Pharmacy Clinical Specialist - Internal Medicine/Inpatient Solid Tumor Oncology

Cleveland Clinic Foundation

$100K — $130K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PharmD or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited college of pharmacy.
  • Specialty residency is required for positions in specialty areas.
  • Current state licensure as a Registered Pharmacist (RPh) or eligible for reciprocation within 90 days of hire.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and immunization administration certification required within 90 days for those administering immunizations.
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required within one year for those responding to cardiac arrest events.
  • Completion of PGY2 residency or PGY1 residency plus two years of relevant experience, or four years of relevant experience as a clinical specialist.
  • Board certification and prior oncology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care for inpatient oncology patients.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary patient care rounds to optimize treatment plans.
  • Perform pharmacotherapeutic monitoring and medication management for complex medical conditions.
  • Provide drug information and educate healthcare professionals on pharmacotherapy.
  • Conduct medication reconciliation to ensure safe medication practices and transitions of care.
  • Collaborate closely with medical teams to address medication-related issues and enhance patient safety.
  • Support the development of cost-effective treatment plans based on evidence-based guidelines.

Benefits

  • Eligibility for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000.
  • Day/evening shift schedule with rotational weekend and holiday responsibilities.
  • Opportunity to expand expertise in hematology and oncology within a primarily internal medicine-focused role.
  • Collaboration with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
  • Comprehensive exposure to cancer therapies and supportive care.
Full Job Description
Job TitlePharmacy Clinical Specialist - Internal Medicine/Inpatient Solid Tumor Oncology LocationCleveland FacilityCleveland Clinic Main Campus DepartmentInpatient Pharmacy-Pharmacy Job CodeT36059 ShiftDay/Evening Rotation Schedule7:00am-3:30pm Job Summary Job Details **This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 The Pharmacy Clinical Specialist – Internal Medicine/Hematology Oncology serves as a decentralized clinical pharmacist embedded within an inpatient solid tumor oncology service, providing comprehensive pharmacotherapy management for hospitalized patients. While practicing within an oncology environment, this role is primarily focused on internal medicine, with the majority of clinical responsibilities centered on managing acute and chronic medical conditions, optimizing medication therapy, conducting therapeutic drug monitoring, performing medication reconciliation, and supporting multidisciplinary patient care. Caregivers collaborate closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop evidence-based, cost-effective treatment plans while addressing medication-related issues and promoting patient safety. This position offers a unique opportunity for pharmacists with internal medicine training or experience to expand their expertise in hematology and oncology, gaining exposure to cancer therapies, treatment-related toxicities, and supportive care while maintaining a practice that remains heavily focused on internal medicine and the complex medical needs of patients with cancer. A caregiver in this position will work Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 3:30pm with every 8th weekend rotated and holidays alternating. A caregiver who excels in this role will: Coordinate and provide pharmaceutical care for patients. Participate in patient care rounds. Perform pharmacotherapeutic monitoring and provision of pharmaceutical care for patients. Provide general and patient-specific drug information. Educate clinical pharmacists, technicians, pharmacy students, post-graduate trainees, allied health professionals, nurses and physicians in pharmacotherapy. Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: PharmD or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited college of pharmacy If hired for a specialty area where specialty residency training is available, then specialty residency is required Current state licensure as a Registered Pharmacist (RPh) OR eligible for reciprocation in the current state within 90 days of hire For individuals required to administer immunizations,currentBasic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Crosscertification andcompletion of a Board of Pharmacy approved course inthe administration of immunizations or certificationobtained within 90 days of hire are required. For individuals required to respond to adult or pediatriccardiopulmonary arrest events, currentAdvancedCardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) or PediatricAdvanced Life Support (PALS)Certification through American Heart Association (AHA), orcertification obtained within one (1) year of hire, is required Completion of a post-graduate year 2 residency (PGY2) or fellowship OR completion of a post-graduate year 1 residency (PGY-1) and two years of experience as a clinical specialist or an equivalent role providing pharmaceutical care and performing pharmaceutical monitoring OR four years of experience as a clinical specialist or an equivalent role providing pharmaceutical care and performing pharmacotherapeutic monitoring Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: BoardCertification Prior oncology experience Physical Requirements: Typical physical demands include ability to perform the job while standing and walking for prolonged times, approximately 75% of shift and continuously for extended periods of time. Manual dexterity sufficient to perform computer and dispensing functions of the job; ability to lift up to 30 lbs. Position often includes reaching, stretching, stooping, climbing steps and sitting. Must have normal or corrected vision. Must have ability toclearly communicate verbally by phone or in person Personal Protective Equipment: Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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