What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacist position at The US Oncology Network?
Overview
Location: Southern Cancer Center - Springhill Hospital and Providence Hospital Clinics
Department: Pharmacy
Reports To: Pharmacy Manager
Position Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
Under general supervision, the Pharmacist compounds and dispenses medications according to professional standards and regulatory requirements. This role ensures accurate preparation, documentation, and delivery of medications while maintaining compliance with legal, safety, and quality assurance protocols. The Pharmacist serves as a resource for nursing and medical staff, providing guidance on prescriptions, drug interactions, and patient counseling.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Location: Southern Cancer Center - Springhill Hospital and Providence Hospital Clinics
Department: Pharmacy
Reports To: Pharmacy Manager
Position Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
Under general supervision, the Pharmacist compounds and dispenses medications according to professional standards and regulatory requirements. This role ensures accurate preparation, documentation, and delivery of medications while maintaining compliance with legal, safety, and quality assurance protocols. The Pharmacist serves as a resource for nursing and medical staff, providing guidance on prescriptions, drug interactions, and patient counseling.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare and dispense medication orders accurately and timely.
- Review patient profiles and drug data files to identify incompatibilities or potential issues.
- Verify completeness of orders, patient information, and physician authorization.
- Confirm insurance approval prior to admixture; prepare drugs per OSHA and departmental guidelines.
- Calculate correct dosages, converting between metric and apothecary equivalents.
- Oversee pharmacy technicians’ workflow, verifying preparation, labeling, and order entries.
- Provide pharmacological information and counseling to healthcare professionals and patients.
- Ensure compliance with all legal and professional requirements, including controlled substances.
- Consult with patients regarding pre-existing conditions, food/alcohol interactions, and potential side effects.
- Participate in pharmacy teaching and in-service programs.
- Maintain accurate logs for drug usage, temperature checks, and inventory control.
- Dispose of materials properly and clean admixture hoods per protocol.
- Order, receive, and stock medications; ensure adequate supply in all departments.
- Prepare labels, billing, and compute pricing.
- Stay current on new drug information and maintain confidentiality of patient data.
- Prepare reports and monitor activities as directed.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy.
- Current state licensure as a Pharmacist.
- 0–3 years of experience as a registered pharmacist (Oncology experience preferred).
- Ability to supervise pharmacy technicians.
- Strong knowledge of pharmacology, compounding, and regulatory compliance.
- Full range of body motion, manual dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
- Occasionally lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
- Requires corrected vision and hearing within normal range.
- Regular exposure to patients and potential contact with toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and chemotherapeutic agents.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.