Remote Consultant Pharmacist Jobs in Bothell, WA

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

The Clinical Consultant, Pharmacokinetics Lab Director works closely with Directors and Manager to support the scientific and technical oversight of a clinical/bioanalytical laboratory, focused on precision medicine in the areas of Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM) and Pharmacogenetics (PGx).  This position will perform clinical case review and sign-out in a consistent manner and ensure samples are worked up appropriately by institutional and laboratory standards.

This position will be Per Diem, and once fully trained, shifts will be available on Thursday and Friday from 9:30am-2:30pm, and/or Saturday from 10am-3pm. Additional coverage opportunities may be available. 

• Review, approve, interpret, and report all laboratory results promptly, accurately and proficiently. This can include: 1) TDM pharmacokinetics data and dose recommendations; 2) PGx data and confirm appropriate dosing guidance. Provide consultation to clinicians and collaborate with Directors to ensure consistent practices.
• Be available as scheduled to provide onsite or remote consultation to laboratory staff, clinicians, and clients.
• Assist the Directors and Manager in the following:
  • Ensure case workups are done appropriately to institutional and laboratory standards.
  • Ensure lab adheres to all applicable laboratory regulations and guidelines (CAP, CLIA, HIPAA, TJC, CPIC, etc.)
  • Determine appropriate tests to be performed and that testing systems used meet quality standards, including preanalytic, analytic, and postanalytic phases.
  • Support development and maintenance of clinical and research activities within the laboratory.
  • Provide technical expertise for the Pharmacokinetics Lab as necessary.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required:

• MD, DO, PhD, DCLS, PharmD or equivalent in biological sciences, biochemistry, chemistry, pharmacology, or clinical laboratory science from an accredited institution
• At least 4 total years of training or related work experience or equivalent in at least one of the specific specialty areas: 1) clinical chemistry, therapeutic drug monitoring, and clinical pharmacology; 2) molecular genetics, pharmacogenetics/omics; post-doctoral fellowship counts toward this.
• Demonstrated expertise/experience/knowledge in/of at least one of the following specialty areas: 1) clinical chemistry, therapeutic drug monitoring, and clinical pharmacology; 2) molecular genetics, pharmacogenetics/omics
• Mature judgment
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Strong communication skills, both written and spoken
• Ability to prioritize and work in a rapidly changing environment
• Proven experience working effectively with clinicians, administrators and researchers in a fast-paced, mission-driven, multi-disciplinary environment and across organizational lines to achieve excellent outcomes
• Detail-oriented
• Strong math and computer skills, including ability to analyze and interpret data

Must have at least one of the following:

• Active or be eligible for HHS-approved board certification as a laboratory director of a laboratory performing high complexity testing under the CLIA ’88 regulations, Subpart M, Section 493.1443 OR
• Active licensure as physician, osteopathic physician, or pharmacist in the state of Washington where the laboratory is located

Preferred:

• Knowledge of CAP/CLIA regulations
• Work experience in a high complexity clinical lab
• Experience in oncology

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