Clinical Pharmacist Specialist

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Dignity Health is committed to providing cutting-edge oncology patient care through innovative and comprehensive infusion services. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced clinical pharmacist to provide comprehensive clinical pharmacy services within our Oncology/Specialty Infusion Centers on the North Central Coast.

Dignity Health is the only program on the Central Coast to offer comprehensive Cancer Care services. Our pharmacists work closely with our Medical Oncologists, community physicians and Oncology Nursing staff to provide optimal care and outcomes to the patients we serve.

• This role requires a strong understanding of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, sterile compounding, regulatory compliance and clinical program development.
• The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in optimizing medication management programs, development and implementation of clinical/operations protocols, and be passionate to serve as a resource for physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• In this role, you will have the opportunity to participate in clinical trials, develop and implement new treatment protocols, and contribute to the advancement of oncology pharmacy practice.

Job Requirements

Required

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree
• Residency completion or 3 years of clinical experience

Licensure and Certifications

• Active State Pharmacist License in good standing in the state in which the employee works: PHARM:CA
• Board Certification (e.g. BCCP, BCPS) required within 3 years of hire - any incumbents would not be required to obtain board certification
• AHA BLS-CPR
• AHA ACLS

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training

• Must possess strong knowledge of Pharmacy Services; knowledgeable and skilled in current practice concepts of different pharmacy practice settings; strong knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, guidelines and professional standards; strong project management skills; good strategic planning skills; strong change management skills; must demonstrate personal traits of a high level of motivation; team orientation; professionalism; trust; and place a high value on treating others with dignity and respect.

Where You’ll Work

Founded in 1940, Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center is a 191-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Santa Maria, California. Serving over 250,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, cancer care, orthopedics, and stroke care. Additionally, Marian Regional Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and the only healthcare facility on the Central Coast to offer ECMO.

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