Staff Pharmacist - Oncology

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. is seeking a Staff Pharmacist in Oncology to provide patient-centered care within a multidisciplinary team. The role includes assessing therapy, ensuring age-appropriate modifications, and leading clinical interventions to prevent adverse events.

The position involves supervising technicians, overseeing IV admixtures/chemotherapy, and participating in policy development and education for new regimens across the Cancer and Infusion Center.

Qualifications

• Pharm.D. degree from an accredited college of Pharmacy.
• Completion of ASHP-accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency in Oncology preferred.
• Extensive clinical experience may be considered in lieu of formal training.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient therapy for appropriateness and make clinical interventions to prevent adverse drug events.
• Oversee sterile products preparation including IV admixtures and chemotherapy.
• Supervise technicians and support personnel; develop and update department policies.

Skills

Oncology Pharmacy

Clinical Pharmacist

Pharmacist Leadership

IV Admixtures

Education

Pharm.D. from ACPE

ASHP PGY1 Oncology preferred

Tools

Pharmacy computer systems

Dose Edge

Infusion pumps

Job description

8-4:30 or 8:30-5pm or other times as needed during the day shift

Definition/Primary Functions

The Staff Pharmacist in Oncology is responsible for providing patient-centered care in a multidisciplinary practice setting with pharmacists, nurses, physicians, and other personnel. Services provided include assessing patient therapy for appropriateness, incorporating age specific modifications, and clinical interventions to prevent adverse drug events. They will also conduct clinical research and other professional development programs. He/she will serve as a liaison to other departments at the Cancer and Infusion Center by providing operational support and educational services for new treatment regimens. The Staff Pharmacist in Oncology demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the regulations governing the preparation of intravenous admixtures, chemotherapy, and other sterile products and supervises Pharmacy technicians and other support personnel. Provides oversight and participates in maintaining and storing adequate inventory of all medication required for the practice. Develop and update department and nursing policies. Work with the Oncology team to standardize ordering procedures for chemotherapeutic medications.

Position Qualifications

Experience

• Extensive acute care clinical experience may be considered in lieu of formal training.

Education and Training

• Doctoral of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) from an accredited college of Pharmacy.
• Completion of ASHP accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Residency in Oncology is preferred.
• Extensive acute care clinical experience may be considered in lieu of formal training.

License, Certification & Registration

• MAPHARM - Licensed MA Pharmacist.
• Certified Oncology Pharmacist preferred.

Other Requirements

• Must demonstrate the ability to work independently, without direct supervision within established policy.
• Applicant must be capable of supervising the work of support personnel.
• Specialty Pharmacy medication management

Machinery, Tools & Equipment

• Pharmacy and hospital computer systems
• Alaris Smart Pump
• Pharmacy automated medication dispensing systems
• Vertical and horizontal laminar air flow hoods
• Ancillary IV room equipment and programs; infusion pumps, Dose Edge, Simplify797
• Ancillary equipment necessary for performing day-to-day tasks (syringe, needle, graduate, calculator)
• Vocera Badge
• Fax machine