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UP Health System - Marquette

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. UPHS – Marquette is a 222 bed hospital and houses the region’s only Level II Trauma Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). We also provide outreach with programs like annual health and safety fairs, health screenings for the entire family and more to keep our community healthy!

Where We Are:

In Marquette our fascinating history, rural landscape, abundant recreational opportunities, and welcoming people make the Upper Peninsula someplace special. From a thriving culinary scene to charming shops to historic lighthouses and museums, there is something for everyone in this beautiful lakeside gem.

Why Choose Us:

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

Opportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare

And much more…

Position Summary:

Delivers high quality cost-effective pharmaceutical care to hematology/oncology and infusion patient populations in the clinic setting by participating in activities such as drug selection, drug information, dosing, monitoring, preparation, outcomes management, and patient education

Reports to: Pharmacy Manager

FLSA: Non-exempt

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

- Evaluates prescribers’ medication orders with respect to overall patient therapy and consults with

physicians and other health providers on the selection, dosages, interactions, and side effects of

medications.

- Verifies and/or enters patient medication orders accurately into pharmacy information system and

ensures proper charging/crediting of products on patient accounts.

- Prepares, labels, and dispenses hazardous and non-hazardous medications accurately and efficiently

for patients in accordance with physicians' orders and established policies and procedures.

- Provides medication education to providers, patients and/or caregivers as needed.

- Supervises the activities of pharmacy technicians to ensure timely and accurate medication delivery

and compliance with all professional standards and organizational policies and procedures.

- Assists in inventory, purchasing, stocking, and quality control of drugs and products utilized by

pharmacy.

- Contributes to assessing, maintaining, documenting, and overseeing pharmacy cleanroom

environment in accordance with USP 797, USP 800 and all facility policies and procedures.

- Assists with development and implementation of evidence-based medication guidelines and protocols.

- Performs clinical review, entry, and modification of oncology and infusion treatment plans within the

clinical information system.**

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

*- Bachelor of Science from accredited School of Pharmacy - Required

- Doctor of Pharmacy from accredited School of Pharmacy - Preferred*

*Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, organization, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment. Must be able to communicate effectively with patients and other healthcare providers.*

*Required Licenses

/Pharmacist/

Active Michigan Pharmacist License - Required

Active Michigan Controlled Substances License - Required

Specialty Certification in Oncology (BCOP, HOPA core competency) - Preferred*

*Minimum Work Experience

At least one year in a hospital or oncology pharmacy. - Required

Three years in oncology or infusion practice - Preferred*

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EEOC Statement:

UP Health System – Marquette is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

*Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran*

**Job:** **Update to valid job fielda*

Organization:**

**Title:** *Oncology Pharmacist*

**Location:** *Michigan-Marquette*

**Requisition ID:** *7467-10541*