Nov 08, 2024

Oncology Stewardship Pharmacist

Full time Healthcare Science

Job Description

The Oncology Stewardship Pharmacist ­­­­is responsible for oncology formulary management including onboarding new agents including determination of site of care (inpatient, outpatient, regional campuses); oversight of the review process for off-label, non-formulary or other non-standard use of antineoplastic agents and collaboration with pharmacy IS teams on development and revision EHR resources. The oncology stewardship pharmacist will also participate in the promotion of appropriate antineoplastic utilization through staff education and monitoring of antineoplastic use practices. This position’s work location is partial remote with two or three days per week remote. The selected candidate may only work remotely from a New England state (ME, VT, NH, MA, CT, RI). Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute brings together world renowned clinicians, innovative researchers and dedicated professionals, allies in the common mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. Combining extremely talented people with the best technologies in a genuinely positive environment, we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all ages; we conduct research that advances treatment; we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers; we reach out to underserved members of our community; and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals. The Oncology Stewardship Pharmacist must meet the following requirements to be hired and maintain their position in the Pharmacy Department at DFCI. Minimum Education: All Pharmacists require a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited college of Pharmacy. Minimum Experience: 5 years of clinical pharmacy experience with 4 years in oncology required. Oncology Residency preferred. License/Certification/Registration: Must be licensed to practice pharmacy in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. An advanced degree related o specialty practice or Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties or other relevant certification. Must complete 20 continuing education credits per year to maintain licensure. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with others inside and outside the department (i.e. patients, providers, other institutions). Ability to effectively work and provide appropriate leadership within a collaborative team-focused environment. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of technology required to perform primary job functions. Ability to prioritize and adapt to changes; accepts additional responsibilities based on the changing needs of the work setting. Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize and organize work. Proven leadership, management and team-building skills. Demonstrated critical thinking skills (ability to analyze information objectively and make a reasoned judgement); demonstrated success in developing and implementing appropriate responses to complex emergent/urgent issues, including ability to identify issues for appropriate and sensitive escalation. Ability to resolve complex problems within their scope of practice and to escalate appropriately when needed. Demonstrated ability to establish and implement a comprehensive regulatory oversight and outreach program in a complex organizational structure. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint). At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are equally committed to diversifying our faculty and staff. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and diverse professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law. EEOC Poster

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