US Oncology

Pharmacy Oncology Clinical Specialist

US Oncology$106K — $220K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Pharm.D. degree from accredited pharmacy school
  • 4+ years as a registered pharmacist with 2 years in oncology or completion of PGY2 Oncology Residency
  • Active Pharmacist license and willingness to obtain additional state licenses
  • Board Certification in Oncology Pharmacy (BCOP) preferred
  • 5+ years progressive leadership experience in ambulatory infusion setting preferred

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement strategies to optimize clinical efficacy and drug use initiatives
  • Implement therapeutic and supportive care medication changes in patient care
  • Collaborate on patient safety improvements with Network practices
  • Function as clinical pharmacist for specific practice needs
  • Identify best practices for medication review in electronic health record
  • Lead development of clinical practice metrics
  • Participate in drug initiatives at P&T or leadership meetings

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance
  • HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Critical Illness, Hospital, and Legal Plans
  • PTO and Holiday Plans
  • Retirement Savings Plans
  • Robust Wellness Program and Incentives
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Perks like Jeans Fridays
Full Job Description
Overview

Compass Oncology is seeking a Pharmacy Oncology Clinical Specialist to join our team in a hybrid, Monday-Friday position, playing a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered oncology care.

As an Pharmacy Oncology Clinical Specialist at Compass Oncology, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional patient care by reviewing new treatment orders and helping shape and advance clinical pharmacy services across the organization. In this highly collaborative role, you'll partner with Compass Oncology practice teams, leadership, and McKesson colleagues to develop and optimize processes that ensure safe, high-quality, and cost-effective care while supporting our commitment to clinical excellence and regulatory compliance.

Employment Type: Full-Time, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, M-F hybrid schedule
Location: Vancouver Cancer Center (Vancouver, WA) OR East Cancer Clinic (Clackamas, OR)

Salary Range: $106,154.85 - $220,475.46 salaried

**Final offer amounts are determined by a review of the candidate's applicable experience and qualifications, as well as, internal employee equity considerations.

Scope:
Oversees pharmaceutical care plans in designated specialty areas or product lines, including initial in-depth patient evaluations, development of care plans, and ensuring treatment plans are carried out. Ensures ongoing review of patient clinical status. Recommends adjustments to drug therapy based on clinical status and treatment outcomes. Coordinates with clinical providers to ensure all aspects of
pharmaceutical care are delivered safely and timely. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

  • In collaboration with practice leadership, develops and implements strategies to optimize clinical efficacy, appropriate dosing, and therapeutic interchange, reimbursement, and other drug use initiatives.
  • Implements mutually agreed upon therapeutic and supportive care medication use changes within the patient care setting.
  • Collaborate with The Network practices to implement P&T recommendations and improvements for patient safety.
  • Function as clinical pharmacist for patient-specific practice needs.
  • Identify best practices within the electronic health record for medication review and suggestions for enhancements.
  • Leads the development of clinical practice metrics.
  • Participates in key drug initiatives at practice P&T or applicable leadership meetings.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited school of pharmacy
  • Minimum of 4+ years of experience as a registered pharmacist, including at least 2 years in oncology or completion of a PGY2 Oncology Residency
  • Active Pharmacist license, with willingness and ability to obtain additional state licensure as needed
  • Board Certification in Oncology Pharmacy (BCOP) preferred
  • 5+ years progressive leadership experience in an ambulatory infusion setting preferred

Our Benefits:

When you feel supported, both from a health and financial wellness perspective, you have the energy and motivation to make good things happen - whether it is caring for patients, caring for yourself and your family, or giving back to your community. That's why Compass Oncology offers a full suite of competitive benefits that support your physical, mental and financial well-being. From health and wellness programs, to retirement education and plans, we give you the tools to make great choices for your health and financial wellbeing now and in the future.

For benefit-eligible employees who work 20 hours or greater, we proudly offer the following:
  • Medical , Dental, Vision, Life and Disability
  • HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Critical Illness, Hospital, and Legal Plans
  • PTO and Holiday Plans
  • Retirement Savings Plans
  • Robust Wellness Program and Incentives
  • EAP
  • Perks
  • Jeans Fridays!

For more details: Compass Employee Benefits

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work may require sitting for long periods of time; also stooping, bending and stretching for files and supplies. Occasionally lifting files or paper weighing up to 30 pounds. Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, calculator, telephone, copier and other office equipment. Vision must be correctable to 20/20 and hearing must be in the normal range for telephone contacts. It is necessary to view and type on computer screens for prolonged periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office environment. Involves contact with patients and public.

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