documents changes.
• Facilitates discharge planning and coordination with outpatient pharmacies and care teams.

Skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Effective communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Illinois Pharmacist License (or eligibility)

ASHP PGY2 Hematology/Oncology Residency

BCOP Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago is seeking a Hematology/Oncology/SCT Pharmacist to deliver clinical pharmacy services to malignant hematology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology and SCT patients during inpatient hospitalization and in collaboration with pediatric specialists for pediatric oncology.

The pharmacist will participate in rounds, review chemotherapy regimens for safety and cost-effectiveness, provide patient and family education, reconcile medications on discharge, and