Clinical Oncology Pharmacist

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Overview

Minnesota Oncology, we believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We are constantly on the lookout for talented individuals who are passionate, driven, and eager to make a difference. Come join this dynamic team who is passionate about providing exceptional care to our patients. Why Work for Us?

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), Company-paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage, 401k plan with company contribution, Wellness program that rewards you for practicing a healthy lifestyle, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program and Discount Program to some of your favorite retailers, Free Parking, Career Growth and Development, Supportive Team and Resources.

• The Clinical Oncology Pharmacist is responsible for dispensing medications and pharmaceutical products while adhering to established professional standards and best practices.
• Collaboration with nursing and medical staff to provide guidance on drug therapy.
• Supports oncology services across both IV admixture and oral specialty pharmacy services.
• Coordinates with physician staff and service providers in planning and implementing patient care plans to ensure the safe and timely delivery of drug therapy.
• Maintains thorough and appropriate documentation in the patient clinical chart, including communication with other healthcare professionals.
• Provides counseling and answers questions from patients and family concerning drug therapy.
• Instructs patients on the effects of food and alcohol intake and warns of potential side effects.
• Provides professional drug information and assistance to medical staff.
• Prepares and dispenses medication orders.
• Maintains and evaluates patient profiles and comprehensive drug data files to assess orders for incompatibilities.
• Checks all orders for completeness of information, verifies patient information, and proper physician authorization.
• Ensures insurance approval before admixing.
• Admixes drugs as ordered by physicians accurately and timely per department guidelines and prepares all drugs within OSHA and interoffice guidelines.
• Ensures correct preparation of all formulas or medications.
• Checks all prescriptions for completeness, calculates correct dosages, converting between metric and apothecary equivalents.
• Organizes and directs technician workflow; verifies their preparation and labeling of pharmaceuticals; verifies order entries, charges, and inspections.
• Provides pharmacological information by answering questions and requests from healthcare professionals and patients.
• Ensures adherence to all legal and professional requirements, including those for controlled substances.
• Consults with patients to determine pre-existing conditions to assess medication compatibility.
• Participates in pharmacy teaching and in‑service programs.
• Logs and dates all drugs in use, checks drugs monthly for outdates, and keeps accurate temperature logs.
• Maintains accurate logs on all protocol drugs and patient assistance drugs.
• Assists with inventory control of medications, orders supplies and medications, and receives and shelves medications.
• Ensures standard drug supplies are adequately stocked in all departments.
• Prepares labels, files, and prepares billing, and computes prices.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information related to patients and medical staff.
• Prepares reports and monitoring activities as directed.

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  D degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Active Minnesota Pharmacist License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Oncology Pharmacy.
• PGY-2 Oncology Residency.
• Board Certification in Oncology Pharmacy.

SALARY LEVEL
: $124,000 - $158,000 annual.

Requires full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye‑hand coordination, and the ability to read and note appropriate measurements. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and chemotherapeutic agents.

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Health Care Provider

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