MTM Pharmacist - Comprehensive Cancer and Infusion Centers (0.50 FTE)

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 484 bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of primary and specialty care clinics in Minneapolis and in suburban communities. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care and hospice, and operates a research institute, innovation center and philanthropic foundation.

Hennepin Healthcare (HHS) has a 0.50 FTE (40 hours per two-week pay period) opening for a MTM Clinical Ambulatory Pharmacist supporting our Ambulatory Oncology Pharmacy program by serving our Comprehensive Cancer Center and Infusion Centers. This position will work day shift, no weekends. In this role it is necessary to demonstrate sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds. Our Pharmacists are credentialed and privileged through the Credentialing department at HHS. An ideal candidate would have completed a PGY-1 Residency and PGY2 Residency in Oncology with additional ambulatory oncology clinical experience thereafter. BCOP (Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist) is preferred.

HHS has a long history of including ambulatory pharmacy services as part of our oncology care model. Our ambulatory pharmacists are an invaluable resource to the care team, provide direct education to patients as they navigate cancer treatment, and serve as a liaison for patients as they transition between acute and ambulatory care. This service is delivered on-site at our main campus.

In addition to this role, the pharmacists will also have the opportunity to staff within our Specialty Pharmacy, additional clinics within our ambulatory system, and/or inpatient pharmacy team, depending on interest and area of training.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide Medication Therapy Management and/or disease state management to clinic patients
• Critically evaluate a patient's medication profile to ensure that each medication is indicated, effective, safe, and that the patient is adherent with therapy
• Completes timely documentation of activities within the electronic medical record as appropriate for specific areas of responsibility
• Responsible for maintaining accurate and proper patient medication profiles, monitoring to ensure the proper choice of medication, dosage form, strength, length of therapy and interaction potential of the prescribed medication
• Provide medication information to patients, nurses, physicians or other health care practitioners
• Be able to critically evaluate and interpret medical information when providing specific information to physicians or providers
• Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the pharmacy as defined by the scope of service particular to each clinic to ensure that the unique nature of the client is addressed
• May precept Resident or PharmD student rotations
• Maintain current knowledge of pharmacotherapy, pathophysiology, and procedures in area of practice
• During patient encounter, responsible for interpretation of provider medication orders for accuracy and appropriateness, informing them of any errors, omissions, or discrepancies
• During patient encounter, based on an assessment of the patient's specific medical needs, making interventions with the medical staff and nursing staff to facilitate optimal drug therapy and facilitate the provision of other pharmacy services
• Keeps up to date with competencies of both the pharmacy and those required in the clinic of practice
• Completes timely documentation of activities within the electronic medical record as appropriate for specific area of responsibility per policy from the Office of Medical Staff. Documentation is to be completed within 5 business days of encounter and no later than 30 days following the encounter
• May administer vaccinations, as applicable
• May work under Collaborative Practice and protocols as authorized by providers

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education/ Work Experience:

• Graduation from college with a degree in Pharmacy
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Currently practicing as an MTM provider in the state of MN --or--
• Completion of a residency program with emphasis on ambulatory care within the past two years --or--
• BPS certification
• BCOP (Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist)
  

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Excellent problem-solving & communication skills (verbal & written)
• Must be a self-starter, able to work under pressure and be flexible in setting priorities
• Ability to do accurate, detailed analysis of complex information and issues is essential
• Extremely strong customer service orientation
• Effectively interacts with team members and other departments
• Adaptable to changing priorities, tasks, and work schedules to meet customer service standards
  

License/Certifications:

• Possession of a valid license to practice pharmacy in the State of Minnesota
• MTM provider certification achieved through completion of a DHS approved Accreditation Council of Pharmacy Education (ACPE) program that has both didactic and clinical elements within the past two years of employment

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

• We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.
• We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement (Available ONLY for benefit eligible positions).
• For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.