City of Hope·Newnan, Georgia
The pharmacist provides patient-centered care by reviewing medication orders, monitoring drug therapy, and supervising sterile compounding for chemotherapy and TPN. They collaborate with interdisciplinary medical teams to optimize medication therapies and provide discharge education to patients.
Pharmacist, PRN
About City of Hope [https://www.cityofhope.org/about-city-of-hope], City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes.
Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses.
City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies.
With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S.
News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work.
City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.
Staff pharmacists will provide patient-centered care and integrated pharmacy services in a decentralized and centralized practice setting.
The staff pharmacist is responsible for reviewing and interpreting providers’ orders for all medications, screening for therapeutic incompatibilities, and ensuring cost-effective medication use that complies with the COH Enterprise Formulary.
In addition, pharmacists will assist with the monitoring of drug therapy, with an emphasis on chemotherapy, and is responsible for providing and educating on drug information to providers and other clinical staff.
The pharmacist will be responsible for oversight of technician staff as it relates to sterile intravenous compounding, using centralized and decentralized medication-use systems, including chemotherapy and TPN, medication refilling, and unit dose drug preparations.
Staff pharmacists will also be expected to participate in quality improvement projects with an emphasis on patient safety and will engage in multi-disciplinary initiatives as requested.
Professional development is also required.
Overall, the ideal candidate should possess strong clinical knowledge, communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to patient safety and quality care. They should be adept at collaborating within interdisciplinary teams and be proactive in ensuring optimal medication management for patients.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
work experience, qualifications, and work location.
Candidates must be a graduate of an ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy with an active State Board of Pharmacy license. A Doctor of Pharmacy degree and at least 2 years of institutional pharmacy experience are highly preferred.
Market context
In Georgia, pharmacy roles in heart and vascular settings are typically competitive because employers look for advanced clinical training, an active Georgia pharmacist license, and experience with the relevant patient population. Demand is often strongest where medication management is closely tied to specialty care and interdisciplinary teams. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your residency or fellowship background aligns with the specialty before applying.
