Patient Management Pharmacist - Part Time - Germantown, TN
Job Title: Patient Management Pharmacist
About Us
At West Cancer Center, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care while advancing groundbreaking research. Our team fosters collaboration, innovation, and professional growth, ensuring that every role contributes to making a difference in patients’ lives. Join us in our mission to provide comprehensive support to those navigating the challenges of cancer treatment.
Position Overview
The Patient Management Pharmacist plays a critical role in ensuring accurate, timely, and effective drug therapy for patients while providing expert guidance on medication use and management. This position supports day-to-day pharmacy operations, performs clinical reviews, manages drug inventory, and collaborates closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical care. The Patient Management Pharmacist also provides education, drug utilization review, and supports initiatives aimed at improving medication adherence and patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage daily pharmacy operations to ensure consistent delivery of patient-centered pharmaceutical services.
- Collaborate with infusion nurses, physician teams, and clinical staff to verify doses, assess drug interactions, and ensure medication accuracy.
- Maintain and monitor drug inventory, ordering supplies as needed to meet departmental goals.
- Maintain required logs and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
- Process claims, provide customer service, and serve as a liaison between patients and the care team.
- Support and cross-train across infusion pharmacy services as needed.
- Provide drug information and counseling for patients, caregivers, and providers regarding therapy, dosing, interactions, and new treatment options.
- Conduct medication therapy management and adherence programs with a focus on quality improvement.
- Perform discharge medication reviews, reconciliations, and patient counseling as appropriate.
- Evaluate physician treatment plans, ensuring therapeutic appropriateness of drugs, doses, and laboratory parameters.
- Provide oral medication education for all new West Cancer Center patients.
- Guide and mentor pharmacy technicians, students, and trainees in assigned work areas.
- Participate in staff meetings, departmental committees, and workgroups to improve clinical processes and promote best practices.
- Uphold patient confidentiality, professional conduct, and adherence to all clinic safety and compliance policies.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy.
- Completion of Oncology Pharmacy curriculum within 30 days of hire (if not BCOP certified).
- 1–2 years of related experience or 5–7 years of related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Preferred:
- Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree.
Credential/Licensure
- Required:
- Licensed or eligible for licensure as a pharmacist in the state of Tennessee.
- Preferred:
- Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP) credential.
Skills & Abilities
- Strong knowledge of oncology drug therapy, pharmacology, and medication management.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in computer applications, including word processing, email, and EMR systems.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to professionalism, teamwork, and continuous learning.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and meet physical demands typical of a clinical environment.
Why West Cancer Center is a Great Place to Work
- Meaningful Impact: Play a direct role in supporting patients through one of the most challenging times of their lives.
- Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a multidisciplinary team of dedicated professionals committed to improving cancer care.
- Professional Development: Benefit from ongoing training, educational resources, and growth opportunities.
- Mission-Driven Environment: Be part of an organization guided by compassion, integrity, and innovation.
No nights, weekends, or holidays. Comprehensive benefits package.
Join Us
Take the next step in your career and become part of a team that is making a real difference. If you’re passionate about patient care, oncology pharmacy, and advancing treatment outcomes, apply now to join West Cancer Center as a Patient Management Pharmacist.
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