Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (Oncology)

<p>NOTE: THE 2-PAGE RESUME REQUIREMENT DOES NOT APPLY TO THIS OCCUPATIONAL SERIES. FOR MORE INFORMATION, REFER TO REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BELOW. The oncology clinical pharmacy specialist (CPS) functions at the highest level of clinical practice and works independently based on a practice scope as authorized. Is a clinical oncology expert and will work closely with the Oncology Pharmacy Supervisor to maintain the program and to educate pharmacy employees.</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>The oncology clinical pharmacy specialist (CPS) functions at the highest level of clinical practice and works independently based on a practice scope as authorized by the Medical Center medical staff leadership. A CPS serves as a mid-level provider who functions to initiate, modify or discontinue medication therapy, and serves as a consultant for intensive medication therapy management. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: designing, implementing, assessing, monitoring and documenting therapeutic plans utilizing the most effective, least toxic and most economical medication treatments; helping achieve positive patient-centric outcomes through direct and indirect interactions with patients, providers, and interdisciplinary teams; and ordering, assessing and responding to laboratory and other tests to help determine efficacy and toxicity of medication therapy. Will have knowledge of best oncology pharmacy practices endorsed by American Society of Hospital Pharmacists (ASHP), American Society of Clinical Oncology-Oncology Nursing Society (ASCO-ONS), VA performance measures, and Pharmacy Benefits Management (PBM) initiatives and integrate these standards into practice. Functions Provides direct patient care, independently designing, implementing, and monitoring therapeutic drug plans. Initiates orders for medications, medication changes, and laboratory tests within authorized scope of practice. Develops and maintains patient-specific pharmaceutical care plans for Oral Hematology/Oncology patients. Reviews all inpatient and outpatient medication orders, including oncology drugs, for appropriateness. Identifies, addresses, and resolves drug-related problems through coordinated processes. Documents recommendations and all interactions in the electronic health record as progress notes. Completes medication reconciliation and provides patients with updated medication lists. Participates in Adverse Drug Event Reporting and documents medication errors to enhance patient safety. Reviews and acts on Prior Authorization Drug Requests (PADRs), documenting approval or disapproval. Counsels patients and families on medication use, disease state management, and necessary lifestyle modifications. Provides specialized education and training to healthcare professionals on oncology care and chemotherapy. Delivers authoritative drug information and resolves drug therapy questions for healthcare providers. Regularly reviews current literature to stay informed of new drug treatments and pharmaceutical practices. Maintains self-directed education to support continual professional development as a clinical pharmacy specialist. Trains and mentors pharmacy residents and students as assigned. Assists in designing, conducting, and presenting medication use evaluations and research projects. Collaborates on investigational drug studies, including the compassionate use process and oncology drug administration. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized</p><h3>Requirements</h3>You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.<h3>Education</h3>Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.