Oncology Pharmacist

Job Summary

Oncology Pharmacists ensure safety in compounding, preparing, and dispensing chemotherapy along with minimizing drug waste, managing drug shortages, and decreasing exposure to hazardous drugs. The Pharmacist will work along the Oncology Team to provide patient services such as patient education, monitoring adverse drug events, and evaluation of drug-drug, drug-disease interactions, and providing supportive care services. As a part of the Oncology Team, pharmacists can also be asked to take part in the decision-making process on chemotherapy formulary management, treatment protocols, compliance with regulations, and improvement of patient outcomes.

Education

Education Type

Program of Study

Required / Preferred

High School Diploma

N / A

Required

Bachelor’s Degree

Pharmacy

Required

Doctorate Degree

Pharmacy

Preferred

Experience

Number of Years

Type of Experience

Required / Preferred

3-5 Years

Comparable Setting

Preferred

Certification & Licensures

• Registered Pharmacist Required
• Sterile Compounding Certification Required