Clinical Pharmacist – Hematology/Oncology

Job Title: Clinical Pharmacist – Hematology/Oncology & BMT Specialist

Job Description

The Clinical Pharmacist – Hematology/Oncology & BMT Specialist serves as a medication-therapy expert for the Hematology/Oncology and Stem Cell Transplant (BMT) programs. This role involves designing, managing, monitoring, verifying, and dispensing drug therapies such as chemotherapy, cellular therapy, immunotherapy, and transplant-support medications. The specialist collaborates across inpatient and outpatient services, oversees pharmacy technician and intern staff, ensures compliance with medication-management standards, and supports hospital-wide pharmacy operations.

Responsibilities

• Optimize medication therapy for hematopoietic cell transplant, CAR-T, and bone marrow transplant patients, including assessment, design, and adjustment of individualized treatment plans.
• Participate in daily rounds with ACGT, Oncology Infusion, and Inpatient Hematology/Oncology services and maintain continuous monitoring of assigned patients through chart review and interdisciplinary communication.
• Provide ongoing medication therapy monitoring by reviewing charts, communicating with the healthcare team and families, and identifying or resolving drug-therapy problems.
• Develop, implement, and maintain evidence-based protocols, chemotherapy regimens, and treatment pathways in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and in alignment with clinical guidelines.
• Utilize the facility formulary to promote safe, cost-effective care and provide patient or caregiver medication counseling as needed.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in hematopoietic cell transplant pharmacotherapy, including CAR-T and BMT treatments.
• Collaborate with the ACGT Medical Director to achieve and maintain FACT accreditation.
• Manage daily pharmacy workflow across units, verify and evaluate medication orders, and supervise pharmacy staff.
• Ensure adherence to pharmacy SOPs and medication-safety standards to mitigate risk to patients and staff.
• Mentor and train pharmacy staff in oncology, BMT, and CAR-T pharmacy practice.
• Document clinical interventions and maintain compliance with drug control regulations.
• Conduct monthly inspections of medication storage and preparation areas.

Essential Skills

• BS degree in Pharmacy.
• Active State of Connecticut Pharmacist License.
• 3 years of experience in hematology/oncology or equivalent.
• Comprehensive understanding of medications, including indications, dosing, monitoring, contraindications, and interactions.
• Proficiency in EHR systems and oncology pharmacy systems (e.g., DoseEdge, Omnicell).
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• PharmD preferred.
• Experience as a Hospital Pharmacist.
• Completion of PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency.
• Completion of PGY2 Pediatric Pharmacy Practice Residency.
• Board certification in area of specialty preferred.
• Advanced training/certification in area of specialty preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in hematology/oncology and bone marrow transplant pharmacotherapy.

Work Environment

The work environment is within a hospital setting, focusing on pediatric care and specialized medicine. The position involves interdisciplinary collaboration, adherence to safety standards, and regulatory compliance. The role requires effective management of competing demands and fostering a patient-centric atmosphere.

This is a Permanent position based out of Hartford, CT.

The pay range for this position is $113000.00 - $175000.00/yr.

medical, vision ,dental, 401k

This is a fully onsite position in Hartford,CT.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 16, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

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