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Job Description
nCedars-Sinai Medical Center is renowned for its excellence, tied #1 in California and appearing on the "Best Hospitals" Honor Roll for eleven 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.
nThe 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.
nWe are currently offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus to newly hired Oncology Pharmacists!
nWhat's this role all about?
nAs a Clinical Specialist Pharmacist at the Cedars-Sinai Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute in Los Angeles, California, you will provide comprehensive direct patient care to patients within our medical oncology team. Your role involves delivering medication management services in coordination with other healthcare professionals. Key responsibilities include:
nnnAssessing medication therapy regimens
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nnManaging medication therapy and supportive care
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nnEducating patients on medication use
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nnReviewing chemotherapy orders
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nnProviding drug information and optimizing drug therapy
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nnParticipating in collaborative and protocol-driven practices as appropriate
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n nAdditionally, you will support the development, updates, and creation of new drug monographs for oncology diagnosis-related group guidelines. You will present quarterly summaries of diagnosis-related group updates at Oncology P&T subcommittee meetings. Furthermore, you will be involved in the education and mentorship of pharmacy students and residents.
nTotal rewards
nIn recognition of the specialized skills and expertise required for this role, Cedars-Sinai offers a highly competitive hourly pay along with a pay differential specific to the oncology pharmacy field.
nSign-on bonus is available to new hires only. Current employees are not eligible.
nJoin the team at Cedars-Sinai and contribute to innovative and impactful healthcare solutions that make a difference in the lives of patients and communities.
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nQualifications
nEducational Requirements:
nnnPharm.D. or equivalent degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
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nnCompletion of a PGY1 and/or PGY2 residency or equivalent practice experience.
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n nLicense/Certification/Registration Requirements:
nnnCurrent pharmacist licensure in the State of California.
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nnBLS certification as outlined in the Pharmacist Responsibilities in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (C.P.R.) and Code Blue Procedure: Pharmacy Policy and Procedure
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n nWhat else are we looking for?
nnnPrevious clinical oncology / infusion pharmacy experience preferred
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nnBoard Certification in Oncology (BCOP) preferred
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nnEPIC/Beacon experience preferred
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nnComprehensive knowledge of common disease states and pathologies.
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nnAbility to extract pertinent information from the patient chart or other sources and relate it to the patient care plan.
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nnAbility to assess and apply current pharmacological and biopharmaceutical principles for the selection and use of drug products in a clinical setting.
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nnAbility to evaluate medication regimens to meet the therapeutic needs of patients.
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nnAbility to learn and adapt to the use of automated information systems in daily practice.
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nnExceptional communication, interpersonal, organizational, prioritization, and follow-through skills
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n nCedars-Sinai is an EEO employer. Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law.
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los angeles, CA, 90079, US
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