Roswell Park Cancer Institute
Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - Lead (Specialty Pharmacy)
Roswell Park Cancer Institute, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266
Title
Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - Lead (Specialty Pharmacy) Job Type
Regular Company
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Department
Scott Bieler Amherst Center - Specialty Pharmacy Time Type
Full time Weekly Hours
40 Summary
Under the general guidance of the Executive Director, Medication Access & Specialty Pharmacy Services, the Senior Clinical Pharmacy Specialist serves as the clinical pharmacy expert for the Specialty Pharmacy. This position is responsible for providing direct oversight of all clinical pharmacy operations within the Specialty Pharmacy, with a primary focus on ensuring compliance with Utilization Review Accreditation Commission (URAC) and Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) standards, leading initiatives to maintain accreditation, and providing expert clinical guidance to the pharmacy team while prioritizing patient safety and optimal medication therapy. This position is also responsible for maintaining and reporting quality metrics as it pertains to patient management and clinical specialty pharmacy to continuously improve the quality of care. Accreditation Compliance Management
Monitoring and maintaining adherence to all URAC/ACHC standards and guidelines related to pharmacy practices Leading the development and implementation of clinical policies and procedures to achieve and sustain URAC/ACHC accreditation Conducting regular audits and reviews to identify areas for improvement regarding URAC/ACHC compliance Preparing for and coordinating URAC/ACHC site visits Clinical Pharmacy Practice
Providing advanced clinical pharmacy services including medication reviews, drug therapy management, and patient education/counseling Collaborating with healthcare providers to optimize medication regimens and address complex medication issues Identifying and implementing evidence-based clinical practices to improve patient outcomes Develops and implements clinical pharmacy policies and procedures for the specialty pharmacy Identifies and coordinates oral chemotherapy pharmacy education programs Coordinates formulary reviews for specialty drugs, developing monographs, patient education handouts, and monitoring tools Assists with prior authorization process and patient assistance programs Performs all duties of a Clinical Pharmacist, Specialist and other tasks as assigned by pharmacy leadership when needed Staff Leadership And Development
Serves as the Senior Clinical Pharmacy Specialist for both Specialty Pharmacy locations Responsible for oversight of clinical decision?making aspects of the program and provides clinical guidance to staff and patients Manages the day?to?day clinical pharmacy workflow, issues, calls and routine visits as it pertains to patient management and quality standards Oversees Oral Chemotherapy Monitoring Program In collaboration with the Patient Access Supervisor assigns, prioritizes and evaluates the work of Clinical Pharmacy Assistants Mentoring other clinical pharmacists on medication management, patient care, and URAC/ACHC compliance Providing training and education to pharmacy staff regarding URAC/ACHC standards and best practices Overseeing specialty pharmacy staff performance and addressing any concerns related to patient care or compliance with pharmacy leadership Assists in identifying and correcting issues regarding performance measures for all specialty pharmacy staff Quality Improvement Initiatives
Leading quality improvement projects focused on medication safety, adherence, and clinical outcomes Analyzing data to identify trends and implement interventions to improve pharmacy practice Develops and monitors key performance indicators (KPIs) related to clinical pharmacy services and URAC/ACHC compliance Ensures compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and clinical practice standards Provides guidance to team members regarding Quality Management Committee activities Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
License Requirement: License to practice as a Registered Pharmacist in the State of New?York Doctor of Pharmacy degree; or Masters degree and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time clinical pharmacy or pharmacy-related experience; or Bachelors degree and the equivalent of three (3) years of full-time clinical pharmacy or pharmacy-related experience. Note
Incumbents must be credentialed as a member of the organization Medical Staff (Allied Health Professional) within four months of date of hire as a condition of continued employment. Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited school, college or university or one recognized by Roswell?Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices. Preferred Qualifications
Completion of PGY?1 Residency and PGY?2 Oncology Pharmacy Residency (or equivalent) preferred One (1) year of clinical pharmacy practice experience (in oncology) preferred One (1) year of Specialty Pharmacy practice experience preferred Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Roswell?Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell?Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy?related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individuals relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law. Reasonable Accommodation Request
RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR?PayAndBenefits@RoswellPark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Our Core Values
RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect. Historical Compensation Information Statement
