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WHY JOIN FCS

At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.

Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT FCS

Since 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for excellence.  With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network.  Utilizing innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care.  We are recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, FCS offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. Our patients have access to ground-breaking therapies, in a community setting, and may participate in national clinical research studies of drugs and treatment protocols. In the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation prior to approval.

Through our partnership with Sarah Cannon, we are one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States. Often, FCS leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering ground-breaking new therapies to patients.

Come join us today!

Job Description Summary: 

• The Oncology Clinical Research Pharmacist will serve as a member of the central services team where our focus is to deliver best in class pharmaceutical support to all clinical staff throughout the organization.
• As a member of the Pharmacy Operations team, the incumbent will ensure delivery of therapeutic medication monitoring, EMR regimen build and review, protocol management, medication information, and education that ensures safe and effective medication therapy for patients enrolled in a clinical trial/research regimen.
• Under the supervision of the Director of Pharmacy Operations, the Oncology Clinical Research Pharmacist (OCRP) works collaboratively with all Research Department staff (i.e., physicians, coordinators, regulatory affairs, pharmacy, nursing, lab, and ancillary personnel, and others) to provide quality patient care appropriate for the patient’s oncologic diagnosis, prescribed treatment, age group and other identified needs. 
• Duties and responsibilities include providing drug information, dosing, monitoring, and education to ensure accurate and efficient delivery of investigational medication(s); coordinating, collaborating, and providing expertise in support of clinical trials; performing administrative and communication responsibilities; supporting the development of new research regimen builds and inquiries; and performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of all facets of role, relevant regulations, and organizational and departmental policies and procedures. 
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned. Performs all duties in accordance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies and procedures.

Position Qualifications/Requirements

• Certifications/Licenses:
• Registered Pharmacist in the State of Florida.
• Board Certification in Oncology (BCOP) preferred.
• Valid state Driver’s License for travel to satellite offices and offsite meetings.
• Compliance with the company Driver Safety Operations and Motor Vehicle Records Check Policy is required.
• Previous Experience:
• 2 years of experience in a research-related field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a clinical pharmacist working in a hospital, home health, community oncology, or other infusion center.
• Core Capabilities:
• Analysis & Critical Thinking: Critical thinking skills including solid problem solving, analysis, decision-making, planning, time management and organizational skills.
• Must be detailed oriented with the ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to follow complex instructions, master basic math skills, work with interruptions and deadlines.
• Interpersonal Effectiveness: Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with coworkers, hospital staff, patients, sponsor representatives, public, physicians and staff, in a calm and friendly manner.
• Developed interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, delegation skills, and diversity awareness.
• Ability to work effectively with sensitive and confidential material and sometimes emotionally charged matters.
• Communication Skills: Good command of the English language.
• Second language is an asset but not required.
• Effective communication skills (oral, written, presentation), active listener, and effectively provides balanced feedback.
• Able to communicate well on the phone.
• Customer Service & Organizational Awareness: Strong customer focus.
• Ability to build an engaging culture of quality, performance effectiveness and operational excellence through best practices, strong business and political acumen, collaboration and partnerships, as well as a positive employee, physician, and community relations.
• Leadership and Mentoring: Effectively lead and facilitate group discussions, coach, mentor, motivate, and engage others to align to a common goal.
• Ability to effectively lead projects from inception through implementation and assessment.
• Self-Management: Effectively manages own time, conflicting priorities, self, stress, and professional development.
• Self-motivated and self-starter with ability work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to work remotely effectively as required.
• Able to work autonomously.  
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment with demonstrated ability to juggle competing priorities and demands from a variety of stakeholders and sites.
• Must be able to enter and retrieve data from computer, operate modern office machinery, including the phone system.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook preferred.
• Travel:   <25%
• As a reminder those who drive must provide copies of the declarations page of their personal insurance policy for each vehicle that they can use to the Human Resources Department for verification purposes annually.
• Standard Core Workdays/Hours (specify weekends and call requirements): Monday to Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM and as needed to meet business needs

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SCREENINGS – Background, drug, and nicotine screens

Safeguarding our patients and each other is an important part of how we deliver the best care possible to the communities we serve. All offers of employment at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background screening.  Additionally, as a condition of employment, FCS requires all new hires to receive various vaccinations, including the influenza vaccine, barring an approved exemption. In addition, FCS is a drug-free workplace, and all new hires will be subject to drug/ nicotine testing. Medical Marijuana cards are not recognized.

EEOC

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is committed to helping individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at FCS, please email FCS Recruitment (Recruiter@FLCancer.com) for further assistance. Please note this email address is intended to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.

FCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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