Clinical Pharm Specialist \u2013Hema​/Onc and Gen Inf SCH

Clinical Pharm Specialist – Hema/Onc and Gen Inf SCH

Works with the System Director of Pharmacy Services, system and site pharmacy leadership in the establishment and maintenance of a comprehensive, patient-focused clinical pharmacy services program specializing in Hematology/Oncology and General Infusion Therapy.

Incumbent coordinates and actively participates in various programs and activities within the Oncology and General Infusion Center and within the scope of the Clinical Pharmacy Services Program. Works collaboratively with Oncologists, non-physician practitioners, nursing staff, and infusion center/Pharmacy leadership in the optimization of patient care by promoting rational, safe, and cost-effective drug therapy by developing and providing clinical services in hematology/Oncology and General Infusion therapy.

Conducts drug therapy monitoring and drug formulary reviews, implements drug therapy interventions to reduce adverse events. Participates in various research projects including oncology and may conduct pharmacy practice research. Provides educational programs and training for nurses, pharmacists and pharmacy staff, medical and pharmacy residents, physicians, non-physician practitioners, other members of the healthcare team as well as patients and their families.

Responsibilities

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree (Pharm
  
  D) with PGY1 Pharmacy Residency in an acute care setting required. PGY2 Pharmacy Residency in Oncology or Hematology/Oncology preferred.
• Board Certification in Oncology Pharmacy preferred, and required within one year of hire, CDTM required.
• Must be obtained through nationally recognized organizations such as the Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS)
• Candidates must be certified/registered in NY State to participate in CDTM at the time of hire or within 6 months of start date.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Ability to analyze/interpret and utilize results of various laboratory and microbiology tests and apply them to patient care in a clinical practice setting
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to convey educational material in an understandable manner to patients and their families.
• Ability to coordinate activities of multiple personnel and supervise their daily activities

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Travel to various locations for clinical assignments, meetings, and educational programs required
• Works unusual hours, days and shifts to accommodate needs of the educational activities of the Clinical Pharmacy Services Program
• Works in a clinic setting with considerable periods of standing and sitting

Catholic Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.