Pursuant to Executive Order?161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governors Office of Employee Relations at (518)?474?6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - Lead (Specialty Pharmacy) Job Type
Regular Company
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center Department
Scott Bieler Amherst Center - Specialty Pharmacy Time Type
Full time Weekly Hours
40 Summary
Under the general guidance of the Executive Director, Medication Access & Specialty Pharmacy Services, the Senior Clinical Pharmacy Specialist serves as the clinical pharmacy expert for the Specialty Pharmacy. This position is responsible for providing direct oversight of all clinical pharmacy operations within the Specialty Pharmacy, with a primary focus on ensuring compliance with Utilization Review Accreditation Commission (URAC) and Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) standards, leading initiatives to maintain accreditation, and providing expert clinical guidance to the pharmacy team while prioritizing patient safety and optimal medication therapy. This position is also responsible for maintaining and reporting quality metrics as it pertains to patient management and clinical specialty pharmacy to continuously improve the quality of care. Accreditation Compliance Management
Monitoring and maintaining adherence to all URAC/ACHC standards and guidelines related to pharmacy practices Leading the development and implementation of clinical policies and procedures to achieve and sustain URAC/ACHC accreditation Conducting regular audits and reviews to identify areas for improvement regarding URAC/ACHC compliance Preparing for and coordinating URAC/ACHC site visits Clinical Pharmacy Practice
Providing advanced clinical pharmacy services including medication reviews, drug therapy management, and patient education/counseling Collaborating with healthcare providers to optimize medication regimens and address complex medication issues Identifying and implementing evidence-based clinical practices to improve patient outcomes Develops and implements clinical pharmacy policies and procedures for the specialty pharmacy Identifies and coordinates oral chemotherapy pharmacy education programs Coordinates formulary reviews for specialty drugs, developing monographs, patient education handouts, and monitoring tools Assists with prior authorization process and patient assistance programs Performs all duties of a Clinical Pharmacist, Specialist and other tasks as assigned by pharmacy leadership when needed Staff Leadership And Development
Serves as the Senior Clinical Pharmacy Specialist for both Specialty Pharmacy locations Responsible for oversight of clinical decision?making aspects of the program and provides clinical guidance to staff and patients Manages the day?to?day clinical pharmacy workflow, issues, calls and routine visits as it pertains to patient management and quality standards Oversees Oral Chemotherapy Monitoring Program In collaboration with the Patient Access Supervisor assigns, prioritizes and evaluates the work of Clinical Pharmacy Assistants Mentoring other clinical pharmacists on medication management, patient care, and URAC/ACHC compliance Providing training and education to pharmacy staff regarding URAC/ACHC standards and best practices Overseeing specialty pharmacy staff performance and addressing any concerns related to patient care or compliance with pharmacy leadership Assists in identifying and correcting issues regarding performance measures for all specialty pharmacy staff Quality Improvement Initiatives
Leading quality improvement projects focused on medication safety, adherence, and clinical outcomes Analyzing data to identify trends and implement interventions to improve pharmacy practice Develops and monitors key performance indicators (KPIs) related to clinical pharmacy services and URAC/ACHC compliance Ensures compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and clinical practice standards Provides guidance to team members regarding Quality Management Committee activities Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
License Requirement: License to practice as a Registered Pharmacist in the State of New?York Doctor of Pharmacy degree; or Masters degree and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time clinical pharmacy or pharmacy-related experience; or Bachelors degree and the equivalent of three (3) years of full-time clinical pharmacy or pharmacy-related experience. Note
Incumbents must be credentialed as a member of the organization Medical Staff (Allied Health Professional) within four months of date of hire as a condition of continued employment. Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited school, college or university or one recognized by Roswell?Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices. Preferred Qualifications
Completion of PGY?1 Residency and PGY?2 Oncology Pharmacy Residency (or equivalent) preferred One (1) year of clinical pharmacy practice experience (in oncology) preferred One (1) year of Specialty Pharmacy practice experience preferred Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Roswell?Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell?Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy?related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individuals relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law. Reasonable Accommodation Request
RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR?PayAndBenefits@RoswellPark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Our Core Values
RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect. Historical Compensation Information Statement
Pursuant to Executive Order?161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governors Office of Employee Relations at (518)?474?6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov. #J-18808-Ljbffr