Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - Inpatient Oncology (...

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, youu2019re making a difference in peopleu2019s lives. Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - Oncology (Mon-Fri Evenings, No Weekends) The Cancer Center at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center provides state-of-the-art cancer care through personalized treatment plans, clinical excellence, and compassionate support. The Department of Pharmacy is seeking an Evening Clinical Pharmacy Specialist to join our team and support the expanding inpatient hematology/oncology and cellular therapy services. This role is an integral part of a multidisciplinary care team, responsible for reviewing individualized care plans to ensure safe, effective, and cost-effective treatment. Key Responsibilities: u2022 Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals u2022 Provide clinical oversight and verify medication orders to ensure optimal therapy u2022 Precept pharmacy students and residents u2022 Provide patient education and discharge counseling u2022 Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical policies, protocols, and treatment guidelines u2022 Support education, quality improvement initiatives, and research aligned with the Cancer Centeru2019s mission of delivering exceptional care and advancing medical discovery This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment, contributing to the care of patients receiving cutting-edge treatments Job Description: 1. Practices in accordance with the state and federal laws, rules, and regulations, including but not limited to Massachusetts Board of Registration in Pharmacy, Department of Public Health, the Food and Drug Administration, and the Drug Enforcement Administration. Maintains certification and credentials in accordance with the Board of Registration and adheres to institutional policies and procedures. 2. Reviews and verifies medication orders with consideration, including but not limited to the following patient specific parameters: diagnosis, weight/body surface area, age, allergies, organ function, laboratory values, medication duplication, drug interactions. Clarifies orders deemed to be inappropriate, incomplete, or otherwise unclear with the prescriber in a timely manner. 3. Documents and communicates pertinent information and discussion with the healthcare team and pharmacy staff to ensure continuity of care. 4. Provides drug information to physicians, nurses and other health care professionals. 5. Checks and verifies sterile and non-sterile medications. 6. Supervises the activities of students, technicians, and residents within the pharmacist area of practice. 7. Promotes a culture of patient safety by submitting medication related events and near misses. 8. Completes daily pharmacy surveillance tool monitoring, including follow-up and documentation, as well as other daily patient care initiatives and relevant reports. 9. Works collaboratively with all pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy personnel. Upholds a culture of respect and teamwork across the Pharmacy Department. 10. Precepts pharmacy students, resident rotations, and resident-led quality improvement projects. May serve as Residency Program Coordinator or Residency Program Director 11. Regularly participates in department initiatives including but not limited to supporting formulary stewardship, presenting new medication requests at Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee, creating and maintaining policies and procedures, conducting assessments of workflows, and/or developing departmental tools and resources. 12. Supports a specific core area of practice through interdisciplinary education, ongoing specialty training and as a resource for Pharmacy staff. 13. Updates clinical guidelines and presents hospital wide educational initiatives. 14. Serves on hospital interdisciplinary committees or workgroups to improve process and quality outcomes. 15. Supports IRB-approved research activities, medication use evaluations, or cost-savings initiatives. 16. Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: 1. PGY 1 + 1-3 years OR PYG2 OR 3-5 years of experience in clinical specialty area Preferred Qualifications: 1. BPS Pay Range: $61.53 - $78.04 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Created: 2025-10-31