Pharmacist - Inpatient Oncology

Cedars-Sinai • Beverly Hills, CA

91d • $72 - $115

About The Position

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is renowned for its excellence, tied #1 in California and appearing on the 'Best Hospitals' Honor Roll for ten 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 Cedars-Sinai Cancer Enterprise is at the forefront of cancer care, consisting of two cancer centers and three affiliate sites. Our Oncology Pharmacists collaborate with a team of expert cancer doctors, researchers, and nurses to advance leading-edge research and treatment innovations for cancer patients. This collaborative environment fosters cutting-edge solutions and personalized care, making a significant impact on patient outcomes and the future of oncology treatment.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Clinical oncology experience.
• Board Certification in Oncology (BCOP) preferred.
• EPIC/Beacon experience preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of common disease states and pathologies.
• Ability to extract pertinent information from the patient chart or other sources and relate it to the patient care plan.
• Ability to assess and apply current pharmacological and biopharmaceutical principles for the selection and use of drug products in a clinical setting.
• 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.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, organizational, prioritization, and follow-through skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive care for patients with various cancer-related disease states, including hematologic and solid tumors, bone marrow transplants (BMT), CAR-T, and TIL therapies.
• Reviewing and verifying chemotherapy orders to ensure accuracy and safety.
• Delivering patient education to inform patients about their treatments and care plans.
• Monitoring therapeutic drugs to optimize drug therapy and improve patient outcomes.
• Participating in oncology disease-related groups to support guideline development, updates, and new drug monographs.
• Providing accurate drug information to healthcare professionals and patients.

Benefits

• Highly competitive hourly pay.
• Pay differential specific to the oncology pharmacy field.
• Sign-on bonus available to new hires only.
• Relocation assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree