Manager of Clinical Pharmacy Services - Willowbrook - Houston, Tx

Texas Oncology is looking for a Manager of Pharmacy Services to join our team! This position will support and work at our Willowbrook location in Houston, Texas.

In the vibrant Willowbrook area of Northwest Houston, healing meets convenience and community. Texas Oncology-Houston Willowbrook stands as a beacon of hope, offering advanced cancer care including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, CAR-T therapy, and precision medicine-all delivered by a compassionate team of specialists. Located on Dotson Road, this comprehensive center ensures patients stay close to their support networks while receiving world-class treatment. Just minutes away, visitors can enjoy retail therapy at Willowbrook Mall, explore nature at Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve, or unwind at the tranquil Mandolin Gardens Park. Whether you're seeking care or a moment of peace, Willowbrook blends medical excellence with the comforts of home and the energy of Houston. TxO - Willowbrook's management team values an approach of teamwork and collaboration to serve our patients and community.

Texas Oncology is the largest community oncology provider in the country and has approximately 600+ providers in 280+ sites across Texas and southeastern Oklahoma. Our founders pioneered community-based cancer care because they believed in making the best available cancer care accessible to all communities, allowing people to fight cancer at home with the critical support of family and friends nearby. Our mission is still the same today-at Texas Oncology, we use leading-edge technology and research to deliver high-quality, high-touch, evidence-based cancer care to help our patients achieve "More breakthroughs. More victories." in their fight against cancer. Today, Texas Oncology treats half of all Texans diagnosed with cancer on an annual basis.

Why work for us?

Come join our team that is responsible for helping lead Texas Oncology in treating more patient diagnosed with cancer than any other provider in Texas. We offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability coverage, a generous PTO program, a 401k plan that comes with a company match, a Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle, and lots of other great perks such as Tuition Reimbursement, an Employee Assistance program and discounts on some of your favorite retailers.

What does the Manager, Pharmacy Services position do?
Manages and oversees clinical pharmacy services, including the development and implementation of pharmaceutical care plans in designated specialty areas or product lines. Responsible for the supervision and management of clinical pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. Ensures compliance with clinical protocols and regulatory requirements. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

The essential duties and responsibilities:

• Manage the daily operations of clinical pharmacy services, including staffing, workflow, and productivity.
• Develop, implement, and monitor pharmaceutical care plans and clinical protocols to optimize patient outcomes.
• Supervise and provide leadership to clinical pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, including performance evaluations, professional development, and mentoring.
• Perform and oversee initial patient evaluations and work-ups as they pertain to disease status and anticipated prescribed therapy.
• Collect, analyze, interpret, and evaluate data relevant to patient therapy.
• Obtain histories and other patient data to optimize drug therapy and nutritional support management.
• Establish therapeutic objectives and monitor patients for desired therapeutic outcomes.
• Evaluate the significance of signs and symptoms relative to disease processes and recommend modifications in drug therapy.
• Detect and evaluate the clinical importance of adverse reactions and complications associated with drug therapy.
• Provide counseling and answer questions from patients, family, and healthcare professionals concerning drug therapy.
• Maintain active involvement with clinicians in the development and implementation of a standard drug order format and ordering process.
• Ensure thorough and appropriate documentation in patient clinical charts of physician orders and communication with other healthcare professionals.
• Coordinate with physician staff and service providers in planning and implementing patient care plans to ensure safe and timely delivery of drug therapy.
• Review and perform QA checks on all new and repeat medication orders.
• May prepare or supervise the preparation and dispensing of drug therapy according to Company policies and procedures.
• Present training and in-service programs as necessary.
• Develop and implement educational initiatives for patients, caregivers, and healthcare team members.
• Participate in policy development, advocacy, and institutional committees. Review and provide recommendations for treatment plans in the EMR.
• Develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement in pharmaceutical care and services.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and standards of practice.
• Manage the budget and financial performance of the clinical pharmacy services department.

The ideal candidate will have the following background and experience:

• Bachelor's or Pharm.D. degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Minimum seven (7) years' experience as a registered pharmacist
• Minimum three (3) years in oncology or completion of PGY2 Oncology Residency
• At least two (2) years of prior supervisory and management experience.
• Valid state licensure as a Registered Pharmacist.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be offered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands of this job typically require a full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination and the ability to read and note appropriate measurements. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be offered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and chemotherapeutic agents.

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