Pharmacist - Infusion Center

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA seeks an Infusion Center Pharmacist with specialized training in ambulatory infusions, prior authorization, and 340B practices. You will provide first-dose and ongoing education to patients on complex therapies and treatment plans, ensuring safe and effective pharmacotherapy within a busy clinical setting.

Requirements include a Pharm.D. or equivalent, CA licensure, and completion of a PGY1 and/or PGY2 residency.

Qualifications

• Pharm.D. or equivalent degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Completion of a PGY1 and/or PGY2 residency or equivalent practice experience.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology related to drug usage.
• Comprehensive knowledge of disease states and pathologies.
• Ability to interpret patient medical management plans.
• Ability to apply pharmacological and biopharmaceutical principles to drug selection and use.
• Ability to extract pertinent information from patients and relate it to care plans.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for pharmacist responsibilities.
• Ability to teach and serve as preceptor for training programs.
• Ability to prepare drugs for immediate administration.
• Ability to provide recommendations and monitor drug use.
• Knowledge of pharmacy laws, regulations, and standards.
• Ability to adapt to change and prioritize workflow.
• Ability to evaluate medication regimens for therapeutic needs.
• Ability to learn and use automated information systems in daily practice.
• Competency in pharmaceutical calculations, compounding, and pharmacokinetics.
• Patient-centered communication skills.
• Computer skills necessary to perform job functions.
• Exceptions must be approved by Chief Pharmacy Officer or designee.

Responsibilities

• Provide first dose and ongoing education to patients on complex therapies.
• Ensure accuracy of infusion therapies and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize pharmacotherapy.
• Monitor and adjust regimens as needed based on patient response.

Skills

Medical terminology

Pharmacology knowledge

Patient education

Communication skills

Teaching / precepting

Drug information

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Workflow prioritization

Automated information systems

Education

Pharm.D. or equivalent

PGY1 residency

PGY2 residency

Job description

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is renowned for its excellence, tied #1 in California and appearing on the \"Best Hospitals\" Honor Roll for eleven years. The institution prides itself on its comprehensive healthcare services, with the Department of Pharmacy playing a vital role. Our pharmacy department has over 500 staff members who are dedicated on providing both inpatient and outpatient pharmacy services, ensuring that patients receive high-quality care tailored to their needs.

The Infusion Center Pharmacist at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California requires specialized knowledge and training of specialty ambulatory infusions, prior authorization and 340B practices and sterile parenteral compounding. The pharmacist provides first dose and ongoing education to patients on their complex therapies and treatment plans.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

• Pharm.D. or equivalent degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Completion of a PGY1 and/or PGY2 residency or equivalent practice experience.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements:

• Current pharmacist licensure in the State of California.
• BLS certification as outlined in the Pharmacist Responsibilities in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (C.P.R.) and Code Blue Procedure: Pharmacy Policy and Procedure

What else are we looking for?

• Completion of a PGY1 and/or PGY2 residency or equivalent practice experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology as related to drug usage.
• Comprehensive knowledge of common disease states and pathologies.
• Ability to comprehend patient medical management plans.
• Ability to assess and apply current pharmacological and biopharmaceutical principles for the selection and use of drug products in a clinical setting.
• Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient or other sources and relate it to the patient care plan.
• Possess the verbal and written communication skills required to fulfill the pharmacist’s responsibilities.
• Ability to teach and serve as preceptor for training programs.
• Ability to prepare drugs needed for immediate administration.
• Ability to provide recommendations and monitor the use of drugs.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations and standards relative to pharmacy practice.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Ability to prioritize workflow.
• Ability to evaluate medication regimens to meet the therapeutic needs of patients.
• Ability to learn and adapt to the use of automated information systems in daily practice.
• Demonstrated competency in techniques of pharmaceutical calculations, compounding and pharmacokinetics.
• Possess patient-centered communication skills.
• Possess computer skills necessary to perform job functions.
• Exceptions to be approved by the Chief Pharmacy Officer or designee.

Why work here?

Beyond outstanding employee benefits (including health, vision, dental and life and insurance) we take pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished and compassionate staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation.

Job Info

• Job Identification 19668
• Legal Employer Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
• Department CSMC 7714092 THO Pharmacy
• Job Category Pharmacy
• Job Function Pharmacy
• Locations 8700 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90048, US