Curry Health Network
Location
Gold Beach, Oregon
The Oncology Pharmacist is responsible for providing clinical and operational pharmacy services supporting oncology and chemotherapy programs, focusing on the safe preparation, verification, and management of complex medications.
A Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree and an Oregon pharmacist license (or eligibility) are required, with experience in oncology pharmacy or chemotherapy preparation being preferred.
The Oncology Pharmacist provides clinical and operational pharmacy services in support of oncology and chemotherapy treatment programs within a Critical Access Hospital setting. This role is responsible for the safe preparation, verification, and management of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and supportive oncology medications while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices for hazardous drug handling.
Working collaboratively with oncologists, infusion nurses, and the broader care team, the Oncology Pharmacist ensures accurate medication therapy management, patient safety, and adherence to evidence-based oncology treatment protocols. In a rural healthcare environment, this position may also support broader pharmacy operations as needed while serving as the primary clinical resource for oncology pharmacotherapy.
Oncology Clinical Pharmacy Services Review and verify chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and supportive medication orders for accuracy, dosing, and protocol compliance. Evaluate patient-specific factors (e.g., BSA, renal/hepatic function, labs, performance status) and ensure alignment with evidence-based guidelines (e.g., NCCN, ASCO) and organizational protocols. Provide clinical support to providers and nursing staff.
Chemotherapy Compounding & Hazardous Drug Safety Oversee or participate in preparation and verification of hazardous medications in compliance with USP <797> and <800>. Ensure safe compounding, labeling, storage, and dispensing, and support adherence to hazardous drug safety standards and environmental monitoring practices.
Infusion Center Collaboration Coordinate with infusion nurses and oncology providers to support treatment scheduling and timely medication preparation. Ensure inclusion of appropriate pre-medications, rescue therapies, and supportive care. Assist in managing adverse drug reactions and toxicity mitigation.
Patient Education & Support Educate patients and caregivers on oncology therapies, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and oral agents, with a focus on side effects, symptom management, safe handling, adherence, and treatment expectations.
Pharmacy Operations Support Serve as a resource for oncology medication management across care settings. Support pharmacy operations, including medication verification, consultation, staff education, and formulary management.
Quality Improvement & Regulatory Compliance Support compliance with USP <800>, DNV, and state regulations. Contribute to development and maintenance of oncology protocols and policies, participate in medication safety and quality initiatives, and maintain required documentation for accreditation.
Education & Staff Support Provide training and education to pharmacy and nursing staff on oncology therapies and hazardous drug handling. Maintain current knowledge of oncology pharmacotherapy and emerging treatments.
None of the time: Taste of smell
Up to 1/3 of the time: Stand, walk, push/ pull, stoop /kneel, crawl
From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: sit, talk or hear, reach with hands
Up 2/3 of the time and more: Use hands to finger, hand or feet
None of the time: More than 100 pounds
Up to 1/3 of the time: Up to 50 pounds
From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: N/A
Up to 2/3 of the time and more: N/A
This job has special vision requirements as follows: Close Vision, Distance vision, color vision, ability to adjust focus
Wet, humid conditions, work near moving mechanical parts, outdoor weather conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, work with explosives, risk of radiation, vibration
Up to 1/3 of the time: Fumes from airborne particles, toxic or caustic, risk of electrical shock
From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: N/A
The typical noise level for the work environment is: Moderate Noise
Hearing requirements: Ability to hear alarms on equipment, Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff
0 hours: Repetitive use of foot control
From 1 – 2 hours per day: Grasping firm/heavy
From 3-4 hours per day: Grasping simple/light
From 5-6 hours per day: Repetitive use of hands, fine dexterity
From 7+ hours per day: N/A
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