Pharmacist - Oncology Clinical Specialist

Cedars-Sinai•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

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

Specialized skills and expertise required for this role.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive direct patient care to patients within our medical oncology team.
Deliver medication management services in coordination with other healthcare professionals.
Assess medication therapy regimens.
Manage medication therapy and supportive care.
Educate patients on medication use.
Review chemotherapy orders.
Provide drug information and optimize drug therapy.
Participate in collaborative and protocol-driven practices as appropriate.
Support the development, updates, and creation of new drug monographs for oncology diagnosis-related group guidelines.
Present quarterly summaries of diagnosis-related group updates at Oncology P&T subcommittee meetings.
Be involved in the education and mentorship of pharmacy students and residents.