What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacist Specialist - Oncology position at Cottage Health?
Cottage Health has been a leader in Santa Barbara County for many years. As a non-profit healthcare system we are dedicated to the well-being of our community and beyond. Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital is a 519 bed, not for profit teaching hospital, level one trauma center, and is the flagship hospital of Cottage Health.
We are a training site for medical, surgical, radiology and pharmacy residents as well as doctor of pharmacy students. Scheduling is geared to provide a comfortable work/life balance. We have a decentralized clinical program and our health system is committed to maintaining state-of-the-art pharmaceutical services. New hires receive a four to six-week intensive clinical pharmacy orientation and training program.
Currently we have a need for a full-time Pharmacist Specialist in ambulatory oncology services. The specialist delivers pharmaceutical care through the provision of patient-centered clinical services, medication information, education that ensures safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy. Exercises sound judgment and developed clinical skills to provide input to and implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication.
Minimum qualifications include a valid California Pharmacist License and completion of PGY2 or fellowship in oncology, completion of PGY1 plus 3 years of experience as a clinical specialist in critical care, or 5 years of experience as a clinical specialist in oncology. Board certification in oncology and Doctor of Pharmacy degree preferred. Applicant must demonstrate competency or experience in oncology.
We offer competitive salaries and a very comprehensive benefits package which includes relocation assistance and rental assistance. We enjoy outstanding relationships with our nursing and physician colleagues. Our upbeat atmosphere fosters learning, improvements in patient safety and outstanding pharmaceutical care. Please apply on-line at .
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