Infusion Pharmacy Pharmacist - Oncology Care Leader

The University of Chicago Medicine; Orland Park (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago Medicine in Orland Park, IL is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist for the Ambulatory Infusion Pharmacy, Registry. You will ensure safe, effective, and timely infusion therapy and collaborate with the medical team to optimize medication outcomes for cancer patients.

This role supervises pharmacy technicians, reviews orders, and participates in staff orientation and training. Oncology infusion experience and Illinois Pharmacist licensure are highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy.
• Doctor of Pharmacy or other advanced degree highly preferred.
• Eligible for licensure as a pharmacist in Illinois (complete licensure process within 60 days).
• Completion of an ASHP accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency required or 3+ years hospital staffing experience.
• Oncology Infusion experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains compliance with JCAHO, ASHP practice standards/guidelines and regulatory acts.
• Interprets and dispenses drug orders with regard to safety and efficacy.
• Identifies and resolves drug-related problems; suggests rational alternatives.
• Checks orders for allergies, interactions, and dosing; enters orders when needed.
• Supervises pharmacy technicians and coordinates workflow in the infusion pharmacy.
• Participates in orientation and mentoring of new staff.
• Performs other duties as requested by senior management.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Infusion pharmacy

Oncology infusion experience

Education

ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Illinois Pharmacist Licensure eligibility

ASHP PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency

Job description

The University of Chicago Medicine in Orland Park, IL is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist for the Ambulatory Infusion Pharmacy, Registry. You will ensure safe, effective, and timely infusion therapy and collaborate with the medical team to optimize medication outcomes for cancer patients.

This role supervises pharmacy technicians, reviews orders, and participates in staff orientation and training. Oncology infusion experience and Illinois Pharmacist licensure are highly preferred.