Pharmacist, Healthcare

Overview

Alliance Cancer Specialists is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Clinical Pharmacist to join our outpatient oncology team at our Bensalem Practice. This role is essential in ensuring the safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of medications for oncology patients. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in clinical pharmacy, formulary management, and patient-centered care, with a passion for improving outcomes in oncology.

Why

Join Alliance Cancer Specialists?

At Alliance, you’ll be part of a compassionate, expert team dedicated to delivering exceptional cancer care. We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients.

Responsibilities Medication Preparation & Dispensing

• Accurately prepares and dispenses medication orders, including chemotherapy and supportive care agents.
• Oversees oral oncology medication dispensing, ensuring safety, compliance, and patient education.
• Admixes IV medications per OSHA and departmental guidelines.
• Verifies prescriptions for completeness, dosage accuracy, and compatibility.

Clinical & Collaborative Support

• Participates in multidisciplinary rounds and tumor boards.
• Provides drug information and clinical decision support to providers and nursing staff.
• Consults with patients and clinicians regarding drug interactions, side effects, and therapeutic alternatives.
• Offers patient counseling on oral chemotherapy adherence and side effect management.

Formulary & Therapeutic Management

• Maintains and updates the oncology formulary in collaboration with the Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee.
• Evaluates new therapies for inclusion based on efficacy, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
• Implements therapeutic substitutions aligned with institutional protocols and evidence-based guidelines.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensures compliance with USP standards, state and federal regulations, and institutional policies.
• Maintains accurate records for prescriptions, inventory, patient charges, and temperature logs.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and documents clinical interventions.

Leadership & Oversight

• Organizes and directs pharmacy technician workflow.
• Verifies technician-prepared medications, order entries, and billing.
• May supervise pharmacy technicians and support staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Minimum three years of experience as a registered pharmacist.
• Prefer three years of experience in a pharmacy with I.V. skills.
• Oncology background preferred.
• Current license as a Pharmacist in the state of practice.
• Minimum 2–3 years of oncology pharmacy experience, preferably in an outpatient setting.
• IV admixture and chemotherapy preparation experience strongly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical knowledge of oncology therapeutics.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in EMR systems and pharmacy dispensing software.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and ethical standards.

Physical & Work Environment

• Requires manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Exposure to hazardous drugs and chemotherapeutic agents with appropriate PPE.
• Standing or sitting for extended periods in a clinical environment.

Important Notice

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