LEAD PHARMACIST- INFUSION- St. Joseph Hospital- Nashua, NH

St. Joseph Hospital; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Lead Pharmacist specializing in Infusion to deliver comprehensive pharmaceutical care to cancer and palliative care patients. This role involves clinical pharmacy leadership within the Hematology/Oncology specialty, overseeing medication orders, compounding chemotherapeutic agents, and collaborating with healthcare teams to optimize patient treatment plans. The ideal candidate will have a Pharm.D., a strong commitment to patient care, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. Join a dedicated team making a significant impact on patient lives through quality pharmaceutical care.

Qualifications

• Current NH pharmacy license required.
• 1-3 years of clinical pharmacy experience preferred.
• BCOP or BCSCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pharmaceutical care for cancer and palliative care patients.
• Consult with physicians and nursing staff in the Infusion Center.
• Participate in education and training of pharmacists.

Skills

Aseptic Techniques

Patient Care

Clinical Pharmacy

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Pharm.D.

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy

Residency training

Job description

Summary

The Lead Pharmacist - Infusion is responsible for overseeing and providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care to cancer and palliative care patients. Responsible for providing clinical pharmacy leadership within the Hematology/Oncology specialty area through the continuum of care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists with verification of treatment plan medication orders for dosing, interactions, compatibility, allergies, contraindications, and overall appropriateness of therapy
• Compounds and/or dispenses chemotherapeutic and infusion medications in accordance with all NH state and federal rules and laws.
• Consults with Physicians and Nursing staff in the Infusion Center
• Works with external providers to coordinate care for those with orders for outpatient infusions
• Provides updated drug information to providers, staff, and patients
• Optimizes safety and cost effectiveness of treatment plans through collaboration with the primary treatment team
• Routinely reviews biosimilar utilization and compares to current insurance coverages, GPO costs, and CMS reimbursement tables to evaluate cost effectiveness of treatments.
• Along with the Director of Pharmacy, responsible for the receiving, handling, and record keeping of investigational medications
• Participates in the education and training of all pharmacists who will provide services and support the infusion center
• Participates in the management of the distribution, inventory, accountability of controlled substances in accordance with all NH state and federal rules and laws
• Supervises Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians
• Performs any task required to provide safe and efficient medication therapy to patients.
• Participates in performance improvement projects for the inpatient pharmacy and infusion center
• Conducts medication utilization reviews for infusion and/or chemotherapy agents
• Attends and participates in all relevant hospital in-service programs, committees and required events.
• Participates in Pharmacy training programs and staff meetings
• Participates in appropriate role in hospital disasters, fire drills, and other emergency situations.
• Performs additional tasks as directed by the Director of Pharmacy
• Exercises care in the operation and use of hospital equipment and reference materials. Performs routine cleaning and preventative maintenance to ensure continuing functions of equipment. Maintains work areas in a clean and organized manner.

Job Requirements

Job knowledge and skills

• Ability to be committed to the observation of aseptic techniques in handling sterile products and equipment, and the maintenance of a stringently clean work area at all times.
• Ability to deliver patient care in a manner that is appropriate to the demographics and/ or specific needs of the patient population served by the hospital.
• Demonstrates proficiency in assessing, responding, and adapting treatment of care to meet the needs of the patient population served by the hospital.
• Ability to extend hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Ability to pick, pinch, type or otherwise work with fingers rather than the whole hand. Ability to apply pressure to object with fingers and palm
• Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken and written word.
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral and written communication (e.g., in normal office setting), and to make fine discrimination in sound.
• Ability to plan and perform a wide variety of duties requiring general knowledge of policies and procedures applicable for that area. Requires considerable judgment to work independently toward general results, devising methods, modifying, or adapting standard procedures to meet different conditions, making decisions based on precedent and policy
• Ability to establish and maintain communications and positive working relationships within the department and with other hospital departments. Ability to develop relationships with patients, employees, regulatory agencies, vendors, and the public.

• Ability to accept constructive feedback and initiate appropriate actions to correct situations.
• Visual acuity sufficient for work which deals largely with preparing and analyzing data and figures, computer terminal operation, extensive reading. Operation of machines (including inspection), using measurement devices, assembly, or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.
• Ability to endure periods of heavy workload or excessive stress; ability to work with frequent interruptions and respond appropriately to unexpected situations

Education and Experience

• Current New Hampshire license to practice Pharmacy by the New Hampshire Board of Pharmacy required
• Pharm.D. preferred
• Bachelor’s degree from an American Council on Pharmaceutical Education accredited college of pharmacy preferred
• 1 - 3 years of clinical pharmacy experience preferred
• Residency training or 2 years of direct patient care experience preferred
• Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP) or Board Certified Sterile Compounding Pharmacist (BCSCP) preferred

An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs. Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care.

Americans with Disabilities Statement

Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Covenant Health reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity.

Standard of Business Conduct

Every St Joseph Hospital employee is required to abide by the Standards of Conduct and to report any activity that appears to violate the Standards of Conduct.