Clinical Pharmacist - General Specialty Pharmacy

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 134,208 - 162,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary range of $134,208 – $162,796

Additional $6,007 annual geographic differential

Growth & Learning opportunities

Job summary

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in Buffalo, NY, is seeking a temporary Pharmacist to ensure safe and effective medication therapy. You will collaborate with physicians and nurses to enhance patient care and support individuals during critical treatments.

Successful candidates should have a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, a passion for patient care, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary and a collaborative environment dedicated to cancer care.

Qualifications

• License to practice as a Registered Pharmacist in New York.
• Experience with oncology or IV medications preferred.
• Ability to educate and support individuals and families.

Responsibilities

• Review, evaluate, and dispense medications safely.
• Partner with healthcare providers to optimize treatment plans.
• Monitor and recommend safe medication alternatives.
• Educate patients on medication usage.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy degree

Master’s degree with clinical pharmacy experience

Bachelor’s degree with clinical pharmacy experience

Job description

Overview

Summary: As a temporary, non-benefitted Pharmacist at Roswell Park, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our patients receive safe, effective, and personalized medication therapy. This position is an opportunity to combine your clinical expertise with meaningful patient interaction, helping individuals navigate complex treatments—often at some of the most important moments in their lives. You’ll collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and pharmacy technicians to deliver high-quality care, while also contributing to a supportive and patient-centered environment.

Responsibilities

• Review, evaluate, and safely dispense medications, including:
• Unit dose medications
• IV preparations and additives
• Total parenteral nutrition (TPN)
• Chemotherapy and investigational therapies
• Partner with physicians and nurses to guide medication selection and optimize treatment plans
• Monitor patient medication therapy and recommend safe, cost-effective alternatives when appropriate
• Educate and counsel patients on how to use their medications with confidence and clarity
• Supervise and support pharmacy technicians to ensure accurate and efficient operations
• Contribute to a culture of safety, compassion, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• We’re looking for someone who combines clinical knowledge with a passion for patient care. Successful candidates will have:
• A strong foundation in pharmacy practice and medication management
• Confidence working with complex therapies, including oncology or IV medications
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• A patient-first approach with the ability to educate and support individuals and families
• Attention to detail and a commitment to safety and accuracy
• Leadership skills to guide and support pharmacy technicians

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, our mission is to understand, prevent, and cure cancer. Every role here contributes to that purpose—and that makes your work truly meaningful.

• Purpose-Driven Work – Be part of a team dedicated to advancing cancer care and improving lives
• Collaborative Culture – Work alongside experts in a multidisciplinary environment where your voice matters
• Growth & Learning – Expand your skills in a leading academic and research-driven setting
• Comprehensive Benefits – This temporary benefitted role offers:
• Base salary range of $134,208 – $162,796
• Additional $6,007 annual geographic differential
• A Place to Belong – We are committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where every team member can thrive

If you're looking for a role where your expertise directly impacts patient outcomes—and where you can grow alongside a dedicated and compassionate team—we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Required Education and Experience
• License Requirement – License to practice as a Registered Pharmacist in the State of New York
• Education and Experience
• 1. Doctor of Pharmacy degree; or
• 2. Master’s degree and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time clinical pharmacy or pharmacy-related experience; or
• 3. Bachelor’s degree and the equivalent of three (3) full-time clinical pharmacy or pharmacy-related experience

• NOTES:
• 1. Incumbents must be credentialed as a member of the organization Medical Staff (Allied Health Professional) within four months of date of hire as a condition of continued employment.
• 2. Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.