Manage safe and effective drug therapy for cancer patients.
Monitor chemotherapy medications and side effects.
Provide patient education on treatment options.
Collaborate with healthcare team for optimal patient care.
Ensure adherence to PSH drug use policies.
Stay updated on advancements in cancer treatment therapies.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage with no waiting period.
Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
Retirement plans, Extended Illness Bank, and Life Insurance.
Tuition Reimbursement and employee recognition programs.
Employee Wellness Programs and Fitness Discounts.
Full Job Description
$10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS - eligible to those that qualify
Penn State Health - Hampden Medical Center
Location: US:PA: Enola Work Type: Full Time FTE: 1.00 Shift: Day Hours: 8 hours Recruiter Contact:
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The oncology pharmacist is responsible for the safe, rational and cost-effective drug therapy for the cancer center patients at Hampden Medical Center. They specialize in the care of cancer patients, focusing on managing their chemotherapy medications, monitoring side effects, providing patient education, collaborating with the healthcare team to select the most appropriate treatment options, and ensuring safe and effective medication administration throughout the patient's cancer journey, while adhering to PSH drug use policies and staying updated on the latest advancements in cancer treatment therapies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(s):
Bachelor's degree or Pharm D degree in Pharmacy required.
Must be licensed or eligible for licensure to practice pharmacy in the state of Pennsylvania.
Minimum of one (1) year of IV experience in a hospital or ambulatory infusion site required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(s):
Completion of a pharmacy residency program and Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP) certification preferred.
Oncology experience preferred.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH HAMPDEN MEDICAL CENTER?
Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center brings acute inpatient medical services to communities in Cumberland, Perry, and York counties. The facility features 108 private inpatient beds and an attached outpatient medical office building.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE'LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence - that's Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That's all you.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
About Penn State Health
Penn State Health is a multi-hospital health system serving patients and communities across central Pennsylvania. It is part of Penn State University and includes Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Children's Hospital, and Penn State Cancer Institute. The health system provides a full range of medical services, including primary care, specialty care, and emergency care. Penn State Health is committed to advancing medical research and education, and is home to the Penn State College of Medicine.
