Pharmacist - Clinical Specialist (Oncology)
Glens Falls Hospital
*The Impact You Can Make* * * *Team Impact* The Pharmacist, Clinical Specialist Oncology (PCSO) is responsible for: providing quality patient care in relation to the patient’s oncologic/hematologic diagnosis, prescribed treatment, age group, and other identified needs; providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care to oncology/Hematology patients to assure safe and effective drug therapy. *Location* This position will be based out of our Malta location. * * *The Glens Falls Hospital Impact* *Mission* * * Our Mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting. * * * * *How You Will Fulfill Your Potential* * * *Responsibilities* · Interprets, reviews and evaluates inpatient and outpatient oncology/hematology or other chemotherapy related patient medication orders. · PCSO utilizes all Pharmaceutical Standards for Sterile Compounding. Assures timely compounding and dispensing of patient specific medications. · Develops and maintains clinical practice in oncology/hematology, cooperating with medical and nursing personnel to optimize the pharmacotherapeutic aspects of patient care. · Participates in supervision of the operations of the Cancer Treatment Center (CTC) satellite Pharmacy. *Education/Accredited Programs* · Graduation from a pharmacy program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)** · Minimum of 3-years’ experience with at least 50% in oncology; PGY1 residency plus two (2) years of practice experience including 50% or more of that time spent in oncology or completion of a specialty (PGY2) residency**in oncology pharmacy plus one (1) additional year of practice with at least 50% of time spent in oncology pharmacy activities.** · PharmD Preferred** *Licenses/Certifications/Registrations* · Current, active license to practice pharmacy in New York State; or eligible for reciprocate licensure from another state. · Pharmacist Board Certification Oncology, required within 2 years of obtaining practice experience commensurate with eligibility for Board-certified Oncology Pharmacist exam. *Skills/Abilities* * Knowledge of current pharmacy and complex oncology/hematology principles and practices. * Knowledge of computer order entry * Knowledge of federal and state laws governing pharmacy practices * Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standard of care for pharmacy, oncology and hematology * Knowledge of nursing and outpatient clinic procedures as they relate to pharmaceutical services * Ability to work independently within established policies and procedures and able to manage complex pharmaceutical patient care needs * Ability to accomplish established program goals and objectives * Ability to exercise judgment, tact, and diplomacy * * *Communities We Serve* Located in the foothills of the beautiful Adirondack mountains, Glens Falls is conveniently located a short drive away from the capital region and Lake George. Work at the top of your profession and jumpstart your next career here at Glens Falls Hospital! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. * * *Salary Range* The expected base rate for this Glens Falls, New York, United States-based position is $51.71 to $73.48 per hour. Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements. ** *Benefits* Glens Falls Hospital is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are available to active, full-time and part-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, can be found*here*. **Job:** **Allied Health - Pharmacy* **Title:** *Pharmacist - Clinical Specialist (Oncology)* **Location:** *NY-Glens Falls* **Requisition ID:** *240U3*
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