Pharmacist - Ambulatory Treatment Center - Life Science Plaza

Pharmacist - ATC - Life Science Plaza

The Pharmacy Division is dedicated to ensuring safe, effective, and cost-conscious medication use while collaborating with healthcare professionals to achieve optimal drug therapy outcomes. Through innovative programs in patient care, research, and education, the division leads in delivering premier, patient-centered care. Embracing change and discovery, it leverages new technologies, maximizes resources, and fosters a culture of caring to continuously enhance the quality of pharmaceutical services.

The Ideal candidate is a licensed pharmacist with a Pharm.D. or Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from an accredited college. They demonstrate strong clinical knowledge and a commitment to patient-centered care in an ambulatory oncology setting. While hospital pharmacy experience (6 months or more) is preferred , the candidate should excel in accuracy, communication, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.

Working Hours: The working hours are 10:00a - 6:30p. Mon - Fri

Why Join the Ambulatory Treatment Center Pharmacy Team?

Our ATC Pharmacy is the heartbeat of outpatient cancer care at MD Anderson. Unlike other pharmacy areas, ATC supports high-volume infusion treatments and complex chemotherapy regimens in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment. You'll collaborate closely with nurses and physicians to ensure timely, accurate medication delivery for same-day treatments. This role offers exposure to cutting-edge oncology protocols, advanced compounding practices, and direct impact on patient outcomes-all within a team that values precision, innovation, and compassionate care.

At MD Anderson, we offer careers built on care, growth, and balance. Our employees enjoy a benefits package designed to support every stage of life, starting on day one.

• Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week
• Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals
• Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
• Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
• Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program
• Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups

Job Competencies

• Process and review all orders/requests accurately and efficiently, verifying appropriateness.
• Ensure all medications meet the highest standards in quality, preparation of final dosage form, neatness, and labeling.
• Produce all types of admixtures and verify accuracy of procedures, labels, and doses before leaving the area.
• Confirm admixtures meet the highest standards in quality and preparation of the final dosage form.
• Assess appropriateness of ordered medication considering factors such as:
  • Disease state
  • Body surface area (BSA)
  • Age, height, weight
  • Renal function
• Utilize clinical information to support pharmaceutical care functions:
  • Order entry
  • Verification
  • Distribution
  • Checking
• Optimize patient care and customer service by fulfilling operational responsibilities, including staffing beyond shift as needed.
• Flex schedule across areas and shifts based on operational needs.
• Provide ACB coverage for Code Blue (requires ACLS certification).

Leadership

• Supervise technical staff and residents:
  • Complete job assignments
  • Monitor lunch breaks
  • Ensure adherence to institutional policies and procedures
• Manage workflow efficiently to maintain high productivity.
• Enforce SOPs and safety standards (USP 797/USP 800/NIOSH) for hazardous drug handling, preparation, and disposal.
• Report and document chemotherapy spills and product defects.
• Demonstrate professional communication within the team and with healthcare professionals.
• Maintain a positive attitude and promote team effort.
• Pursue learning and self-development:
  • Seek feedback
  • Apply learning to next steps
  • Set high performance standards
  • Drive for results and achievement

Technology

• Understand and effectively use institutional and pharmacy information systems.
• Anticipate and correct problems; perform follow-up (e.g., placing Cherwell tickets).
• Approach problems with curiosity and open-mindedness; offer new ideas and solutions.
• Demonstrate technical proficiency and up-to-date professional knowledge.
• Provide technical expertise to others.

Other duties as assigned

Education

• Required: Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy. or
• Required: Pharm.D. degree from an accredited college of pharmacy.

Work Experience

• Preferred: Six months experience in a hospital pharmacy.

Licenses and Certifications

• Required: RPH - Registered Pharmacist Texas State Board of Pharmacy. within 90 Days and
• Required: BLS - Basic Life Support American Heart Association (AHA). within 30 Days and
• Required: ACLS - Adv Cardiac Life Support American Heart Association (AHA). If working in one of the following departments: Pharmacy Inpatient (710348), Pharmacy OP ACB (710355), Pharmacy-West Houston (710657), Pharmacy-The Woodlands (710480), Pharmacy-NWH Sur&SP Care (711204). within 90 Days

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits , including medical, dental, paid time off , retirement , tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 179977
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Day/Evening
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 129,000
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 161,500
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 194,000
• FLSA: exempt and eligible for overtime, paid at a straight rate
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Onsite
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: No
• Relocation Assistance Available?: No

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