The oncology pharmacy team at UVA is seeking an individual interested in working in the areas of neuro-oncology and head & neck cancers.
Some of the position highlights include, but are not limited to, the following:
Participation in multidisciplinary clinic setting at UVA Cancer Center
Multidisciplinary team includes attending oncologist(s), oncology fellows, advanced practice providers, hematology/oncology pharmacist, and numerous medical and pharmacy learners
Clinic pharmacist ownership of Beacon treatment plans for respective disease states
Cytotoxic chemotherapy
Combination therapies including radiation/chemotherapy & chemoimmunotherapy
Immunotherapy (i.
e.
, checkpoint inhibitors)
Opportunities to design and implement supportive care plans and treatment plans in Beacon for new therapies (newly onboarded medications or literature updates)
Patient/caregiver medication education:
New start chemotherapy and other anti-cancer therapy counseling (often in conjunction with the hematology/oncology fellow or attending)
Oral chemotherapy management
Laboratory monitoring
Immunotherapy toxicity assessment and monitoring
Supportive care optimization (i.
e.
, infection prophylaxis, anti-emetic regimens, radiation toxicities)
Opportunities for provider and nursing education on oncology-specific pharmacology and therapeutics
Ample chances to mentor and precept PGY2 oncology pharmacy residents
Potential teaching roles for VCU School of Pharmacy Oncology Therapeutic modules and/or Oncology Elective course
Opportunities to serve on committees within Pharmacy department as well as across the health system enterprise
Opportunities to be involved in interdisciplinary quality improvement initiatives and academic research
Individual may occasionally rotate into the UVA Cancer Center Outpatient Infusion Pharmacy
Position Compensation Range: $52.
46 - $83.
94 Hourly
Position Compensation Range: -
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor’s in Pharmacy or Pharm.
D Degree required.
Experience: PGY-1 residency required or equivalent hospital experience.
(3.
years).
PGY-2 residency is preferred for specialty areas.
Licensure: Commonwealth of Virginia State Board of Pharmacy.
License required.
American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider.
BLS certification required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires sitting for prolonged periods; Repetitive motion: typing.
Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull < 20lbs.
May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
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We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences.
We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.
Position Compensation Range: $52.
46 - $83.
94 Hourly
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