UCHealth
Pharmacist Clinical Specialist - Gynecologic Oncology
UCHealth, Aurora, Colorado, United States, 80012
Description
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Gynecologic Oncology Ambulatory Care
This position reports to the Clinical Oncology Supervisor and is responsible for the development and implementation of ambulatory care clinical pharmacy services and initiatives that optimize the patient care experience and drive organizational performance in the Gynecologic Oncology clinic. In this practice setting, the pharmacist will establish a robust clinical pharmacy practice focusing on patient‑centered care and supporting medication management, therapy optimization, and certain operational aspects of pharmacy care delivery in pertinent areas such as intravenous and oral anti‑cancer therapies across oncology diagnoses, to include patient education, adherence, and adverse effect management. This position will also be involved in pharmacy student and resident (PGY1 and PGY2) training and will support other healthcare professional education initiatives.
Work Schedule
Full Time, 80 hours/pay period
Days (Mon - Fri)
Location: Anschutz Cancer Pavilion, University of Colorado Hospital
Responsibilities
Reviews, interprets and evaluates medication regimens to identify, prevent and resolve potential or actual medication‑related problems.
Provides patient care by initiating, modifying, and monitoring medication therapy through approved mechanisms that may include therapeutic interchange, collaborative practice agreement, or other strategies.
Provides drug information and education to medical professionals, students, and patients.
Collaborates with care team to develop, implement and evaluate medication management quality improvement efforts.
Participates in local and system committees with medication related focus impacting oncology, as appropriate.
Precepts pharmacy students and residents.
Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment and take appropriate action.
Requirements
Doctor of Pharmacy degree with active Colorado pharmacist licensure.
Ideal candidate would have: PGY2 residency in Oncology, OR PGY1 residency + 5 years of Oncology Clinical experience, OR no residency and 7 years of Oncology Clinical experience.
Board certification in area of expertise within 1 year of employment.
The pay range for this position is: $62.19 – $87.07 per hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.
An annual bonus may be paid to eligible employees based upon organizational and individual performance.
Benefits UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical, dental and vision coverage; retirement plans; paid time off; employer‑paid life and disability insurance with additional buy‑up coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; and a full suite of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and pet insurance. Our employees and their family members have full access to our Employee Assistance Program, which includes up to 5 free counseling visits and work/life solutions, such as one free legal consultation. In addition, other emotional counseling support is available depending upon their need.
Equal Opportunity Statement UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. UCHealth does not discriminate against any "qualified applicant with a disability" as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
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Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, Gynecologic Oncology Ambulatory Care
This position reports to the Clinical Oncology Supervisor and is responsible for the development and implementation of ambulatory care clinical pharmacy services and initiatives that optimize the patient care experience and drive organizational performance in the Gynecologic Oncology clinic. In this practice setting, the pharmacist will establish a robust clinical pharmacy practice focusing on patient‑centered care and supporting medication management, therapy optimization, and certain operational aspects of pharmacy care delivery in pertinent areas such as intravenous and oral anti‑cancer therapies across oncology diagnoses, to include patient education, adherence, and adverse effect management. This position will also be involved in pharmacy student and resident (PGY1 and PGY2) training and will support other healthcare professional education initiatives.
Work Schedule
Full Time, 80 hours/pay period
Days (Mon - Fri)
Location: Anschutz Cancer Pavilion, University of Colorado Hospital
Responsibilities
Reviews, interprets and evaluates medication regimens to identify, prevent and resolve potential or actual medication‑related problems.
Provides patient care by initiating, modifying, and monitoring medication therapy through approved mechanisms that may include therapeutic interchange, collaborative practice agreement, or other strategies.
Provides drug information and education to medical professionals, students, and patients.
Collaborates with care team to develop, implement and evaluate medication management quality improvement efforts.
Participates in local and system committees with medication related focus impacting oncology, as appropriate.
Precepts pharmacy students and residents.
Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment and take appropriate action.
Requirements
Doctor of Pharmacy degree with active Colorado pharmacist licensure.
Ideal candidate would have: PGY2 residency in Oncology, OR PGY1 residency + 5 years of Oncology Clinical experience, OR no residency and 7 years of Oncology Clinical experience.
Board certification in area of expertise within 1 year of employment.
The pay range for this position is: $62.19 – $87.07 per hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.
An annual bonus may be paid to eligible employees based upon organizational and individual performance.
Benefits UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical, dental and vision coverage; retirement plans; paid time off; employer‑paid life and disability insurance with additional buy‑up coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; and a full suite of voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and pet insurance. Our employees and their family members have full access to our Employee Assistance Program, which includes up to 5 free counseling visits and work/life solutions, such as one free legal consultation. In addition, other emotional counseling support is available depending upon their need.
Equal Opportunity Statement UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. UCHealth does not discriminate against any "qualified applicant with a disability" as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.
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