Pharmacist - KOP & MCC Infusion - Per Diem - 142019

UC San Diego/UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health's Infusion Pharmacy is seeking a pharmacist to provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care to patients receiving chemotherapy infusions in ambulatory oncology settings at Moores Cancer Center and Koman Outpatient Pavilion.

The role includes medication review, chemotherapy admixture, patient counseling, and serving as a preceptor for residents and students, with participation in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Doctorate of Pharmacy degree or equivalent clinical experience.
• Registered Pharmacist - California (RPH) license.
• One of: PGY2 Oncology; PGY1 plus 1 year pharmacist experience; or 4 years pharmacist experience.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify chemotherapy regimens for accuracy.
• Oversee preparation and dispensing of chemotherapy medications.
• Provide comprehensive patient counseling in infusion centers.

Skills

Chemotherapy knowledge

Patient counseling

Preceptorship

Quality improvement

Education

Doctorate of Pharmacy degree or equivalent clinical experience

California RPH license

Job description

• Payroll Title: PHARMACIST 2 PD
• Department: INFUSION PHARMACY
• Hiring Pay Scale: $105.76 / Hour
• Worksite: Koman Family Outpatient Pavilion
• Appointment Type: Per Diem
• Appointment Percent: 20%
• Union: HX Contract
• Total Openings: 1
• Work Schedule: Variable, 10-Hour Shifts, Monday-Sunday

#142019 Pharmacist - KOP & MCC Infusion - Per Diem

Filing Deadline: Thu 11/12/2026

DESCRIPTION

UC San Diego Health's Infusion pharmacy seeks a highly motivated and compassionate pharmacist to join our team. This position will focus on providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care to patients receiving chemotherapy infusions within the ambulatory oncology settings of Moores Cancer Center and Koman Outpatient Pavilion.

Responsibilities:

• Medication Review and Verification: Review and verify chemotherapy regimens for accuracy and appropriateness, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
• Chemotherapy Admixture and Dispensing: Oversee and participate in the preparation and dispensing of chemotherapy medications, adhering to strict safety protocols and quality standards.
• Patient Counseling: Provide comprehensive patient counseling on medications to infusion center patients.
• Preceptorship: Serve as a preceptor to pharmacy residents and students, providing guidance and mentorship on clinical practice and patient care.
• Quality Improvement: Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the safety and effectiveness of oncology care.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctorate of Pharmacy degree or equivalent clinical experience.
• Registered Pharmacist - issued by the state of California (RPH)
• Incumbents can meet the minimum experience qualifications for this position in 1 of 3 ways:1) possesses a PGY2 or 2) possesses a PGY1 plus 1 year of pharmacist experience, or 3) possesses 4 years of pharmacist experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• PGY2 Oncology Residency.
• Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP).
• Demonstrated experience in the area of hematology/oncology.
• Prior experience in Inpatient Pharmacy or Ambulatory Infusion Center setting.
• Prior experience in Oncology Pharmacy setting.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours, shifts and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $220,827 - $220,827 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $105.76 - $105.76

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