Pharmacist - Oncology

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The Pharmacist I
- Oncology will work various shifts and weekends and will prepare and dispense medication orders per physician request according to established policies, procedures and protocols. The Pharmacist ensures safe, appropriate, cost‑effective medication therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures and protocols and direction of leadership. The Pharmacist I gives input to leadership as requested for review or creation of departmental policies, procedures and protocols, contributes to the quality and effective operation of the department.

The Pharmacist supervises and directs pharmacy support personnel in a respectful manner and in accordance with NYS Board of Pharmacy regulations and departmental guidance. The Pharmacist verifies the daily activities of pharmacy technicians and points out errors in filling in a non‑punitive constructive manner as observed by co‑workers and pharmacy leadership.

The Pharmacist maintains a neat, professional, well‑groomed appearance and wears identification badge at all times as observed by the supervisor. Performs work within specified times and prioritizes the order in which work needs to be completed for both patient safety and patient satisfaction. Adapts positively to frequent interruptions and changes in workload and/or work schedule, as observed by the supervisor and co‑workers.

The Pharmacist works cooperatively with all network staff including pharmacy management, providers and network or entity leadership.

The Pharmacist demonstrates the ability to address problems in the appropriate setting using tools and techniques for identification and resolution of problems. Success measured by feedback from staff and observation by the supervisor and pharmacy leadership team. Pharmacist is receptive to changes that enhance the services the pharmacy department provides. They are proactive, forward‑thinking and open to instruction by leadership. Performs other assigned tasks as directed or performs tasks not assigned when a need arises.

Able to identify and resolve immediate needs as well as direct ancillary staff on the resolution of immediate needs. Demonstrates an understanding of appropriate and timely escalation of issues or concerns as well as the appropriateness and need to resolve issues in the moment when patient safety is at risk.

Pharmacist I (Inpatient)

• Performs and supervises sterile compounding according to hospital policy and USP 797 standards.
• Performs and supervises hazardous sterile compounding according to hospital policy and USP 800 standards.
• Review and verification of prescriber’s orders, ensuring appropriateness and accuracy as well as adherence to hospital standards for administration and formulary.
• Direct interaction with practitioners, nursing, and ancillary staff regarding a broad range of topics that impact patient care and satisfaction as well as network and entity policy and formulary adherence.
• Ordering, receiving, managing, and securing of medication and ancillary product inventories including controlled and non‑controlled substances in accordance to all applicable regulations and network or entity policies.
• Accurate and complete dispensing of medications in accordance with all departmental policy, accreditation, and regulatory standards. Accurate and complete documentation associated with interventions and interactions with providers, nursing and ancillary staff.
• Distribution of medications within Bassett Healthcare Network healthcare clinics, operating rooms, and other clinical service areas in accordance with regulations and policies.
• Direct interaction with patients including but not limited to obtaining medication therapy histories, providing medication counseling and instruction as required.

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Pharmacist I (Outpatient)

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