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CLINICAL PHARMACIST I-RETAIL & SPECIALTY - 10034791

Duarte, CA

City of Hope is an independent biomedical research and treatment center for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases. 

Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a leader in bone marrow transplantation and immunotherapy such as CAR T cell therapy. City of Hope’s translational research and personalized treatment protocols advance care throughout the world. Human synthetic insulin, monoclonal antibodies and numerous breakthrough cancer drugs are based on technology developed at the institution. AccessHope™, a wholly owned subsidiary, was launched in 2019 and is dedicated to serving employers and their health care partners by providing access to City of Hope’s exceptional cancer expertise. 

A National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope is ranked among the nation’s “Best Hospitals” in cancer by U.S. News & World Report and received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Its main campus is located near Los Angeles, with additional locations throughout Southern California and in Arizona.


Pay Rate: $70.93 - $113.48 per hour

Clinical Pharmacist I-Per Diem

Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. 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 treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.

The Clinical Pharmacist I (Specialty) oversees and supports all specialty pharmacy medication activities. This includes supervising pharmacy technicians and ensuring the clinical appropriateness of medications, such as proper dosing and potential drug interactions, before dispensing. Additionally, this role facilitates new patient enrollment and promotes medication adherence for patients prescribed specialty medications. Serving as the primary medication expert, the Clinical Pharmacist I (Specialty) acts as the main point of contact, providing support to providers, staff, and patients as needed.

As a successful candidate, you will:

  • Oversee the processing and preparations of all specialty medications.

  • Verify all patient information before filling a prescription.

  • Perform quality checks on prescriptions for clinical appropriateness, correct dosage, drug interactions, etc.

  • Responsible for checking all medications prior to dispensing.

  • Perform and/or oversees data entry of prescriptions in the pharmacy management systems.

  • Performs medical adherence follow-up and address any non-adherence for patients on specialty medications.

  • Provides pharmacy clinical support for all providers and staff when needed.

  • Provides consultation and medication education to patients and caregivers upon dispensing a prescription.

  • Exhibits expert understanding of regulatory and quality standards for their area.

  • Payer follow up and communicate with physicians and health plans as needed.

  • Complete third-party insurance forms, patient assistance, and other paperwork as needed.

  • Ensures the pharmacy team is providing the best possible customer service and patient care.

  • Ensure the timely communication with providers and patients regarding patient medication concerns or issues.

  • Ensures timely follow up regarding patient’s specialty pharmacy medication management concerns.

Your qualifications should include:

  • Graduate of ACPE – Accredited Pharmacy School

  • Current CA Pharmacist License

  • BLS certification through the American Heart Association

Additional Information:

  • Hourly Per Diem Rate: $95.71

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

To learn more about our Comprehensive Benefits, pleaseCLICK HERE.

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