Department: Pharmacy Oncology

Job Schedule: Per Diem

Shift: Varied

Hours: 8 AM-4 PM/9 AM -5 PM /10 AM-6 PM rotating weekends and holidays

Salary Range: $125,359.07-$188,049.62

Position Summary:

• Under the general direction of the Director of Pharmacy Services, the Registered Oncology Pharmacist provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care and works with our Infusion Center, Hematology-Oncology Unit and Oncology Physician Practice nursing staff. 
• This individual will have direct contact with our Hematology/Oncology Physicians, Infectious Disease Physicians, and their patients. 
• The Oncology Pharmacist will primarily be involved in providing Clinical/Dispensing services for our Hematology/Oncology practices and patients. 
• The Oncology Pharmacist will also provide Staff Pharmacist/ IV services as needed.
• The Registered Pharmacist reviews the patient’s medication orders against the patient’s medication profile in accordance with hospital and pharmacy philosophy, policies and procedures and standards. 
• The Registered Pharmacist is committed to customer service, professional accountability and growth

Essential Functions and Responsibilities Include the Following:

• Adheres to WPH Performance Standards, Policies, and Behaviors.
• Utilizes the Pharmacy process to meet the specific medication education, safety, and patient rights needs of oncology patients.
• Addresses age-specific medication education, safety, and patient rights needs.
• Monitors Infection Control methods, participates in PI and Risk Management programs and meets established competency standards.
• Engages in the decision-making process, collaborating with the healthcare team.
• Demonstrates productivity through punctuality, effective time management, and maintaining professional performance.
• Shows commitment through in-service attendance, participation in projects, and continuous self-development.
• Stays updated on federal, state, and WPH regulations, laws, and policies.
• Assumes accountability for competency standards and welcomes constructive criticism.
• Maintains a cooperative and professional attitude, effectively communicating with the healthcare team.
• Adapts to staffing needs and assignments flexibly.
• Demonstrates conflict resolution skills with a positive attitude.
• Practices cost containment measures.
• Complies with all WPH policies, procedures, dress code, and code of conduct.
• Supervises Pharmacy Assistants.
• Performs all other assigned duties.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Graduate from an accredited school of Pharmacy with a minimum of a BS in Pharmacy.
• NYS Pharmacist license and Current New York registration are required.
• 2 – 3 years of hospital pharmacy experience;
• Minimum three (3) of annual CE requirements must be in Chemotherapy/Oncology.
• Oncology Certification by NYSCHP or BPS or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in hematology oncology and infusion center operations preferred.
• Successful completion of Hospital and Departmental Orientation Program, according to hospital and Pharmacy policy and procedure

Core Competencies:

• Demonstrates the ability to establish two-way communication by clearly defining expectations, communicating utilizing a variety of methods, actively listening to ideas and concerns and responding in an appropriate manner.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform pharmaceutical calculations.
• Demonstrates the ability to act in a professional capacity and serve as a role model. Demonstrates ability to retain composure under stress
• Poises problem-solving skills
• Practice good judgment and decision making