Oncology Pharmacist

about the client

Our client is a nonprofit regional healthcare trade organization representing more than 50 hospitals and health systems (rural, small community safety-net providers to large, academic medical centers), spanning over 28,000 square miles, across 32 counties of Upstate NY.

overview

This role offers an opportunity to apply your oncology pharmacy expertise in a clinical setting, ensuring safe and effective chemotherapy preparation and administration. You will collaborate closely with healthcare providers to optimize patient care and maintain compliance with regulatory standards. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Assist Pharmacy Buyer in maintaining accurate patient chemotherapy agent lists and par levels to minimize waste
• Review pharmacy inventory to ensure adequate stock levels and remove outdated or unused drugs 
• Promote use of formulary system and work within its guidelines 
• Review chemotherapy order sheets for accuracy, comparing to guidelines or study protocols 
• Coordinate with providers to optimize vial sizes and reduce waste 
• Ensure stability of diluents and proper concentration ranges in chemotherapy orders 
• Define recommended beyond-use dates and communicate with Information System Pharmacist for labeling 
• Monitor lifetime doses of chemotherapy agents 
• Communicate with Oncology Department providers and nursing staff regarding medication orders 
• Coordinate chemotherapy prescribing plans and medication reconciliation with Oncology Department

qualifications

required

• Doctorate degree
• Chemotherapy Pharmacy (1+ years)
• 1+ years of experience in ANY of the following:
  • EHR Coordination
  • Oncology
  • Valid Pharmacist in the state of New York (NY)

Salary: $128,960