Clinical Pharmacist Specialist: Oncology Care

City of Hope; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hope in California seeks a Clinical Pharmacist Specialist to lead evidence‑based pharmaceutical care for oncology patients on a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nurses and pharmacists to optimize chemotherapy management and patient outcomes.

The CPS will monitor therapy, support formulary decisions and help ensure compliance with regulatory standards while educating care teams on best practices in oncology pharmacotherapy.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACPE‑accredited Pharmacy School.
• Completion of PGY‑1 Residency and PGY‑2 (or substitution with experience) as described.
• Current CA Pharmacist License.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in multidisciplinary team rounds.
• Evaluate physician med orders for appropriateness and safety.
• Develop and implement drug therapy plans with the care team.
• Monitor treatments and document outcomes; adjust as needed for optimal care.
• Approve new drug orders and verify chemotherapy notes as appropriate.
• Support reimbursement optimization and pre-authorization efforts to minimize denials.
• Educate staff on oncology therapies and management, including safety and dosing.

Skills

Clinical pharmacist practice

Team collaboration

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

CA Pharmacist License

Job description

City of Hope in California seeks a Clinical Pharmacist Specialist to lead evidence‑based pharmaceutical care for oncology patients on a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nurses and pharmacists to optimize chemotherapy management and patient outcomes.

The CPS will monitor therapy, support formulary decisions and help ensure compliance with regulatory standards while educating care teams on best practices in oncology pharmacotherapy.