Oncology Pharmacist

JOB SUMMARY

The Oncology Pharmacist provides clinical and operational pharmacy services in support of oncology and chemotherapy treatment programs within a Critical Access Hospital setting. This role is responsible for the safe preparation verification and management of chemotherapy immunotherapy and supportive oncology medications while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices for hazardous drug handling.

Working collaboratively with oncologists infusion nurses and the broader care team the Oncology Pharmacist ensures accurate medication therapy management patient safety and adherence to evidence-based oncology treatment a rural healthcare environment this position may also support broader pharmacy operations as needed while serving as the primary clinical resource for oncology pharmacotherapy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Services
Review and verify chemotherapy immunotherapy targeted therapy and supportive medication orders for accuracy dosing and protocol compliance. Evaluate patient-specific factors (e.g. BSA renal/hepatic function labs performance status) and ensure alignment with evidence-based guidelines (e.g. NCCN ASCO) and organizational protocols. Provide clinical support to providers and nursing staff.

Chemotherapy Compounding & Hazardous Drug Safety
Oversee or participate in preparation and verification of hazardous medications in compliance with USP <797> and <800>. Ensure safe compounding labeling storage and dispensing and support adherence to hazardous drug safety standards and environmental monitoring practices.

Infusion Center Collaboration
Coordinate with infusion nurses and oncology providers to support treatment scheduling and timely medication preparation. Ensure inclusion of appropriate pre-medications rescue therapies and supportive care. Assist in managing adverse drug reactions and toxicity mitigation.

Patient Education & Support
Educate patients and caregivers on oncology therapies including chemotherapy immunotherapy and oral agents with a focus on side effects symptom management safe handling adherence and treatment expectations.

Pharmacy Operations Support
Serve as a resource for oncology medication management across care settings. Support pharmacy operations including medication verification consultation staff education and formulary management.

Quality Improvement & Regulatory Compliance
Support compliance with USP <800> DNV and state regulations. Contribute to development and maintenance of oncology protocols and policies participate in medication safety and quality initiatives and maintain required documentation for accreditation.

Education & Staff Support
Provide training and education to pharmacy and nursing staff on oncology therapies and hazardous drug handling. Maintain current knowledge of oncology pharmacotherapy and emerging treatments.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited pharmacy program.
• Current pharmacist license in the State of Oregon or ability to obtain.

• Experience in oncology pharmacy chemotherapy preparation or oncology infusion services preferred.
  
  

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP) or eligibility.
• Completion of PGY1 residency or oncology pharmacy training.
• Experience working with oncology infusion centers or outpatient chemotherapy services.
• Familiarity with oncology treatment protocols and hazardous drug handling standards.

• Knowledge of oncology pharmacotherapy and chemotherapy treatment protocols.
• Understanding of sterile compounding and hazardous drug handling practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary care teams.
• Strong attention to detail and medication safety practices.
• Effective patient education and communication skills.
  
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical Demands

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities:

None of the time: Taste of smell

Up to 1/3 of the time: Stand walk push/ pull stoop /kneel crawl

From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: sit talk or hear reach with hands

Up 2/3 of the time and more: Use hands to finger hand or feet

This job requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted as follows:

None of the time: More than 100 pounds

Up to 1/3 of the time: Up to 50 pounds

From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: N/A

Up to 2/3 of the time and more: N/A

This job has special vision requirements as follows: Close Vision Distance vision color vision ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

This job requires exposure to the following environmental conditions:

None of the time: Wet humid conditions work near moving mechanical parts outdoor weather conditions extreme cold extreme heat work with explosives risk of radiation vibration

Up to 1/3 of the time: Fumes from airborne particles toxic or caustic risk of electrical shock

From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: N/A

The typical noise level for the work environment is: Moderate Noise

Hearing requirements: Ability to hear alarms on equipment Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff

This job requires the following repetitive motion actions:

0 hours: Repetitive use of foot control

From 1 2 hours per day: Grasping firm/heavy

From 3-4 hours per day: Grasping simple/light

From 5-6 hours per day: Repetitive use of hands fine dexterity

From 7 hours per day: N/A

Required Experience:

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