Oncology Infusion Clinical Pharmacist

Job Description:

Job Description

Position: Oncology Infusion Clinical Pharmacist
Location: St. Mary's Regional Hospital, Grand Junction, Colorado
Schedule: 10-hour shifts, every third weekend, and every fourth week of evenings

Sign on Bonus:$10,000.00

Relocation: Relocation assistance is currently available for this position

Why Join Us:

• Team Support: Work with a dedicated team of 55 Pharmacy caregivers, equally split between Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians.
• Innovative Technology
  :
  Utilize cutting-edge equipment, including automated inventory systems, USP 797 and 800 compliant clean rooms, Dose Edge IV/PO workflow solutions, Omnicell, and Alaris pumps.
• Collaborative Environment: Engage in interdisciplinary committees and activities that foster teamwork and connection.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a schedule that allows you to explore the beauty of Western Colorado.

Professional Growth:

• Training
  :
  Receive a minimum of 8 weeks of onsite training upon hire.
• Continuing
  
  Education:
  
  Access free continuing education credits throughout the year.
• Development Opportunities: Participate in local and enterprise-wide committees, online courses, and mentorship programs.
• Career Advancement
  :
  Benefit from career planning and advancement opportunities.

Life in Grand Junction:
Grand Junction offers over 300 days of sunshine per year and a perfect blend of Western charm, adventure, and natural beauty. Enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, biking, skiing, and rafting, as well as cultural experiences such as art walks, live performances, and local festivals. Explore nearby natural wonders and Colorado’s wine country. Check out the video from Visit Grand Junction to see all the exciting activities that Grand Junction and western Colorado has to offer by clicking here.

Qualifications

• Minimum
  • Doctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution (education verified).
  • License to practice pharmacy in the state of practice and dispense controlled substances
  • Current knowledge of state and federal regulations and statutes regarding the practice of pharmacy in the state of practice.
  • Effective communication, people management, and project management skills.
  • Immunization certification if applicable to practice site needs

• Preferred
  • Previous experience working in an integrated healthcare delivery system
  • Board Certification
  • Health System Residency

Essential Functions

• Reviews patients' medication order for allergy interactions, duplication of therapy, appropriateness of drug therapy, and drug- drug interaction. Makes appropriate evidence-based interventions to optimize medication use. Ensures safe, appropriate, cost-effective therapies and accurately dispenses medications.
• Oversees and/or participates in assuring appropriate medications are prepared and delivered timely to care areas and are stored both securely and appropriate for both stability and effective workflow.
• Provides counseling to patients and promotes quality medication education and adherence. Ensures patient is well informed, treated with respect, and receives the highest level of professional service.
• Completes all regulatory and compliance training and ensures documentation of regulatory requirements is clear and complete. Is knowledgeable and compliant with state and federal laws, regulations, pharmacy policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures.
• Supervises and directs activities of interns, technicians, and support personnel as required. Provides medication related clinical consultation and clarification to other health professionals.
• Takes the initiative to solve problems including, but not limited to, equipment, maintenance, drug availability, staffing issues, and extraordinary patient care concerns.
• Identifies potential areas for improvement including processes that could be streamlined or revised to improve patient satisfaction. Identifies potential safety hazards that may create problems for patients and/or staff and takes appropriate actions. Participates in departmental meetings, contributing ideas or feedback
• Supports clinic or hospital and system directives, including clinical, compliance, business operations, standardization, and customer service.
• Supports local and enterprise pharmacy leadership initiatives.

Skills

• Pharmacy
• Pharmacy Services
• Medication Management
• Pharmaceutical Care
• Project Management
• Quality Improvement
• Problem Solving
• Federal Pharmacy Laws

Physical Requirements:

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, documents, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs.
• Frequent interactions with providers, colleagues, customers, patients/clients and…