What are the responsibilities and job description for the Oncology Clinical Pharmacist position at VHC Health?
Purpose & Scope
The oncology clinical pharmacist is responsible for promoting evidence-based, cost-effective, safe and appropriate therapeutic regimens for inpatients and outpatients in accordance with organizational and departmental policies and procedures. This individual will serve as a departmental resource and liaison to healthcare professionals. The oncology clinical pharmacist will be responsible for precepting pharmacy students and residents. The yearly performance evaluation will be based on measurable outcomes related to quality initiatives, cost containment, ADR prevention, etc.
Education
Bachelor's degree or doctorate degree in pharmacy is required.
Experience
Three Years Of Clinical Pharmacology Experience Is Required.
Certification/Licensure
Licensed as a Pharmacist by the Virginia Department of Health Professions required.
BPS board certification in BCOP to be obtained within 24 months.
BPS board certification in BCPS to be obtained in 12 moths.
Other Qualifications
The oncology clinical pharmacist is responsible for promoting evidence-based, cost-effective, safe and appropriate therapeutic regimens for inpatients and outpatients in accordance with organizational and departmental policies and procedures. This individual will serve as a departmental resource and liaison to healthcare professionals. The oncology clinical pharmacist will be responsible for precepting pharmacy students and residents. The yearly performance evaluation will be based on measurable outcomes related to quality initiatives, cost containment, ADR prevention, etc.
Education
Bachelor's degree or doctorate degree in pharmacy is required.
Experience
Three Years Of Clinical Pharmacology Experience Is Required.
Certification/Licensure
Licensed as a Pharmacist by the Virginia Department of Health Professions required.
BPS board certification in BCOP to be obtained within 24 months.
BPS board certification in BCPS to be obtained in 12 moths.
Other Qualifications
- Completion of both an ASHP-accredited PGY1 and PGY2 residency program, or
- Five (5) years of clinical experience with 3 years specific to oncology, or
- Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency program and 2 years clinical practice experience in oncology, or
- BPS board certification and at least 1 year of clinical practice experience in oncology
