What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacist - Retail position at MD Anderson Cancer Center?
Pharmacist – Retail – 9:30a - 8p
The Pharmacy Division is committed to ensuring safe, effective, and cost-conscious medication use while partnering with healthcare professionals to achieve optimal drug therapy outcomes. Through innovative programs in patient care, research, and education, we lead the way in delivering premier, patient-centered pharmaceutical care. Our team embraces new technologies, continuous learning, and a culture of caring to elevate the quality of services we provide.
The Ideal candidate is a highly motivated pharmacy professional with a strong academic foundation, holding a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or a Pharm.D. from an accredited college of pharmacy. Candidates with a Doctorate (Professional) degree are strongly preferred. Strongly prefer at least 1 year of Pharmacist experience.
Working Hours – The working hours will be 9:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. (4 days/week; includes weekends & holidays). Onsite required.
Hourly Breakdown – Minimum - $62.01 – Midpoint - $77.64 – Maximum - $93.27
Why Us?
MD Anderson’s Retail Pharmacy provides convenient, patient-focused medication services to support cancer care and overall wellness. Located within the institution, our pharmacy team works closely with clinicians to ensure safe, accurate, and timely prescriptions for patients and employees. We offer comprehensive services including prescription fulfillment, medication counseling, specialty drugs, and over-the-counter products—all delivered with a commitment to excellence and compassionate care.
Benefits (Starting Day One)
• Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) for employees working 30 hours/week.
• Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) accruals.
• Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs.
• Tuition Assistance Program (after six months of service).
• Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan two voluntary retirement plans.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and illness-related reduced salary pay program.
• Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs, and employee resource groups.
Job-Specific Competencies
• Meet productivity guidelines with 95% accuracy and maintain performance within 20% of area averages.
• Follow established procedures to ensure accurate dosing and inventory management.
• Interpret physician orders, verify for allergies, interactions, and duplicate therapies, and use sound judgment when contacting healthcare professionals for clarification.
• Provide professional counseling using OBRA guidelines; maintain up-to-date professional knowledge and technical expertise.
• Demonstrate proficiency with all required computer systems and applications.
• Ensure correct medication delivery using two patient identifiers; follow proper inventory procedures to avoid discrepancies.
• Participate actively in clinical initiatives and special projects.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
Education Required: Bachelor's of Science degree in Pharmacy or Pharm.D. degree from an accredited college of pharmacy.
Education Preferred: Doctorate (Professional)
Certification Required: Eligible to receive a license to practice pharmacy in the State of Texas by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy.
Certification Preferred: Basic Life Support
Experience Preferred: At least one year of Pharmacist experience
Licenses and Certifications:
• Required: RPH - Registered Pharmacist Texas State Board of Pharmacy. within 90 Days and
• Required: BLS - Basic Life Support American Heart Association (AHA). within 30 Days and
• Required: ACLS - Adv Cardiac Life Support American Heart Association (AHA). If working in one of the following departments: Pharmacy Inpatient (710348), Pharmacy OP ACB (710355), Pharmacy-West Houston (710657), Pharmacy-The Woodlands (710480), Pharmacy-NWH Sur&SP Care (711204). within 90 Days
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
Salary : $62 - $93