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The EW Scripps Company

Clinical Pharmacist II - Oncology Infusion - Torrey Pines

The EW Scripps Company, LA JOLLA, CA


This is a Full-Time (80 hours every two week period) benefited position with varied 10-hour day shifts (anytime between 6:30am-5:45pm) Monday through Friday, at the infusion center in Torrey Pines. May float to other infusion center locations as needed.

Includes $4,000 retention incentive and $3,000 relocation assistance to eligible new hires.

Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide.

Why join Scripps Health?

AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE:
• Selected as one of the 100 Best Places to Work for 2024 by Fortune Magazine and the Great Place to Work Institute for the 16th time. A remarkable achievement as only five healthcare organizations nationwide made the list, and Scripps is the sole healthcare provider in California to be recognized.
• Recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
• Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.
• Ranked 78th in 2023 PEOPLE Companies that Care.
• Ranked 95th in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work for 2023

Why join this team?

Scripps Cancer Center offers advanced chemotherapy services throughout San Diego County, with locations in Hillcrest, Torrey Pines, Rancho Bernardo, Oceanside and Encinitas. The Clinical Pharmacist II will be supporting the Pharmacist Specialists and Advanced Practice Pharmacists who have advanced training in chemotherapy preparation and treatment . This position is ideal for a pharmacist experienced in oncology, looking to grow and work with the best in healthcare.

The general duties of the Clinical Pharmacist II will include:
  • Performs all non-oncology clinical pharmacy activities and supports the oncology clinical activities of the Clinical Oncology Specialists and Advanced Practice Pharmacist(s) where applicable.
  • Primarily decentralized based practice; demonstrates ability to perform competencies and perform activities as outlined in the Pharmacist Authorities policy where applicable.
  • Participates in direct patient care with patient care teams where applicable.
  • Precepts students, interns, and residents.
  • Reviews and evaluates individual drug orders for appropriateness, safety, and cost.
  • Documents the care provided to patients.
  • Supervises the drug distribution operation: responsible for assuring safe and effective alternatives as appropriate.
  • Routinely communicates with physicians, nurses and patients regarding drug therapy.
  • Contributes to the accomplishment of initiatives to improve the cost-effectiveness of drug therapy.
  • Provides pharmaceutical care according to standards established by Scripps Health Pharmacy, to assigned group of patients.
  • Demonstrates ability to provide age-specific patient care as established for area and job title.


Qualifications
Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:
  • BS Pharmacy or Pharm.D. Degree
  • PGY1 residency or 3 years' experience in relevant area of clinical pharmacy practice.
Required Certification/Registration:
  • California Pharmacist License
  • AHA BLS for the health care provider and ACLS certifications required prior to being trained to respond to codes.
  • Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) or other nationally recognized certification required within 2 years' of hire.
Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:
  • Experience in a health system pharmacy enterprise;
  • Teaching certificate and/or experience precepting students and/or residents.