Pharmacist - HOU

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSThe IDS Pharmacist must be knowledgeable in standard pharmacy practices, including USP 797 and USP 800, in addition to research and oncology care practices. The IDS Pharmacist advocates for patient safety and protocol integrity, adheres to patient care standards, and communicates effectively to ensure effective conduct of clinical trials and quality patient care.Current Texas Pharmacy License (required)Current Texas Pharmacy Preceptor License (preferred)Current IV Certification (preferred)Current Chemotherapy Certification (preferred) ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESEssential and other important responsibilities and duties may include but are not limited to the following:Protocol ComplianceReviews potential future protocols for feasibility and attends protocol review meeting, if required.Attends site initiation visits, if required.Reviews all investigational protocols, amendments, and clarification letters. Updates concomitant medication screening note, medication diary / diaries and / or other study-specific forms and Vestigo (electronic drug accountability program) as required.Participates in providing timely, informative, and accurate communication with the interdisciplinary team to ensure protocol compliance and timeliness of protocol-related procedures.Performs concomitant medication screens on all patients who are undergoing screening for clinical trial enrollment. Answers concomitant medication questions for research staff and patients through out trial enrollment.Ensures evidence-based symptom management is provided to patients as permitted by the protocol. Medication Dispensing and Preparation for Conventional and Investigational Products (IP)Reviews all orders for accuracy of dose and dose calculations.Reviews patient-specific factors to determine eligibility for treatment, including, but not limited to laboratory values, required protocol assessments (ECHO / MUGA, disease assessments, ophthalmology exam, pulmonary function, etc.), consent / reconsent and toxicity resolution.Develops compounding tools for all IV investigational agents and trains technicians on mixing process for all IP and conventional agents, if required.Have an excellent working knowledge of good clinical practice (GCP), good manufacturing practice (GMP) and all procedures, legislation or national guidelines relating to aseptic preparation (USPThe 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 may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Requires full range of body motion including assisting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.Oversees and/or participate in daily compounding and dispensing activities associated with IDS Services.In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. SUPERVISIONThe IDS Pharmacist reports to the VP of Investigational Drug Services.The IDS Pharmacist reports to the Manager of Investigational Drug Services at their location, if applicable.