Pharmacy Manager - Hematology/Oncology

Hire Ventures, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time OffAdditional Benefits

Job summary

Hire Ventures, Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking a Pharmacy Manager - Hematology/Oncology to provide strategic and operational leadership for oncology pharmacy services. You will oversee operations, staff, regulatory compliance, and resource utilization to improve patient outcomes and safety.

You will collaborate with physicians and hospital leaders, lead safety and quality initiatives, and drive continuous improvement while managing high-cost therapies and departmental budgets.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a Pharmacy degree (PharmD or B.Pharm) from an accredited program.
• Residency (PGY-1/PGY-2) or 2+ years of pharmacy experience, or 4+ years total experience.
• Massachusetts pharmacist licensure by hire date.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily Hematology/Oncology pharmacy operations with compliance to regulations and policies.
• Develop and maintain policies, SOPs, and high-quality service delivery.
• Oversee procurement, preparation, storage, dispensing, and distribution of medications.
• Manage high-cost therapies and oncology treatments, ensuring safety and cost-effectiveness.
• Lead projects from planning through implementation and reporting to senior leadership.
• Provide on-call support for urgent operational or clinical needs.
• Support inspections, audits, and corrective action initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and implement effective solutions.

Skills

Pharmacy operations

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Medication safety

Budgeting

Staff development

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Project management

Education

Pharmacy degree (PharmD or B.Pharm)

Tools

QS1

Centricity

Meditech

Cerner

Epic

SCM

Job description

About HV Talent Group

At HV Talent Group, we help talented professionals connect with top employers nationwide. As a trusted recruiting partner to industry-leading organizations, we focus on direct-hire opportunities that align with candidates' career goals, values, and long-term growth. We are currently recruiting for a Pharmacy Manager - Hematology/Oncology opportunity in the Boston, MA area. This is a full-time, onsite leadership position offering a competitive salary of $160,000-$180,000.

Position Summary

The Pharmacy Manager - Hematology/Oncology provides strategic and operational leadership for oncology pharmacy services while ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered care. This role oversees pharmacy operations and staff, ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards, manages medication utilization and resources, and partners with interdisciplinary clinical and hospital leaders to improve patient outcomes, safety, and satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Lead daily Hematology/Oncology pharmacy operations while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies.
• Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and SOPs that promote safe, efficient, and high-quality pharmacy services.
• Oversee medication procurement, preparation, storage, dispensing, and distribution to ensure accuracy, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage utilization of high-cost medications, including specialty Hematology/Oncology therapies.
• Lead and support pharmacy projects from planning and implementation through stakeholder engagement, evaluation, and presentation of results to senior leadership.
• Provide on-call support as required for urgent operational or clinical needs.
• Support regulatory inspections, accreditation surveys, audits, and corrective action initiatives.
• Proactively identify operational challenges and opportunities for improvement and implement effective solutions.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, supervise, and support pharmacists, pharmacy liaisons, technicians, and other pharmacy personnel.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, orientation, scheduling, performance evaluations, professional development, and corrective actions.
• Foster a positive, accountable, and engaged work environment built on teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement.
• Provide coaching, feedback, recognition, and career development to direct reports.
• Conduct regular team meetings and establish clear performance expectations.
• Serve as a key liaison between the Hematology/Oncology pharmacy team and interdisciplinary hospital leadership.
• Promote professional development and remain current with advancements in pharmacy practice and healthcare.

Budget & Financial Management

• Participate in departmental budget development, financial planning, and resource allocation.
• Monitor medication expenditures and identify opportunities for cost savings and improved resource utilization.
• Support financial forecasting, analysis, and evaluation of the value and cost-effectiveness of pharmacy services.
• Monitor staffing productivity and operational performance metrics.
• Develop and adjust staffing schedules based on workload, productivity, patient-care needs, and departmental priorities.
• Support effective workforce planning and utilization of full-time, part-time, and per-diem staff.

Clinical & Educational Collaboration

• Collaborate with Hematology/Oncology physicians, nurses, and other clinical professionals to develop and implement programs that improve patient care and therapeutic outcomes.
• Develop and coordinate education and training programs for pharmacy staff, oncology pharmacy residents, and students.
• Mentor pharmacy personnel and support the development of clinical and operational competencies.
• Promote continuous learning, professional development, and evidence-based pharmacy practice.

Quality & Process Improvement

• Lead quality improvement and medication-safety initiatives focused on pharmacy efficiency, patient safety, and clinical outcomes.
• Evaluate pharmacy services, workflows, and processes using data and performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
• Partner with medication safety leadership to review and address safety reports, medication-related concerns, and process improvement opportunities.
• Support departmental and organizational goals through data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.

Must-Have Qualifications

Education

• Must have completed a degree in Pharmacy (Bachelor's degree or PharmD) from an accredited pharmacy program.

Relevant Experience

• PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency and PGY-2 Pharmacy Specialty or HSPAL Residency; or
• PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency and at least 2 years of pertinent pharmacy experience; or
• At least 4 years of pertinent pharmacy experience.

Licensure

• Must be licensed as a pharmacist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts by the hire date.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience in Hematology/Oncology pharmacy.
• Advanced degree such as a Master's degree or MBA.
• Completion of an accredited pharmacy residency.
• Previous pharmacy leadership or management experience.
• Experience leading clinical, operational, quality improvement, or process improvement initiatives.
• Experience with oncology pharmacy programs, specialty medications, or high-cost drug management.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of pharmacy operations, medication management processes, pharmacy systems, equipment, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to evaluate pharmacy services and processes using data and implement meaningful improvements.
• Experience with pharmacy information systems, clinical databases, and healthcare technology.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with a track record of motivating, developing, and holding team members accountable.
• Strong judgment, initiative, self-management, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Experience with pharmacy or clinical information systems such as QS1, Centricity, Meditech, Cerner, Epic, SCM, or similar platforms is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time OffAdditional Benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity: HireVenture is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.