Oncology Pharmacist - Oral Anticancer Therapy Management Program

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit's Central Pharmacy is seeking a Pharmacy Specialist who will lead and advance specialty practice. This role requires independent leadership, developing and implementing improved systems, and directing activities within the specialty area.

The ideal candidate holds a PharmD, completes residency or equivalent hospital experience, and demonstrates strong communication, teaching, and research credentials; leadership and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree from an accredited college of pharmacy and complete residency or equivalent hospital experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years of pharmacist experience; leadership and teamwork abilities required.
• Must meet practice standards for Level II pharmacist and serve as institutional authority.
• Strong communication and research/publication record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead pharmacy activities in the specialty area and implement new systems or services.
• Direct activities with other departments and clinicians to resolve problems and drive change.
• Teach and mentor staff to master specialty practice skills.
• Engage in applied research to improve daily practice and contribute to knowledge base.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching/mentoring

Verbal & written communication

Research/publication experience

Education

Pharmacy degree

Residency training or equivalent hospital experience

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Pharmacy Specialist is a pharmacist who, by virtue of knowledge gained through special training and/or substantial experience, has become the institutional expert in a major area of pharmacy practice. The Pharmacy Specialist assumes overall leadership responsibility in directing the pharmacy related activities in his/her area of specialty practice by planning, developing, and implementing new and/or improved systems or services. Generally works independently of direct supervision, and initiates discussion and action as necessary with other departments or clinicians in order to resolve problems and/or to effect change. The Pharmacy Specialist plays a role as a teacher and is responsible for helping other members of the staff master those skills necessary to effectively practice in his/her area. The Pharmacy Specialist uses scientific technique in applied research designed to resolve problems encountered in daily practice, and regularly contributes to the general body of knowledge pertaining to his/her specialty.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Must hold a degree from an accredited college of pharmacy and must complete a residency training program or have equivalent experience in hospital pharmacy practice. Minimum of 3-5 years of pharmacist experience or the equivalent training and experience at another institution, preferred. Must have demonstrated the ability to meet and exceed practice standards set for a Level II pharmacist. (Henry Ford Detroit Hospital Only). Must be able to serve as an institutional authority in a given specialty practice area. Must have demonstrable leadership abilities and exhibit teamwork when working with others. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills which enable him/her to contribute effectively in the dissemination of information to all levels of health care personnel in the institution. Should have a proven research/publication record. Must be qualified to work with pharmacy students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Must have a previous work history of reliability, dependability, and willingness to assume additional responsibilities.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED

Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Michigan. If eligible, licensure must be obtained within 30 days of hire; failure to obtain licensure will result in termination of the Pharmacy Specialist position.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus
• Department: Central Pharmacy
• Shift: Rotating
• Union Code: Not Applicable