UT Southwestern Medical Center
Clinical Staff Pharmacist, Cancer Center Infusion Services
UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Clinical Staff Pharmacist, Cancer Center Infusion Services – UT Southwestern Medical Center
Why UT Southwestern?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas‑Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world‑renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas‑Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on‑site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
Job Summary Infusion clinical staff pharmacist – IV certification required. Central pharmacy operation, technician supervision, IV admixture of both hazardous and non‑hazardous medication oversight. Responsible for covering the weekend and the operational needs of all infusion pharmacies. Oncology or infusion pharmacy experience preferred. This role will be located at Redbird and will float to other sites with a weekend rotation.
Benefits
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
Paid Time Off, available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Required – Experience and Education
Bachelor of Science (BS) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree
1 year of pharmacy experience
English proficiency (speaking, reading, writing)
Eligible for licensure by Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP); obtain Texas license within 30 days (ACPE‑IV)
Sterile compounding (IV) certification accredited by ACPE upon hire
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification with course accredited by AHA or ARC upon hire
A&D Cardiac Life Support course accredited by AHA or ARC required for inpatient positions within 180 days
Preferred
1 year of pharmacist experience
Job Duties
Performs job responsibilities in accordance with organizational and departmental policies, procedures, performance improvement objectives and environmental/infection control standards as well as state and federal laws and regulations.
Performs all computer order entry in an accurate, thorough, and timely manner. Reviews/updates medication profiles (therapies, allergies, height, weight, etc.) and is cognizant of patient charges.
Reviews medication orders for therapeutic appropriateness, duplications, interactions, overall effectiveness and safety. Seeks clarification if necessary and documents interventions (e.g., ADR).
Consistently works (multi‑tasks) and problem solves independently and effectively with minimal supervision. Takes charge when necessary and is looked to for direction. Makes the right decisions and uses good judgement. Is cross‑trained and multifunctional maintaining competency in multiple areas.
Enforces the formulary system and follows departmental policy and procedure when acquisition of non‑formulary product is judged necessary. Participates in cost‑effective use and selection of pharmaceuticals.
Communicates drug information (verbally and in writing) to physicians, nurses, etc. in a courteous and professional manner. Assists in patient/family education and counseling regarding drug therapy and side effects. Also, effectively documents clinical activities, demonstrating cost savings and concisely conveying key information required for follow‑up by fellow pharmacists. Strives to improve patient satisfaction, as measured by Press Ganey scores.
Manages technicians and all other supportive personnel. Delegates appropriate/reasonable tasks and validates accuracy of medications intended for distribution from the IV lab, central pharmacy or decentralized automated dispensing machines. Audits and signs out all controlled substances in accordance with state/federal guidelines and organizational policies. Investigates and corrects discrepancies and unusual usage patterns/trends.
Actively enhances personal growth and development by participating in educational programs, in‑services and meetings. Actively participates in new employee orientation and training. Willingly takes on additional projects as needs develop.
Actively participates in the clinical program. Supports P&T initiatives by monitoring target drugs for protocol discontinue, substitution, IV to PO, etc. Collects applicable data/measures and communicates opportunities for improvement. Performs therapeutic monitoring of specified drug therapies and recommends dosage adjustments as needed based on renal function evaluation and pharmacokinetic calculations.
Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions: a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients; b) Directly interacting with or caring for human‑subject research participants; c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human‑subject research records.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Security and EEO Statement Security This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
Job Details
Primary Location: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Work Locations: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Job Function: Allied Health
Organization: 869802 – UH Specialty Retail Pharmacy
Schedule: Full‑time
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Posting: Dec 19, 2025
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Job Summary Infusion clinical staff pharmacist – IV certification required. Central pharmacy operation, technician supervision, IV admixture of both hazardous and non‑hazardous medication oversight. Responsible for covering the weekend and the operational needs of all infusion pharmacies. Oncology or infusion pharmacy experience preferred. This role will be located at Redbird and will float to other sites with a weekend rotation.
Benefits
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copay
Paid Time Off, available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Required – Experience and Education
Bachelor of Science (BS) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree
1 year of pharmacy experience
English proficiency (speaking, reading, writing)
Eligible for licensure by Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP); obtain Texas license within 30 days (ACPE‑IV)
Sterile compounding (IV) certification accredited by ACPE upon hire
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification with course accredited by AHA or ARC upon hire
A&D Cardiac Life Support course accredited by AHA or ARC required for inpatient positions within 180 days
Preferred
1 year of pharmacist experience
Job Duties
Performs job responsibilities in accordance with organizational and departmental policies, procedures, performance improvement objectives and environmental/infection control standards as well as state and federal laws and regulations.
Performs all computer order entry in an accurate, thorough, and timely manner. Reviews/updates medication profiles (therapies, allergies, height, weight, etc.) and is cognizant of patient charges.
Reviews medication orders for therapeutic appropriateness, duplications, interactions, overall effectiveness and safety. Seeks clarification if necessary and documents interventions (e.g., ADR).
Consistently works (multi‑tasks) and problem solves independently and effectively with minimal supervision. Takes charge when necessary and is looked to for direction. Makes the right decisions and uses good judgement. Is cross‑trained and multifunctional maintaining competency in multiple areas.
Enforces the formulary system and follows departmental policy and procedure when acquisition of non‑formulary product is judged necessary. Participates in cost‑effective use and selection of pharmaceuticals.
Communicates drug information (verbally and in writing) to physicians, nurses, etc. in a courteous and professional manner. Assists in patient/family education and counseling regarding drug therapy and side effects. Also, effectively documents clinical activities, demonstrating cost savings and concisely conveying key information required for follow‑up by fellow pharmacists. Strives to improve patient satisfaction, as measured by Press Ganey scores.
Manages technicians and all other supportive personnel. Delegates appropriate/reasonable tasks and validates accuracy of medications intended for distribution from the IV lab, central pharmacy or decentralized automated dispensing machines. Audits and signs out all controlled substances in accordance with state/federal guidelines and organizational policies. Investigates and corrects discrepancies and unusual usage patterns/trends.
Actively enhances personal growth and development by participating in educational programs, in‑services and meetings. Actively participates in new employee orientation and training. Willingly takes on additional projects as needs develop.
Actively participates in the clinical program. Supports P&T initiatives by monitoring target drugs for protocol discontinue, substitution, IV to PO, etc. Collects applicable data/measures and communicates opportunities for improvement. Performs therapeutic monitoring of specified drug therapies and recommends dosage adjustments as needed based on renal function evaluation and pharmacokinetic calculations.
Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions: a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients; b) Directly interacting with or caring for human‑subject research participants; c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human‑subject research records.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Security and EEO Statement Security This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
Job Details
Primary Location: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Work Locations: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd
Job Function: Allied Health
Organization: 869802 – UH Specialty Retail Pharmacy
Schedule: Full‑time
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Job Posting: Dec 19, 2025
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