The Infusion Pharmacist I is responsible for the oversight of the preparation and compounding, order verification, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals according to the laws and regulations governing pharmacists and the practice of pharmacy within oncology or sterile compounding. The Infusion Pharmacist I is responsible for the optimization of drug therapy by identifying, resolving, and preventing drug-related problems and adverse drug events.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Practices in accordance with all federal and state regulations, DFCI policies and Joint Commission standards.
2. Responsible for designated daily operations and/or clinical activities of assigned area.
3. Appropriately dispenses pharmaceuticals, including sterile products, chemotherapy, biologics, controlled substances, and investigational medications.
4. Evaluates all providers' medication orders for completeness and appropriateness prior to dispensing; consults with providers and nurses to clarify orders as needed.
5. Performs quality control on medication orders and prepared medications and additional quality-control activities as necessary (e.g., refrigerator temperature, compounding logs, hood cleaning, emergency cart, and controlled substance inventory, etc.).
6. Reviews and compares investigational protocols to medication orders for completeness and appropriateness prior to dispensing.
7. Oversees pharmacy technicians and students as assigned.
8. Other duties and projects as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a unit team and cross functional teams both inside and outside of department (i.e. patients, providers, other institutions).
• Working knowledge of and ability to use all technology required to perform primary job functions.
• Ability to prioritize and accept additional responsibilities based on the changing needs of the work setting.
• Ability to utilize references and/or drug information sources.
• Ability to resolve typically encountered problems within their scope of practice and to escalate appropriately when needed.
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills (ability to analyze information objectively and make a reasoned judgement).
Minimum Job Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited college of Pharmacy. 1 year of pharmacist experience in a hospital pharmacy, ambulatory care, or sterile compounding; OR 3 years of experience as a pharmacist in a retail-pharmacy setting. Relevant pharmacy-technician, co-op, or intern experience in hazardous sterile compounding may be considered toward meeting this requirement. Experience in oncology pharmacy preferred.
License/Certification/Registration Required:
Must be licensed to practice pharmacy in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Some satellite locations require additional licensure.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Patient Contact:
Yes
Special Working Conditions:
Routine, direct exposure to chemotherapeutic agents, biologic agents, investigational agents, gene therapy, potentially dangerous and flammable chemicals. Potential for sticks or cuts by needles and other sharp items. Potential for exposure to infectious patients and/or materials. Rotating shifts required (not open weekends/evenings).
The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate's relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
$115,000.00 - $152,500.00
