Des Moines Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (Hybrid

Des Moines Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (Hybrid)

Come Join Our Team at the University of Iowa Health Care in Des Moines! The University of Iowa Health Care, Department of Pharmaceutical Care, is seeking an experienced and dedicated Oncology Pharmacy Specialist for our Des Moines Pharmacy. This pharmacist position will be located in Des Moines, Iowa. The pharmacist will provide in-person and remote services for patients receiving hematology and oncology pharmaceutical care services throughout the Des Moines area.

They will provide clinical support, education, coordination of dispensing, and monitoring for patients receiving specialty medications. The pharmacist serves as a role-model/practitioner-educator for Doctor of Pharmacy students and pharmacy residents and carries out clinical practice responsibilities for the Department of Pharmaceutical Care. This position may be eligible for additional recruitment incentives. This position is eligible for a combination of remote work and in-person (hybrid) work within Iowa.

Remote work is contingent on patient care needs and staff meeting eligibility criteria. To be eligible for the hybrid remote work option, staff must be working in the position for a minimum of 6 months, must have successfully completed all training requirements, and must be meeting or exceeding expectations as assessed in a formal performance review or by leadership. A work arrangement form will be required to be completed prior to the start of remote work.

Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.

Patient Care - Participate in the provision of pharmaceutical care in select clinics:
Be present in clinics when patients are scheduled to see the clinical pharmacist and when clinical pharmacy services are required. Complete a comprehensive patient assessment including medication history, pertinent physical assessment, and assessment of relevant laboratory values, patient interview, and an evaluation of past medical history for appropriate patients. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, other health care providers, and patients as a member of the inter-professional team to achieve positive outcomes through optimal medication use and management.

Provide disease state management and medication therapy management services through the use of collaborative practice agreements and protocols. Provide in-depth patient medication assessment and education. Provide follow-up of therapeutic recommendations through telephone calls and return clinic appointments as appropriate. Identify, evaluate and prevent adverse drug events through appropriate interventions. Communicate therapeutic recommendations to the health care providers verbally and/or through electronic health record documentation.

Document relevant clinical information in electronic medical record. Coordinate medication-planning activities including facilitation of prescription writing, patient education, coordination with family members or home health care providers, etc. Collaboratively address financial issues to ensure receipt of needed medications. Provide drug information and education to health care professionals. Serve as liaison for ambulatory pharmacy staff regarding patient medication therapy. Evaluate patient-specific medication regimens to ensure the appropriateness of the following:
Indication Correct dose Route of administration Drug-drug, drug-food, drug-lab, or drug-disease-state interactions Efficacy of therapy Adherence to therapy Dose adjustments for organ dysfunction Adverse drug reactions Potential drug misuse or abuse Use of the most cost-effective therapy Availability of medications on the UI Health Care (if applicable) Complete patient follow-up calls to address side-effects/adherence. On an infrequent and rotating basis, provide 24-hour, 7 days a week on-call coverage for Ambulatory Care Specialty Pharmacy Clinical Services.

Residency Training and Student Teaching Programs:
Develop goals and objectives for pharmacy residency programs and Doctor of Pharmacy advanced pharmacy practice and introductory pharmacy practice experiences. Prepare and administer pharmacy student and / or resident performance evaluations. Participate in the formal experiential training and didactic teaching required to conduct the pharmacy residency programs and Doctor of Pharmacy advanced pharmacy practice and introductory pharmacy practice experiences Participate in recruiting activities for pharmacy residency programs.

Provide daily communication and follow-up to other clinical pharmacists, pharmacy areas, and other health care professionals as needed. Provide in-service education to pharmacists as needed. Provide in-service to members of the health care team as needed. Assist physicians, nurses, and patients with medication questions, medication access and continuity of care issues.…