Job Description​

An oncology pharmacist will demonstrate the knowledge, skills, abilities and critical thinking skills necessary to practice pharmacy in a health system. Critical skills include the ability to prepare and dispense medications; collect, organize and analyze patient and practice specific information; initiate and monitor therapeutic plans; work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams; supervise supportive personnel; manage projects and provide routine patient teaching and drug information services.

• Practice in accordance with all laws and regulations established by state and federal agencies and other regulating bodies
• Design, recommend, monitor and evaluate therapy regimens to meet patient goals
• Provide appropriate, cost-effective pharmaceutical care to patients
• Discuss medication order changes/clarifications with the physician or the prescriber, document any changes in the electronic medical record (when appropriate)
• Provide and document pharmacokinetic or pharmacodynamic consultations as needed
• Participate in the organization’s process for assessing, managing, and reporting adverse medication events, adverse drug reactions, and medication errors
• Provide medication use education to patients and caregivers to effectively meet their needs
• Provide concise, applicable, and timely response to drug information questions
• Interpret appropriateness of medication orders or prescriptions prior to the preparation or permitting distribution of medications
• Prepare and dispense medications using appropriate techniques following the organization’s policies and procedures
• Attend all departmental meetings and education programs, unless excused 

Job Requirements

Applicable Experience:

Less than 1 year

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross, Licensed Pharmacist (KS) - Kansas Board of Pharmacy, Licensed Pharmacist (MO) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Medication Therapy Services - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Bachelor's Degree

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