Pharmacist Oncology and Infusion

Oncology Infusion Pharmacist

We are seeking an Oncology Infusion Pharmacist to ensure the safe accurate and effective preparation verification and dispensing of chemotherapy immunotherapy biologic and supportive care medications for oncology patients. This role collaborates closely with oncologists advanced practice providers nurses and pharmacy technicians to optimize patient outcomes maintain regulatory compliance and support evidence-based cancer care in an ambulatory infusion setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Review verify and prepare chemotherapy immunotherapy targeted therapy supportive care and infusion medications in accordance with oncology protocols USP standards and state/federal regulations.

• Evaluate medication orders for appropriate dosing treatment regimens organ function laboratory values allergies drug interactions and protocol compliance.

• Verify chemotherapy calculations based on patient-specific parameters including diagnosis body surface area (BSA) weight and laboratory results.

• Supervise and support pharmacy technicians involved in sterile compounding and medication preparation to ensure accuracy and quality.

• Collaborate with oncologists nurses and other healthcare professionals to resolve medication-related issues and optimize treatment plans.

• Monitor for adverse drug reactions toxicities and therapy-related complications and communicate recommendations to the care team.

• Provide drug information and education regarding oncology therapies treatment protocols supportive care medications and infusion administration requirements.

• Maintain compliance with USP <797> USP <800> hazardous drug handling standards and controlled substance regulations.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives clinical programs and department projects that enhance patient safety and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy required.

• Active Pharmacist license in the State of Connecticut required.

• Experience in oncology pharmacy infusion services or hospital pharmacy preferred.

• Completion of a PGY1 and/or PGY2 Oncology Residency preferred.

• Board Certification in Oncology Pharmacy (BCOP) preferred or eligibility to obtain certification.

• Strong knowledge of chemotherapy immunotherapy supportive care agents sterile compounding and hazardous drug handling.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with multidisciplinary oncology teams.

• Ability to care for adult and geriatric oncology patients while delivering high-quality patient-centered pharmaceutical care.

About The Cancer Center

Trinity Health Of New England is collaborating with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to strengthen and expand cancer care across the region. This relationship combines Dana-Farbers nationally recognized oncology expertise with Trinity Health Of New Englands commitment to delivering exceptional locally led care close to home. Through access to clinical specialists tumor boards educational resources and best practices patients and providers will benefit from enhanced support and innovation. Together we are building a stronger more integrated oncology program focused on clinical excellence and outstanding patient outcomes.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.