Clinical Pharmacist, Oncology

Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CAD

Position Overview:

Works independently and in consultation with physicians and other health care providers across the health care continuum to ensure appropriate medication therapy for individual patients. Uses patient interviews and counseling, reviews the medical record and medication profile, consults with physicians, teaching, staff education, medication use evaluation, adverse reaction monitoring and resolves medication-related problems. Interventions target high risk population through the provision of medication reconciliation and comprehensive medication use management in focused disease states. Assist with care coordination, disease state education and monitoring to achieve optimal outcomes and is focused on chronic disease state management as part of a coordinated team.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

Doctorate: Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy.

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

5 years recent relevant experience

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

PHARMD-Licensed Pharmacist

OR PHARMR-Registered Pharmacist

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Comprehensive knowledge of current pharmacological/biopharmaceutical principles, pharmacotherapy, medical terminology, pathologies, disease states, and related information for a medical management plan.

Knowledge of acute and chronic disease and its effects on patients and caregivers.

Able to use professional judgment and clinical expertise in the daily solving of complex problems and in the provision of clinical information within the scope of practice.

Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment or work processes in a timely, positive and effective manner.

Demonstrated commitment to teamwork by willingly accepting responsibilities and performing assignments that support the team.

Demonstrates knowledge of total quality management through its precepts, skillful workplace applications and continuous organizational improvement.

Exhibits a customer/supplier philosophy that emphasizes both internal and external relationships; identifies both customer and supplier needs/expectations and strives to exceed them.

Ability to participate in and encourages others to utilize creative and innovative approaches to accomplish tasks.

Demonstrated responsibility for ongoing personal development, professional growth and continuing education.

Interpersonal skills collaborating with physicians, patients, families, care givers, service providers, and health care team.

Written and verbal communication skills.

Requires a basic working knowledge of legal requirements and accreditation standards including National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP), The Joint Commission (TJC), Title XXII, United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and United States Pharmacopeia (USP).

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:

See required physical demands, mental components, visual activities & working conditions at the following link: Job Requirements

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Limited Term (Fixed Term)

Number of Openings:

1

This position may regularly work, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drug(s) identified as hazardous, or potentially hazardous, by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) for purposes of USP 800.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $90.94 to $104.56 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.