Pharmacist Clinical Inpatient - Oncology

Description

Location: Rotating as needed to: Anschutz Inpatient Oncology, University of Colorado Hospital; Anschutz Cancer Pavilion, University of Colorado Hospital; Highlands Ranch Hospital Cancer Center; Lonetree Medical Oncology; Cherry Creek Medical Oncology

Department: Inpatient Pharmacy

FTE: Full-time, 80 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Rotating Schedule: The schedule will rotate in approximately two week blocks. Two weeks will be evening shift coverage on the inpatient unit, followed by approximately 2 weeks of float coverage, likely day shifts based on the needs of the units. Weekend rotation participation will also be required, ensuring comprehensive patient care coverage.

Pay: $59.80 - $83.72 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or higher degree in Pharmacy from an accredited school of Pharmacy.
• Required Licensure/Certification: State licensure as a Pharmacist and any relevant life support certification as determined at position level.
• PGY2 residency in Oncology, OR PGY1 residency 1 years of Oncology Clinical experience, OR no residency and 3 years of Oncology Clinical experience preferred
• Prior inpatient experience is preferred
• Board certification in area of expertise within 1 year of employment preferred.
  
  

At UCHealth, We Improve Lives

Picture yourself on a dynamic team improving lives in the following way(s):

• Support oncology patients across the Metro Denver Region as a Float Pharmacist, covering shifts in diverse settings and playing a crucial role in their care.
  
  

This Position Is Ideal For a Pharmacist Who

• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with the healthcare team and provide exceptional patient care.
• Is highly motivated and eager to expand their knowledge of oncology medications and treatment protocols.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to patient safety and providing optimal medication therapy outcomes.
  
  

Clinical Oncology Pharmacist

• Float Between Inpatient and Outpatient Settings: You will be providing coverage on the inpatient oncology/bone marrow transplant unit and in our outpatient oncology infusion areas. This diverse exposure allows you to gain experience with a wide range of oncology patients and treatment modalities.
• Robust Clinical Practice: Establish a strong clinical pharmacy practice focused on patient-centered care. This includes:
• Medication Management: Comprehensive medication reviews, order verification, and patient counseling.
• Therapy Optimization: Collaborate with the healthcare team to optimize drug therapy plans, ensuring efficacy and safety.
• Specialized Oncology Expertise: Develop proficiency in intravenous and oral anti-cancer therapies for both solid and hematologic malignancies.
• Operational Excellence: Contribute to the efficient operation of pharmacy services within the oncology areas, including medication dispensing, inventory management, and quality improvement initiatives.
  

We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives.

UCHealth invests in its Workforce.

UCHealth offers a Three Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee's contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals, and tenure with UCHealth. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October following completion of three years' employment.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage including coverage for eligible dependents
• 403(b) with employer matching contributions
• Time away from work: paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence; start your employment at UCHealth with PTO in your bank
• Employer-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options
• Employer paid short term disability and long-term disability with buy-up coverage options
• Wellness benefits
• Full suite of voluntary benefits such as flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care, health savings accounts (available with HD/HSA medical plan only), identity theft protection, pet insurance, and employee discount programs
• Education benefits for employees, including the opportunity to be eligible for 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. Other programs may qualify for up to $5,250 pre-paid by UCHealth or in the form of tuition reimbursement each calendar year
  
  

Loan Repayment

• UCHealth is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program! UCHealth provides employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal student loans for forgiveness through Savi.
  
  

UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.

UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.

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