Pharmacist I - Cancer Institute Pharmacy

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Closing Date:

04/18/2025

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

ICE | PTSL Cancer Institute OP

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Pharmacist I in the Cancer Institute Pharmacy ensures safe, accurate and appropriate use of medications, by evaluating prescribers’ orders for dosing, allergies and contraindications. The Pharmacist I helps oversee and direct the work of supportive pharmacy personnel, including technicians and students. They prepare and dispense medications, including oral and injectable medications and hazardous drugs such as chemotherapy. The Pharmacist I is responsible for prioritizing the work in a way that best meets the needs of patients, the pharmacy, and other stakeholders and customers. They will answer pharmacy-related questions for patients, other health professionals and the public. The Pharmacist I will report adverse drug events and medication safety events, and will document interventions in the medical record. As needed/as assigned, they will provide pharmacist coverage for the myeloma/stem-cell transplant infusion center. They will recommend appropriate and cost-effective drug therapy options and provide medication counseling to patients and their families. The Pharmacist I promotes and participates in the defined missions of the service line and the strategic goals of the health system.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy plus 1 year of experience working as a pharmacist (or pharmacy intern)  in a retail or hospital setting.

• Licensed registered pharmacist by the state of Arkansas, or eligible for licensure in Arkansas (licensure includes requirement for education component; must be a graduate of an ACPE accredited college of pharmacy as a condition of licensure) 

• Proficiency in utilization of electronic health record and other computer systems, excellent customer service, broad knowledge of pharmacy regulations and practices, knowledge of proper aseptic technique, sterile compounding, and hazardous drug handling regulations and best practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pharm.D. 

• Additional advanced degree (MBA, MHA, MPA, etc.) 

• PGY1 Residency (equates to 2 years of experience) 

• 2 years applicable experience (i.e. previous hospital experience, sterile compounding experience, hazardous drug handling, etc.) 

• Ability: aseptic technique/sterile compounding 

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Reviews and verifies medication orders, including checking for appropriateness, proper dosing, contraindications, allergies, proper volumes and concentrations, mixing instructions, administration instructions, etc.

• Ensures proper preparation and labeling of oral & injectable medications

• Performs sterile compounding of hazardous and non-hazardous medications  

• Performs final check of all medications before dispensing

• Properly utilizes technology to perform job, including all hoods, pumps, computers, barcode scanners, the electronic medical record, IV workflow software, investigational drug inventory software, Microsoft Word/Excel, etc.

• Dispenses investigational drugs accurately

• Collaborates regularly with RNs, APRNs and physicians in the provision and coordination of patient care

• As needed or assigned, provides pharmacist coverage in the myeloma/stem-cell transplant infusion center, performing tasks such as medication reconciliation, proactive order & treatment plan review, troubleshooting, clarifying orders, providing educations to patients, nurses and providers  

• Understands and complies with relevant regulatory standards and all departmental policies  

• Has a thorough knowledge of regulations, enforceable standards and best practices for compounded sterile products and hazardous drug handling, and practices strict aseptic technique at all times

• Documents interventions in the medical record

• Reports all patient safety events in the appropriate medication safety reporting tool

• Calibrates Repeater pumps when appropriate, and documents calibration on the appropriate log sheet

• Performs and documents monthly inspection of assigned medication storage area

• Promptly reports to supervisor or other appropriate individual if there are any deficiencies or problems with any equipment, facilities, or drug distribution

• Represents the department at Safety Huddle as assigned on weekends and holidays on a rotating basis 

• Prioritizes workflow based on patient needs, staffing availability, and rapidly changing workload

• Oversees the work of technicians, student employees, and students or residents on rotation

• Corrects, rather than ignores, any problems with operations or medication dispensing and distribution

• Helps manage inventory (using oldest/shortest-dated stock first, informing buyer of low inventory, suggesting strategies for minimizing waste, etc.)

• Makes suggestions and provides feedback to supervisor/assistant director on operational and workflow concerns 

• Participates in ad hoc training of new staff and students on rotation

• Educates patients and hospital staff when needed

• Answers questions related to medication distribution

• Provides drug information to patients, nurses, providers, other pharmacy staff, and the public 

• Other duties as assigned

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeProof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crouching, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes