Per Diem Pharmacist - Cancer Network/Ambulatory Treatment Center

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 69,000 - 85,000

Part time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Health benefits

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks an experienced oncology pharmacy professional to drive operations, quality improvement, and education across network sites. This role emphasizes infusion pharmacy practices, regulatory standards, and collaboration with Cancer Network programs.

Ideal candidates hold a Pharm.D. or Bachelor’s in Pharmacy, with strong ties to oncology operations and education initiatives, including network site engagement in Houston.

Qualifications

Background in oncology pharmacy operations, quality, and education.
Ability to support education initiatives and collaborative forums.
Proactive, detail-oriented with professional accountability.

Responsibilities

Update due diligence partner site pharmacy assessment tool, focusing on infusion pharmacy.
Support onsite assessments and provide detailed findings reports.
Assist pharmacy workgroups during pre-operations to address gaps.
Provide MD Anderson resource tools to partners and Directors to meet deadlines.
Develop pharmacy operational requirements for prospective new members.
Engage with pharmacy partners in Houston and virtually.

Skills

Oncology pharmacy

Regulatory standards

Education initiatives

Quality improvement

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy

Pharm.D. degree

Job description

The Pharmacy Division is dedicated to ensuring safe, effective, and cost-conscious medication use while collaborating with healthcare professionals to achieve optimal drug therapy outcomes. Through innovative programs in patient care, research, and education, the division leads in delivering premier, patient-centered care. Embracing change and discovery, it leverages new technologies, maximizes resources, and fosters a culture of caring to continuously enhance the quality of pharmaceutical services.

The Ideal candidate is a highly collaborative pharmacy professional with either a Doctorate of Pharmacy or Bachelor's of Pharmacy. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in oncology pharmacy operations, quality, and education. This individual demonstrates expertise in infusion pharmacy practices, regulatory standards, and continuous quality improvement, while effectively supporting Cancer Network operational initiatives and partner site engagement. They excel at building and maintaining relationships with external pharmacy partners, contributing to due diligence assessments, workflow optimization, and the development of best practices aligned with MD Anderson standards. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to professional accountability, with the ability to support education initiatives, facilitate collaborative forums, and contribute to oncology pharmacy projects that ensure high-quality, compliant cancer care delivery across network sites.

Working Hours: The working hours for this role are Per Diem and on an as needed basis.

At MD Anderson, we offer careers built on care, growth, and balance. Our employees enjoy a benefits package designed to support every stage of life, starting on day one.

Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week
Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage
Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals
Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program
Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups

Job Specific Competencies

Cancer Network Operations and Projects

Updates the due diligence partner site pharmacy assessment tool, with a focus on infusion pharmacy.
May support onsite assessments and provide detailed reports of findings.
Supports pharmacy workgroup meetings during the pre operations period to address critical gaps in pharmacy operations, as needed.
Provides MDA resource tools to partner sites and/or the Director, Pharmacy Cancer Network Programs, to support contract deadlines.
Supports the development of pharmacy operational requirements in collaboration with the Director, Pharmacy CN Programs, for prospective new members not yet ready for due diligence.
Engages and strengthens relationships with pharmacy partner sites through effective communication, both in person (Houston) and virtually.
Contributes to the development, implementation, and evaluation of quality pharmacy operational practices across Cancer Network partner sites.
Reviews partner pharmacy processes and best practices and facilitates collaboration with MD Anderson pharmacy staff for adoption, as appropriate.
Contributes to the development and maintenance of Cancer Network partner pharmacy information portfolios.

Cancer Network Pharmacy Education and Quality

Provides assistance with enhancements and updates to the Connect Pharmacy Content page on the Cancer Network Collaboration Platform.
Assists in identifying appropriate MD Anderson Pharmacy Education resources to support partner site competencies.
Participates in planning and implementation of Cancer Network Pharmacy Roundtable session topics in collaboration with MD Anderson Clinical Pharmacy Specialist leads.
Works with partner sites to lead pharmacy roundtable discussions and promote engagement among network pharmacists.
Demonstrates professional accountability by maintaining current knowledge of pharmacy best practices.
Maintains active involvement in professional pharmacy organizations (e.g., HOPA, ASHP).
Updates MD Anderson workflows using Visio and guidance documentation to help partners understand key quality steps across operational and clinical areas.
Supports MD Anderson Clinical Pharmacy Specialist work on the Chemotherapy Assessment Quality Project to ensure timely completion.
Ensures quality treatment plan development and alignment with MD Anderson build criteria.

Education

Required: Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy. or
Required: Pharm.D. degree from an accredited college of pharmacy.

Work Experience

Preferred: Six months experience in a hospital pharmacy.

Licenses and Certifications

Required: RPH - Registered Pharmacist Texas State Board of Pharmacy. within 90 Days and
Required: BLS - Basic Life Support American Heart Association (AHA). within 30 Days and
Required: ACLS - Adv Cardiac Life Support American Heart Association (AHA). If working in one of the following departments: Pharmacy Inpatient (710348), Pharmacy OP ACB (710355), Pharmacy-West Houston (710657), Pharmacy-The Woodlands (710480), Pharmacy-NWH Sur&SP Care (711204). within 90 Days

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

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