Ambulatory Clinical Pharmacist - Neuro-Oncology

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement savings plans

Sign-on bonus

Education support

Generous paid time off

Collaborative culture

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville is seeking an experienced clinical pharmacist to deliver expert medication therapy management for patients with neurologic malignancies in ambulatory care settings.

You will collaborate with neuro-oncology physicians, infusion teams, and specialty pharmacy to optimize treatments, support advanced therapies, and drive safe transitions across care settings while educating learners and advancing professional development.

Qualifications

• Education: Pharm.D. or Bachelor of Pharmacy from ACPE-accredited college required.
• Experience: No experience required; PGY-1 residency or equivalent clinical experience preferred.
• Licensure: Virginia State Board of Pharmacy license or within 60 days of hire; AHA BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert medication therapy management for patients with complex neurologic malignancies in ambulatory setting.
• Collaborate closely with neuro-oncology physicians, infusion center teams, and specialty pharmacy to optimize treatment outcomes.
• Support advanced therapies including oral oncolytics, immunotherapies, and investigational agents.
• Drive continuity of care across inpatient, outpatient, and infusion services—ensuring safe transitions and improved patient experience.
• Enhance UVA prescription capture through proactive engagement with UVA specialty and retail pharmacy services.
• Educate and mentor pharmacy learners and contribute to continuous professional development across the care team.

Skills

BLS Certification

Virginia Licensure

Education

Pharm.D. or BS Pharmacy (ACPE-accredited)

Job description

Step into the Future of Neuro-Oncology Pharmacy Practice at UVA Health

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver expert medication therapy management for patients with complex neurologic malignancies in an ambulatory setting.

• Collaborate closely with neuro-oncology physicians, infusion center teams, and specialty pharmacy to optimize treatment outcomes.

• Support advanced therapies including oral oncolytics, immunotherapies, and investigational agents.

• Drive continuity of care across inpatient, outpatient, and infusion services—ensuring safe transitions and improved patient experience.

• Enhance UVA prescription capture through proactive engagement with UVA specialty and retail pharmacy services.

• Educate and mentor pharmacy learners and contribute to continuous professional development across the care team.

Why Join UVA Health?

Be part of a Magnet-recognized institution committed to excellence in patient care and pharmacy leadership. You would join an oncology pharmacy team that are experts in their field that participate in ongoing research and participation nationwide.

Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Retirement Savings Plans

• Pharmacist Progression Pathway and leadership development opportunities

• Sign-on bonuses and education support

• Generous paid time off

• A collaborative culture dedicated to innovation, healing, and transforming care

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor's in Pharmacy or Pharm.D. from an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy required.

Experience: No experience required. PGY-1 residency or equivalent clinical experience preferred.

Licensure: Virginia State Board of Pharmacy License or within 60 days of hire. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Job requires sitting for prolonged periods; Repetitive motion: typing. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull less than 20lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings

• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts

• Certification and education support

• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.