Pharmacist, Specialty Pharmacy

About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

Staff pharmacists will provide patient-centered care and integrated pharmacy services in a decentralized and centralized practice setting. The staff pharmacist is responsible for reviewing and interpreting providers’ orders for all medications, screening for therapeutic incompatibilities, and ensuring cost-effective medication use that complies with the COH Enterprise Formulary.  In addition, pharmacists will assist with the monitoring of drug therapy, with an emphasis on chemotherapy, and is responsible for providing and educating on drug information to providers and other clinical staff. The pharmacist will be responsible for oversight of technician staff as it relates to sterile intravenous compounding, using centralized and decentralized medication-use systems, including chemotherapy and TPN, medication refilling, and unit dose drug preparations. Staff pharmacists will also be expected to participate in quality improvement projects with an emphasis on patient safety and will engage in multi-disciplinary initiatives as requested. Professional development is also required.

The successful candidate:

• Must be able to work between the hours of 8a-6p, Monday-Friday.

• Review and dispense evidence-based medication therapies in accordance with policies and clinical guidelines.

• Verify and assess medication orders for appropriateness based on labs, vitals, comorbidities, and patient history.

• Provide patient/caregiver education on discharge medications and new oral chemotherapy starts.

• Document pharmacist interventions and participate in quality assurance programs focused on patient safety.

• Supervise pharmacy technicians and ensure compliance with USP 797/800 sterile compounding standards.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary and oncology teams, including participation in clinical rounds and treatment planning.

• Serve as a resource for providers and staff, addressing drug information questions and EHR workflow issues.

• Contribute to education and training of pharmacy staff, students, and clinical learners.

Qualifications

Your qualifications should include:

• Graduate of an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy; active state pharmacist license required

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or advanced degree preferred

• Minimum 2 years of institutional pharmacy experience or strong interest in hospital/oncology practice

• Proficiency with pharmacy systems and technology (e.g., BD Pyxis MedStation)

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

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City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria:  work experience, qualifications, and work location.