Infusion Pharmacist-MCC

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health, the largest healthcare system in central Alabama, seeks an Infusion Pharmacist to provide and coordinate pharmaceutical services in the MCC Infusion departments. Responsibilities include clinical evaluation, dispensing, compounding, inventory management, and strict regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidate holds a PharmD, active Alabama license, and PGY-1 with oncology experience preferred. On-site position at Montgomery Cancer Center with full-time day shift.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a school of Pharmacy; PGY-1 required; PGY-2 Oncology preferred.
• Active Alabama Pharmacist license (RPH) required; Alabama CII certification required.
• BLS certification required; BPS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clinical patient evaluation and medication therapy management.
• Preparation and dispensing of prescriptions; compounding as needed.
• Inventory management and record keeping.
• Adherence to USP 797 & 800 guidelines and related regulations.

Skills

Order entry

Pharmacokinetics

Parenteral nutrition

Aseptic technique

Continuing education

Education

PharmD degree

Pharmacy license

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org. Highlights: Summary: The Pharmacist is responsible for providing and coordinating pharmaceutical services. This individual is a licensed healthcare professional who is responsible for performing pharmacist duties within the MCC Infusion departments. This individual's job duties include clinical patient evaluation, preparation and dispensing of prescriptions, prescription compounding, inventory management, record keeping, and compliance with USP 797 & 800 guidelines. The Pharmacist is responsible for adhering to good pharmacy practice and maintaining strict compliance with all laws and regulations (Federal, State, and local) governing the practice of pharmacy.

Education / Experience: Graduate of a school of Pharmacy, PharmD preferred. PGY 1 residency or at least 3 years relevant clinical experience required, PGY 2 oncology residency preferred. Experience working in an oncology setting preferred.

License / Certification: Active RPH required, Active Alabama Controlled Substance certification required, BLS required, BPS certification preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to accurately perform computer order entry duties.
• Proficient in needed pharmaceutical calculations and the metric system.
• Basic knowledge in pharmacokinetic calculations and parenteral nutrition management.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique.
• Evidence of commitment to continuing education.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: Position requires sitting for 10% of the workday and mobility 90% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.

Primary Location: Montgomery Cancer Center

Job: Infusion Pharmacist-MCC Infusion Pharmacist

Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.