Pharmacist Specialist - Oncology

Cottage Health•Santa Barbara, CA

About The Position

Cottage Health has been a leader in Santa Barbara County for many years. As a non-profit healthcare system we are dedicated to the well-being of our community and beyond. Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital is a 519 bed, not for profit teaching hospital, level one trauma center, and is the flagship hospital of Cottage Health. We are a training site for medical, surgical, radiology and pharmacy residents as well as doctor of pharmacy students. Scheduling is geared to provide a comfortable work/life balance. We have a decentralized clinical program and our health system is committed to maintaining state-of-the-art pharmaceutical services. New hires receive a four to six-week intensive clinical pharmacy orientation and training program. Currently we have a need for a full-time Pharmacist Specialist in oncology services. The specialist delivers pharmaceutical care through the provision of patient-centered clinical services, medication information, education that ensures safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy. Exercises sound judgment and developed clinical skills to provide input to and implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication.

Requirements

Valid California Pharmacist License
Completion of PGY2 or fellowship in oncology, completion of PGY1 plus 3 years of experience as a clinical specialist in oncology, or 5 years of experience as a clinical specialist in oncology
Applicant must demonstrate competency or experience in oncology