Oncology Clinical Pharmacist
Company: Banner Health
Location: Sun City
Posted on: June 18, 2022
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Job Description:
Primary City/State:Sun City, ArizonaDepartment Name:
Pharmacy-HospWork Shift: DayJob Category:PharmacyPharmacy careers
are better at Banner Health. We are committed to developing the
careers of our team members. We care about you, your career today
and your future. If you're looking to leverage your abilities -
apply today. - -This position will be responsible for provision of
clinical pharmacy services in the care of oncology and hospital
patients as a member of a multidisciplinary team at Banner Boswell
Medical Center. - This multidisciplinary approach means our
patients get the best treatment possible: a collaborative approach
to comprehensive treatment tailored to them. - -On the forefront of
prevention, treatment and research, our oncology services work
tirelessly for our patients dealing with all types of cancer. From
detection and diagnosis to treatment and bedside care, we work to
make our patients' lives better, empowering them to become cancer
survivors. -We are seeking an Oncology Clinical Pharmacist to work
with a multidisciplinary team to provide supportive and direct
patient care for medical oncology patients. - The Oncology Clinical
Pharmacist will be responsible for the management of adult oncology
patients. - You will also have the opportunity to engage directly
with patients and providers to make a difference in their care. As
an Oncology Clinical Pharmacist, you will be part of a busy
hematology/oncology office-based practice. -Sonoran
Hematology/Oncology is a Banner Health oncology practice based in
the West Valley that provides chemotherapy infusions Mon-Fri. -This
is a day shift position Monday through Friday. This position is
supported by chemotherapy trained pharmacy technicians, staff
oncology pharmacist, and another clinical oncology pharmacist. -
Oncology experience and/or oncology pharmacy board certification
are preferred. Since 1970, Banner Boswell Medical Center has
provided exceptional care to the people in the northwest area of
metropolitan Phoenix. Today, our 501-bed acute-care hospital is
recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best
Hospitals and offers a full range of acute care services, including
cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, neurology, surgery,
rehabilitation, emergency, stroke, intensive care, pulmonary,
urology, wound management and sleep disorders. We've earned the
Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission for Primary Stroke
Centers. We're also in the nation's top five percent for preventing
mortality and complications.POSITION SUMMARYThis position provides
pharmaceutical care to patients, serves as a resource and drug
information specialist to medical, pharmacy, nursing staff and
allied healthcare providers. Conducts educational activities,
applies principles of performance improvement, and may participate
in Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee activities as appropriate.
Performs comprehensive clinical assessments and collaborates with
the integrated healthcare team to provide quality patient care.
Accountable for on-going evaluation and documentation of all
components of pharmaceutical care delivered to patients. Oversees
the activities of the pharmacy technicians, coordinating workflow
and may, when appropriate perform the final check of medications
prior to being dispensed. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills
necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients
being served. Must possess the ability to assess data reflective of
the patient's status, interpret the appropriate information needed
to identify each patient's requirements and provide pharmaceutical
care based on those needs. Adheres to local, state, and federal
laws regarding the profession of pharmacy practice.CORE FUNCTIONS1.
Critically evaluates medication therapy and makes recommendations
to improve patient medication regimens. Ensures appropriate and
cost effective drug therapy. Areas of focus may include but are not
limited to evaluating and addressing drug-drug interactions,
drug-food interactions, contraindicated medications, inappropriate
therapeutic regimens, adverse drug reactions, pharmacokinetics,
disease state management and rational effective medication
regimens. Accurately and completely documents patient assessment
data and clinical interventions.2. Functions as a therapeutic
consultant in areas that may include rational and appropriate use
of medications, clinical pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, disease
state management and nutrition.3. May participates in Pharmacy and
Therapeutic Committee (P&T) activities as appropriate.
Evaluates and recommends medications for formulary. Prepares
Formulary evaluations for P&T consideration.4. Applies the
principles of continuous quality improvement consistent with job
expectations. Incorporates quality improvement principles into
other activities and projects (i.e. data collection,
documentation). Develops criteria for drug use evaluations,
medication use indicators and disease-based evaluations.5. Provides
oversight and assists with the development and implementation of
evidence-based medication guidelines/protocols. Designs and
implements medication monitoring guidelines and programs for both
staff and clinical pharmacists.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSA degree in
Pharmacy from an accredited College of Pharmacy.Requires current
and unrestricted pharmacy licensure in the applicable state of
practice within 90 days of hire date. A current and unrestricted
Pharmacist license (not intern) is required at the time of hire for
BSS applicants. May be required to possess a valid driver's license
and be eligible for coverage under the company's auto insurance
policy.Must possess good organizational, problem solving and
computer skills. Must possess good written and verbal communication
skills for interfacing with all levels of staff, Physicians and
other contacts. Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health
Hospital must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the
time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their
employment.Employees working at Banner MD Anderson on the Banner
University Medical Center Phoenix campus must possess a State of
Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance
Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of
their employment. This is a requirement of the Whole Family
Counseling Program held at this specific facility.Must have
knowledge of medication management software, particularly pharmacy
system software, Microsoft applications and automated dispensing
systems.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSCompletion of an accredited
pharmacy residency program or previous clinical pharmacy experience
is preferred.Additional related education and/or experience
preferred.
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