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The UHealth System at the University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for aFull Time Research Pharmacist. The Investigational Drug Services (IDS) Pharmacist will be responsible for the provision and oversight of pharmacotherapy for research patients. The IDS Pharmacist will work collaboratively with members of the research team. The focus for this position is the support of clinical trial research conducted by the University of Miami.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Monitors and supervises the operation of the intravenous admixture program, with a heavy emphasis on the preparation and monitoring of chemotherapeutic and investigational intravenous therapies.

• Ensures the accurate and efficient preparation and delivery of injectable chemotherapy and other medications for intravenous therapy.

• Dosage amounts and intravenous compatibilities are accurately determined. Patient profiles and new orders are reviewed to prevent drug interactions and contraindications.

• Trains and supervises technical staff members, residents and interns in established policies and procedures for hospital, clinics, and department.

• Ensures compliance with all applicable governmental and sponsor regulations, laws, and policies.

• Manages the preparation and review of investigational drug products.

• Responsible for clinical drug protocol review, electronic medical record treatment plan / protocol build review, design of oncologic regiments, etc.

• Educates all relevant research and pharmacy staff on investigational agents, drug protocols, IP administration and handling, and related clinical monitoring.

• Provides medication counseling and assesses medication regimen adherence for patients receiving investigational medications.

• Participates in the reporting of unanticipated problems, adverse events, and clinical protocol deviations.

• Assists in marketing research activities to aid in new product development.

• Ensures compliance with all applicable governmental and sponsor regulations, laws, and policies.

• Serves as a resource to the public, healthcare professionals, and investigators in the development of investigator-initiated studies, including preparation of pharmacy manuals.

• Assists with the development of IDS Pharmacy policies and procedures.

• Maintains professional competency sufficient to meet the clinical needs of the IDS department, human subjects research office, and the University.

• Collects and documents workload measurement statistics; provides other data, as required.

• Completes reports including incident reports, adverse drug reaction reports, corrective action plans, etc.

• Oversees the maintenance of accurate investigational drug records (this includes documentation of ordering and receipt of drug, drug inventory and maintenance).

• Performs clinical medication order review and verification of computerized physician order entry for investigational and standard of care medications.

• Oversees and instructs pharmacy learners (pharmacy students and residents) as it relates to clinical research pharmaceutical services.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities, as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Pharm.D. degree

• Florida Licensed Pharmacist

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

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