Ambulatory Oncology Pharmacist

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center Ambulatory Oncology Pharmacist Opportunity Covington: LA Oncology Experience Required Full-Time About the Practice and their Mission Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center seeks an experienced Ambulatory Oncology Pharmacist to join our well-established oncology physician group practice in Covington, LA. Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center (MBPCC) is a freestanding, not-for-profit oncology practice based in the capital city of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Treating approximately 2,200 patients annually, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is Louisiana's leading cancer care organization caring for more patients each year than any other facility in the region. For over 50 years, Mary Bird Cancer Center has delivered on our mission of compassion and excellence to improve survivorship and lessen the burden of cancer through expert treatment, compassionate care, early detection, research, and education. The practice offers Hematology/Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Palliative Care, and Clinical Trials & Research programs. About the Role Oncology pharmaceuticals are continuously changing and growing with many new therapies being approved for the management of cancers. Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is looking for a new Pharmacist to join our team, and help our practice remain on the cutting edge of cancer care and research. Managing the patients receiving these therapies requires finely honed skills to optimize safety and efficacy. This pharmacist will have an extensive knowledge of the various treatment options for a wide variety of malignancies. A pharmacist with oncology experience, including leadership and project management, will find success in this role. This position will be based at the Covington location, but may be asked to assist other sites should the need arrive. Essential Functions: Assumes clinical pharmacy leadership responsibilities for oncology infusion center/specialty pharmacy through collaboration with physicians and other health professionals to develop drug management strategies to maximize medication utilization related to the area of oncology, including but not limited to medication guidelines, clinical pathways, core measures, education, clinical research, and policy development. Actively participates in multidisciplinary committees providing clinical expertise and evidence-based data to assist in guiding value-based practices, developing and deploying standardized treatment regimens protocols, and developing and monitoring Quality Assurance / Performance Improvement initiatives. Lead and participate in pharmacy educational programs for providers and nursing teams. Adheres to and upholds all rules and regulations as defined by governing bodies such as the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy, Food and Drug Administration, United States Pharmacopeia, etc. Meet identified department and system goals, develop and coordinate utilization reviews, and prospective drug use audits. Identify and ensure collection of pertinent metrics for area of specialization. Maintains professional working relationships with all team members. Promotes a positive work environment by providing constructive ideas and feedback to improve the organization. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Participate in clinical medication and treatment review, general education, and patient-specific medication information and education, including specific clinical activities to ensure safe drug delivery. Monitor lab results for changes in organ function, both as a result of chemotherapeutic organ toxicity, as well as normal metabolite-affected organ changes, and recommend drug dosage adjustments accordingly. Provide leadership of clinical appropriateness review for infusion and retail pharmacy operations. Oversight of inventory management, medical supplies, and inventory cabinets. Utilizes technology proficiently and to the full extent in their area of practice. Ability to adapt to changing priorities. Provides leadership for compounding sterile preparations, both hazardous and non-hazardous. Ensure compliance of aseptic technique, accuracy of drug compounding, safe drug handling, and oversight of workflow efficiencies for safety and compliance of appropriate drug compounding. Supervising, educating, and training other team members during the practice of sterile compounding, order verification, and/or other essential duties and tasks. Education/Qualifications: Graduate from an Accredited Pharmacy Program PharmD Preferred BCOP Certification - Board Certified Oncology Pharmacy, Preferred Active license in the State of Louisiana or Eligible for Licensure in Louisiana. Experience: Two (2) years of clinical experience Preferred. Experience with management of pharmacy support personnel Preferred. Minimum one (1) year of experience with infusion therapy and sterile compounding Preferred. Sterile compounding training, three (3) to five (5) years of oncology experience. Oncology Experience Required. Research Experience Preferred. Management Experience Preferred. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please email eric.jacksononeoncology.com I look forward to speaking with you