Pharmacist Oncology Services

CommonSpirit Health; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a pharmacist to provide clinical and operational oversight of outpatient oncology pharmacy services, including dispensing medications and IV admixture in a fast-paced hematology/oncology clinic setting.

The role emphasizes patient counseling, drug therapy monitoring, and collaboration with physicians and the health care team to ensure high-quality, cost-effective care.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist degree from an accredited school, either B.S. in Pharmacy or PharmD.
• 2 years oncology/infusion pharmacy experience or 5 years general pharmacy experience in lieu of Board Certification.
• Board Certified Oncology upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and operational oversight of outpatient oncology pharmacy services.
• Oversee dispensing, IV admixture, order entry in EMR, and drug therapy monitoring.
• Educate clinicians, patients and staff; ensure safe, effective and cost-efficient therapy.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Oncology infusion

Patient education

Education

Bachelor of Science or PharmD

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Work involves providing clinical and operational service oversight of all aspects of clinic pharmacy operations in a hematology/oncology clinic setting including dispensing medications and intravenous solutions to patients for all types of chemotherapy or other infusion type medications including ancillary treatments; providing patient counseling and drug therapy monitoring to ensure patients receive safe, efficacious and cost-effective medication therapy.

Provides a quality level of comprehensive clinical pharmaceutical services demonstrating sound judgment based upon knowledge and application of professional, departmental, and organizational principles and standards. Demonstrates an ability to coordinate subordinate activities by providing direction and guidance concerning the operational activities of the department. Work is performed in accordance with protocols, internal guidelines/standards, and Board of Pharmacy regulatory requirements.

• Provides pharmacy services and care to all patients serviced by an outpatient oncology pharmacy area.
• Develops clinical pharmacy standards related to oncology pharmacy according to the organizational policies/procedures for ensuring the quality of medication therapy.

Monitors therapy and consults with other professional providers, provides education services to all clients and healthcare team, provides accurate and comprehensive patient specific drug information to patients/families, and works to continually improve clinical care and systems

Performs all distributive functions of the department; physician order interpretation, order entry into EMR, therapy monitoring, IV admixture functions, checking of technician activity, monitoring delivery systems, computer operation and stock control.

Assists pharmacy leadership in support of department clinical functions including, but not limited: ADR, DUE, P&T, on-going clinical staff education, and statistical analysis of Clinical Effectiveness against Cost-to-Benefit Ratio.

• Counsels, and educates hospital/clinic and customers on medication information in accordance with department policies and procedures and all applicable Federal and State Laws for ambulatory clinical services to ensure delivery of safe, efficient and cost-effective medication therapy.

Communicates accurately and confidently to patients, physicians, and other medical staff.

Monitors patients under approved prescriptive authority protocols.

Works collaboratively with all pharmacy and ancillary staff to meet financial and customer service goals such as medication cost and inventory control, efficient workflow, insurance billing, and controlled substance controls.

Facilitates accurate, safe, efficient and timely dispensing of medications in accordance with State Board of Pharmacy regulations by overseeing and directing the workflow of Pharmacy Assistants and Pharmacy Technicians in the absence of an Ambulatory Pharmacist – Lead or Supervisor.

Enters and/or verifies medication orders received from providers into the EMR.

Completes and applies appropriate package labeling to medications dispensed from the pharmacy.

Handles customer service issues in the absence of Supervisor/Manager.

• Cultural Sensitivity and Competence: Demonstrates proper use of communication tools/materials for effective communication and understands how the culture(s) of patient populations can affect communication, collaboration and the provision of care, treatment and services. Patient Population Served: Demonstrates knowledge and proper skills associated with the department’s defined specific populations served.

Demonstrates ability to document clinical activities and interventions such as consults, patient teachings and other patient specific information as defined by policy and procedure.

Interprets medication orders and/or prescriptions for drug interactions, appropriate drug selection and appropriateness. Accurately enters / verifies the order or prescription into the computer system, labels, and dispenses medications in a timely manner.

Verifies and checks medications prepared by other pharmacy personnel.

• Communicates drug information to patients and health professionals. Resolves drug related problems by consulting with other health care professionals to achieve appropriate patient outcomes. Unclear orders written by a licensed provider are clarified with the licensed provider. Assists the licensed provider in appropriate drug selection and therapeutic regimens.

Achieves and maintains an adequate basic knowledge base to provide clinical services for all age groups served. Provides basic clinical services as required by policy and procedure.

Maintains a working knowledge of automated systems

Responsible for technician activities, performance, provides direction and guidance as needed.

Participates in the orientation, instruction and training of pharmacy students and interns, pharmacy technicians, residents, pharmacists and other health professionals.

• Performs duties in documented accordance with requirements of all regulatory and governing bodies.

Completing mandatory education from a system and department level as appropriate.

Provides patient counseling and drug information and documentation as appropriate.

• Job Requirements
• Bachelors Of Science Bachelor of Science or PharmD from an accredited school of pharmacy and, upon hire and
• 2 years of oncology or infusion pharmacy experience or
• 5 years of experience in Pharmacy in lieu of Board Certification

• Board Certified Oncology, upon hire

Preferred

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Pay Range

$71.15 - $117.40 /hour