Oncology Clinical Pharmacist Specialist

Shields Health Solutions; Santa Ana (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$20,000 Sign-on Bonus

Salary + Bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with match

Job summary

Shields Health Solutions is seeking an Ambulatory Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist to deliver high-quality medication management for a leading Academic Medical Center. The role blends remote and onsite clinic activities, collaborating with care teams under a CPA to optimize treatment plans and resolve medication-related issues.

The ideal candidate holds a PharmD, California license, and oncology residency or substantial ambulatory oncology experience, with strong communication and teamwork

Qualifications

• PharmD and California license required.
• Oncology specialty training or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in CPA-directed patient care settings preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and technical skills.
• Empathy, integrity, and a team-first mindset required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medication management and reconciliations.
• Coordinate with care teams under a CPA for individualized care plans.
• Monitor therapy effectiveness and safety; optimize therapy.
• Support operations with prior authorizations, workflows, and ongoing clinical development.

Skills

Pharmacist communication

Collaboration

Clinical decision making

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

California Pharmacist License

PGY2 Oncology Residency

PGY1 Ambulatory Care Residency + 3+ years oncology

3+ years oncology clinical pharmacist experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Join our Shields team today! Shields Health Solutions is redefining patient care through health-system integrated specialty pharmacy. We’re hiring an Ambulatory Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Specialist who will play a hands‑on role in elevating patient care at a nationally recognized Academic Medical Center. In this dynamic, patient‑centered position, you’ll build meaningful relationships with patients and providers while delivering high‑quality medication management. You’ll work remotely and on‑site in clinic, collaborating directly with care teams and practicing under a Collaborative Practice Agreement (CPA) to conduct in‑person and virtual patient assessments, order and monitor evidence‑based treatment plans, optimize therapy, and resolve medication‑related problems.

Location: Providence St. Joseph Hospital Orange, Orange, CA. This position is employed by Shields Health Solutions and works onsite at a partner health system.
Work Arrangement: Hybrid work model combining remote work flexibility with regular onsite collaboration (approximately 50% onsite)

Salary: An employee in this position who performs the job duties in California can expect a salary rate between $150,000 and $190,000 (Hourly Equivalent: Approximately $72.12 - $91.35 per hour, based on a 40‑hour workweek.)plus bonus pursuant to the terms of an any bonus plan if applicable. The actual salary will depend on experience, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law.

What You’ll Get:

• $20,000 Sign‑on Bonus
• Salary + Bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurancestarting day one
• 401(k) with match, 4 weeks PTO, 10 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave, short‑term disability, and professional development
• Access to employee resource groups and wellness programs

What You’ll Do:

• Provide comprehensive medication management, including reconciliation, dose optimization, adherence support, and drug‑level assessments aligned with evidence‑based standards.
• Partner with physicians, specialists, and interdisciplinary teams to order individualized care plans under a CPA and promote seamless medication coordination.
• Monitor therapy effectiveness and safety, identify optimization and intervene as appropriate.
• Provide recommendations to operations by supporting teammates as needed with complex prior authorizations, improving workflows, educating patients, and maintaining ongoing clinical development.

What You Need:

• Hold a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
• Must be licensed pharmacist in California
• Candidate must meet one of the following qualifications:
• Completion of a PGY2 Oncology Residency
• Completion of PGY1 Ambulatory Care Residency and at least 3 years of experience as a clinical oncology pharmacist
• Have at least 3 years of experience as a clinical pharmacist in oncology, including 1 year practicing under a Collaborative Practice Agreement (CPA)
• Strong communication, organization, and tech skills
• Empathy, integrity, and a team‑first mindset

Solid computer skills are required, including proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) for communication, documentation, and data management, as well as navigating the internet and web‑based platforms. Data entry and computer skills will be evaluated through an assessment as part of the pre‑employment process.

Shields Health Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Shields Health Solutions is committed to providing an inclusive hiring experience; if you need assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process, please email [e-mail].