Oncology Pharmacist

Confluence Health; Wenatchee (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Confluence Health in Wenatchee, WA seeks a full-time Oncology Pharmacist to safely prepare, verify, and dispense chemotherapy and related medications within established clinical protocols.

You will collaborate with oncologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize therapy, review orders, counsel patients on use and side effects, and contribute to multidisciplinary care plans and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical oncology pharmacy skills covering chemotherapy and supportive care regimens, interpretation of treatment protocols, and therapeutic drug monitoring.
• Proficiency in sterile compounding, medication verification, safety checks, and adherence to USP and regulatory standards.
• Effective collaboration and communication within multidisciplinary teams, patient and staff education, and clear documentation of care.
• Experience with electronic health records and oncology-specific medication ordering systems; ability to navigate, verify, and document electronically.

Responsibilities

• Review treatment orders and perform clinical assessments.
• Counsel patients and caregivers on medication use and potential side effects.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary care plans and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure safety and handling standards compliance.
• Educate clinical staff on oncology pharmacotherapy and best practices.

Skills

Oncology pharmacy

Chemotherapy knowledge

Therapeutic drug monitoring

Sterile compounding

Medication safety

Patient communication

EHR experience

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

PGY1 residency

Washington State pharmacist license

BCOP desirable

Job description

Company Description

Confluence Health is an integrated rural healthcare system serving North Central Washington with two hospitals, multi-specialty care across more than 30 service lines, and primary care in 12 communities. Over 300 physicians and 175 advanced practice clinicians provide comprehensive care across approximately 12,000 square miles, ensuring access for patients throughout the region. The organization is guided by a mission of delivering local care by and for the community and a vision centered on compassionate, sustainable, and accessible healthcare. Confluence Health is committed to excellent care and service, continuous innovation, and measurable improvement. Its core values emphasize patient-centered care, dignity, respect, compassion, ethical behavior, and active support of the communities it serves.

Role Description

The Oncology Pharmacist is a full-time role based in Wenatchee, WA, this role is responsible for safely preparing, verifying, and dispensing chemotherapy and other oncology-related medications in accordance with clinical protocols, regulatory standards, and institutional policies. The Oncology Pharmacist collaborates closely with oncologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize medication therapy, provide dosage and regimen recommendations, and monitor for drug interactions and adverse effects. Day-to-day responsibilities include reviewing treatment orders, performing clinical assessments, counseling patients and caregivers on medication use and side effects, and contributing to multidisciplinary care plans. The role also involves participating in quality improvement initiatives, maintaining accurate documentation, supporting compliance with safety and handling standards, and helping educate clinical staff on oncology pharmacotherapy.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical oncology pharmacy skills, including chemotherapy and supportive care regimen knowledge, treatment protocol interpretation, and therapeutic drug monitoring.
• Proficiency in pharmacy operations such as sterile compounding, medication verification, safety checks, and adherence to USP and other applicable regulatory standards.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills for working within multidisciplinary teams, educating patients and staff, and documenting care clearly and accurately.
• Experience with electronic health records and oncology-specific medication ordering systems, including ability to navigate, verify, and document electronically.
• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited institution; completion of a PGY1 residency required and PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy residency preferred.
• Current, unrestricted pharmacist license or eligibility for licensure in Washington State; Board Certification in Oncology Pharmacy (BCOP) highly desirable.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, continuous improvement, and evidence-based practice; prior experience in a hospital or cancer center environment preferred.
• Ability to work on-site in Wenatchee, WA in a hybrid model, manage competing priorities, and maintain high attention to detail in a fast-paced clinical setting.