Clinical Pharmacist

Job Overview:

The Clinical Pharmacist will have out-patient duties as assigned to manage the continuity of care between the in-patient and out-patient visits including general chemotherapy and supportive care medications and related lab monitoring.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor s Degree or Pharm D
• Relevant specialized experience including three 3 to five 5 years of experience as a licensed pharmacist practicing in oncology
• Must be licensed and registered by the New Jersey State Board Pharmacy
• Must possess effective oral and written communication skills
• Must be computer literate

Preferred:

• Board Certification in Oncology Pharmacy BCOP preferred but not required

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Must be licensed and registered by the New Jersey State Board Pharmacy

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full-Time
• 40 hours/week
• Day Shift

Essential Functions:

• Work collaboratively with health care professionals to make evidence-based decisions designed to improve patient care.
• Completes critical medication order scrutiny, drug profile review, and patient monitoring to identify, prevent, or mitigate medication-related problems.
• Maintains appropriate records of dispensing as required by Institutional policy, State and Federal laws.
• Participates in Drug Usage Evaluation/Medications Usage Evaluation studies, participates in reporting ADR s, assures compliance with all policies and procedures including investigational drug studies.
• Utilize the system of Continuous Quality Improvement CQI to demonstrate and measure the effectiveness of pharmaceutical care.
• Provides accurate drug information to physicians, nurses, patients, and other health care personnel as needed.
• Counsels patients on dosage, usage, storage, side effects and indications of medications prescribed.
• Consults with physicians to clarify inaccuracies, correct errors, and provide dosage adjustment.
• Demonstrates responsibilities of ordering drugs and supplies and maintaining adequate but not excessive stock levels.
• Participates in committees, research, and clinical program development and community services as required.
• Understands and adheres to RWJBH s compliance standards as they appear in RWJBH s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Understands, demonstrates, and models the Rutgers Cancer Institute core values.
• Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and RWJBH s compliance standards as they appear in RWJBH s Corporate Compliance Policy and Code of Conduct policy.
• Acts as a role model for corporate integrity, customer service and improved quality.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,

high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering

a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer