What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Pharmacy Specialist- Solid Tumor Oncology position at UCSF Health?
Job Description
Under the Department of Pharmaceutical Services, the Clinical Pharmacy Specialist- Solid Tumor Oncology is involved in all aspects of the medication use process at all pharmacy locations within the UCSF Health System. They may also be asked to participate in pharmaceutical care in other sectors of the Department of Pharmaceutical Services as needed.
The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist performs a wide range of pharmaceutical care functions to assure that drugs prescribed for and used by patients are safe and effective. These include, for example, obtaining medication histories, reviewing and assessing medication profiles, providing drug information to patients and health providers, collaborating with clinicians on drugs of choice and therapeutic plans, ensuring access to medications, educating patients on the proper use of medications, and ensuring that patients understand cautions, adverse reactions, and interactions related to their therapy.
The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist functions include but are not limited to: performing formulary evaluation for Oncology and Infusion Services, identifying opportunities for improvement regarding oncology and infusion specific medication use, and developing intervention strategies to optimize medication utilization. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist will work mainly in the oncology and infusion pharmacy setting and will serve as the pharmacy department liaison with the solid tumor practices in the outpatient setting, transitions of care, and inpatient solid tumor consult services.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications :
Minimum 3-5 Years Of Directly Related Experience.
Must have graduated from an accredited school of pharmacy and possess a Doctor of Pharmacy degree (PharmD) or equivalent degree as determined by the National Board of Pharmacy. For graduates in a non-US country or jurisdiction, pharmacists must have earned a Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination Committee (FPGEC) Certification as determined by the National Board of Pharmacy.
Completed an ASHP Accredited Postgraduate Year 1 (PGY1) Pharmacy Residency Program or equivalent practice experience.
Must possess a current license in good standing to practice pharmacy in the State of California
Current certification for Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
Preferred Qualifications
Completed an ASHP Accredited Postgraduate Year 2 (PGY2) Oncology Pharmacy Residency Program
Board of Pharmacy Specialties certification (BCCP)
License/Certification
Must possess a current license in good standing to practice pharmacy in the State of California
Current certification for Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
About UCSF
ABOUT US
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values .
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here .
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Salary Information
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
Under the Department of Pharmaceutical Services, the Clinical Pharmacy Specialist- Solid Tumor Oncology is involved in all aspects of the medication use process at all pharmacy locations within the UCSF Health System. They may also be asked to participate in pharmaceutical care in other sectors of the Department of Pharmaceutical Services as needed.
The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist performs a wide range of pharmaceutical care functions to assure that drugs prescribed for and used by patients are safe and effective. These include, for example, obtaining medication histories, reviewing and assessing medication profiles, providing drug information to patients and health providers, collaborating with clinicians on drugs of choice and therapeutic plans, ensuring access to medications, educating patients on the proper use of medications, and ensuring that patients understand cautions, adverse reactions, and interactions related to their therapy.
The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist functions include but are not limited to: performing formulary evaluation for Oncology and Infusion Services, identifying opportunities for improvement regarding oncology and infusion specific medication use, and developing intervention strategies to optimize medication utilization. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist will work mainly in the oncology and infusion pharmacy setting and will serve as the pharmacy department liaison with the solid tumor practices in the outpatient setting, transitions of care, and inpatient solid tumor consult services.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications :
Minimum 3-5 Years Of Directly Related Experience.
Must have graduated from an accredited school of pharmacy and possess a Doctor of Pharmacy degree (PharmD) or equivalent degree as determined by the National Board of Pharmacy. For graduates in a non-US country or jurisdiction, pharmacists must have earned a Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination Committee (FPGEC) Certification as determined by the National Board of Pharmacy.
Completed an ASHP Accredited Postgraduate Year 1 (PGY1) Pharmacy Residency Program or equivalent practice experience.
Must possess a current license in good standing to practice pharmacy in the State of California
Current certification for Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
Preferred Qualifications
Completed an ASHP Accredited Postgraduate Year 2 (PGY2) Oncology Pharmacy Residency Program
Board of Pharmacy Specialties certification (BCCP)
License/Certification
Must possess a current license in good standing to practice pharmacy in the State of California
Current certification for Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
About UCSF
ABOUT US
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values .
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here .
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Salary Information
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html