Munson Healthcare·Traverse City, Michigan
The POEM Clinical Pharmacist optimizes oncology patient outcomes through comprehensive medication management and patient education on anticancer therapies. They collaborate with providers to verify chemotherapy dosing and ensure the safety and accuracy of treatment plans.
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A Day in the Life of an Oncology Clinical Pharmacist The POEM Clinical Pharmacist is an integral member of the Cowell Family Cancer Center and oncology service line, focused on optimizing patient outcomes through comprehensive medication management, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration. This role provides education for patients receiving intravenous and oral anticancer therapies, ensuring patients and caregivers understand treatment goals, administration requirements, potential adverse effects, and the importance of medication adherence. The pharmacist monitors patient response and adherence to therapy, identifies barriers to treatment, and provides recommendations to support safe and effective care. In collaboration with providers, the POEM Clinical Pharmacist evaluates treatment plans, verifies diagnoses and medication orders, and ensures the accuracy and appropriateness of chemotherapy dosing, supportive care, and monitoring parameters. Additional responsibilities include staff and provider education, maintenance of the chemotherapy regimen library, participation in quality improvement and research initiatives, oversight of hazardous drug safety practices, and supervision of support personnel.
Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, no weekends Are you Munson Material? Apply today! Munson Healthcare requires all employees be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella. MHC also requires all employees to receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.
Requires a degree from an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy and licensure to practice in Michigan. Health-system experience, PGY-1/PGY-2 residency, and Board Certification are preferred.
Market context
In Michigan, pharmacy roles are often competitive in hospital and health-system settings, where employers look for licensed pharmacists who can support medication safety and clinical workflows. This role stands out because a PharmD, prior hospital residency, and current BLS and/or ACLS certification are strongly preferred, alongside a Michigan Pharmacist and Controlled Substance license. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit, then confirm your licensure and certification status before applying.