Oncology Pharmacist — Infusion & Medication Safety Lead

Summit Health; Wethersfield (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Starling Physicians in Connecticut seeks an Oncology Pharmacist to provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care in the Infusion Pharmacy using established protocols and in collaboration with other health professionals.

You will supervise the preparation of IV admixtures, ensure dosing accuracy, and contribute to ongoing quality improvement while adhering to USP-797 and USP-800 guidelines.

Qualifications

• PharmD required.
• CT State Board of Pharmacy licensed required.
• Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties certification required.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing required.
• Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail).
• Experience with Standard Office Technology in a Windows based environment required.
• Prior Oncology Pharmacy experience: 2 to 4 years minimum, 5+ years preferred
• Adheres to local, state, and federal laws regarding the profession of pharmacy practice.

Responsibilities

• Process and review all treatment orders accurately and efficiently.
• Supervises production of all types of admixtures, verifies accuracy of procedures, ensures accurate labeling and doses prior to prepared doses leaving the area.
• Manages time efficiently to maintain high productivity through oversight of pharmacy technicians.
• Establishes and maintains effective communication with pharmacy staff, other health care disciplines and patients.
• Participates in medication safety initiatives in collaboration with the Director of Oncology & Infusion Pharmacy Services.
• Teaches and instructs staff on proper chemotherapy regimen interpretation, order validation, drug preparation and monitoring parameters.
• Reviews patient medication regimens for clinical effectiveness, dosing, interactions and contraindications.
• Collaborates with health care professionals to plan and evaluate drug regimens.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

PharmD (Doctor of Pharmacy)

CT State Board of Pharmacy license

Board Certification (BPS)

Tools

Intellidose

Pharmacy information systems

Job description

Starling Physicians in Connecticut seeks an Oncology Pharmacist to provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care in the Infusion Pharmacy using established protocols and in collaboration with other health professionals.

You will supervise the preparation of IV admixtures, ensure dosing accuracy, and contribute to ongoing quality improvement while adhering to USP-797 and USP-800 guidelines.