Clinical Pharmacist: On-Site Children's National Hospital; Washington, DC

Clinical Pharmacist:
On-Site Children's National Hospital (Washington, DC) Position Summary

Clearway Health is looking for a Clinical Pharmacist to support the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Specialty Pharmacy space, providing expert patient-centered pharmaceutical care to pediatric patients with hematologic and oncologic conditions. This role will support the safe, effective, and timely use of high-risk and high-cost specialty medications, including chemotherapy, immunotherapies, biologics, oral oncolytics, and supportive care agents. The pharmacist collaborates closely with pediatric hematologists/oncologists and the multidisciplinary care team to ensure continuity of care across inpatient, outpatient, and specialty pharmacy settings.

This position plays a critical role in medication safety, therapy optimization, patient and caregiver education, medication access, adherence monitoring, accreditation, and specialty pharmacy clinical program growth.

• Provide comprehensive medication therapy management for pediatric hematology and oncology patients.
• Review, verify, and monitor hem/onc pharmacotherapy for appropriateness, dosing accuracy, efficacy, and safety, including weight and body surface area-based dosing.
• Monitor for adverse effects, toxicities, drug–drug interactions, and therapy complications.
• Support oral oncolytic management, adherence monitoring, and toxicity assessment.
• Perform medication assessments and reassessments prior to medication dispense.
• Collaborate with pediatric hematologists, oncologists, advanced practice providers, nurses and other members of the care team.
• Assist pharmacy liaison with PA submission, appeal letters, insurance troubleshooting, etc.
• Participate in clinics, case conferences, tumor boards, and multidisciplinary rounds as appropriate.
• Provide evidence-based pharmacotherapy recommendations aligned with pediatric oncology protocols and guidelines.
• Support specialty pharmacy dispensing workflows for hem/onc therapies, including limited distribution drugs and REMS programs.
• Facilitate medication access by assisting with prior authorizations, appeals, manufacturer programs, and patient assistance resources.
• Coordinate with payers, manufacturers, and specialty distributors to prevent delays in therapy initiation or continuation.

• A Pharm
  
  D or bachelor’s degree from an accredited College of Pharmacy is required.
• Completion of PGY‑1 Pharmacy Residency or 3+ years working as a clinical pharmacist in direct patient care is required.
• Completion of a PGY‑2 in oncology/hematology, transplant, or pediatrics is preferred.

• An active Pharmacist licensure (in good standing) to practice pharmacy in DC or MD with eligibility to be licensed in both within 90 days of hire.
• Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP), preferred.
• Board Certified Pediatric Pharmacist (BCPP), preferred.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a State Board of Pharmacy Preceptor’s license by the current state you are applying to within one year of hire.

• 2+ years of work experience in ambulatory care pharmacy setting post PGY1 training or
• 3+ years post Pharm
  
  D is preferred.

• Demonstrated expertise in medications, drug interactions, medical procedures, therapies, diagnoses, and disease states is essential.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills for effective communication with diverse stakeholders including hospital staff, patients, families, physicians, and colleagues.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks, prioritize duties, and adhere to deadlines.
• Organized work approach with a proficiency in maintaining accurate documentation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; proficiency in additional languages is advantageous.
• Self‑directed with strong self‑management abilities; capable of identifying and addressing issues independently.
• Proven track record in process improvement and a keen eye for detail and precision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook) and web browsers.

• This position includes a remote, weekend on‑call…