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Residency Program Director & Hematology Oncology Clinical Pharmacist

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Job Title Residency Program Director & Hematology Oncology Clinical Pharmacist Location Danville, PA Job Category Pharmacy Schedule Days Work Type Full time Department Pharmacy Services Division Date posted 06/05/2025 Job ID R-79936

Job Summary

This is an excellent opportunity to join our pharmacy leadership team and practice at the top of license! The Residency Program Director and Hematology Oncology Pharmacist provides quality pharmaceutical care defined as being responsible for assuring the provision of safe, efficacious and cost-effective drug therapy for all patients. The pharmacist will utilize integrated and routine communication with all health care professionals and patients concerning medical care and quality of life with the emphasis placed on the monitoring and documentation of specific pharmacotherapy outcomes. Provides assistance and in-depth drug information to medical personnel; performs operational/clinical functions or projects as assigned.

Job Duties

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care in hematology and oncology, including medication order review, dosing, and monitoring for safety and efficacy.

2. Oversee the residency program, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards and fostering a high-quality learning environment.

3. Mentor and guide pharmacy residents, students, and staff, promoting professional development and clinical excellence.

4. Collaborate with medical and nursing staff to optimize medication therapy and resolve drug-related issues.

5. Participate in clinical rounds and provide expert consultation on drug therapy and pharmacokinetics.

6. Lead the development and implementation of evidence-based protocols and cost-effective medication use strategies.

7. Ensure accurate preparation and dispensing of medications, including sterile compounding using aseptic techniques.

8. Monitor and analyze medication utilization trends and financial performance to inform strategic decisions.

9. Coordinate and supervise pharmacy operations, ensuring efficient use of resources and adherence to departmental standards.

10. Provide oversight for staff performance management, recruitment, and competency development.

11. Deliver in-service education and drug information to healthcare professionals.

12. Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and corporate standards across clinical and operational activities.

13. Develop and manage budgets, business plans, and performance metrics for pharmacy services.

14. Maintain and audit collaborative practice agreements and clinical procedures in assigned areas.

15. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in patient care, operational efficiency, and staff engagement.

*As residency program director, the pharmacist is eligible for appointment within the Geisinger College of Health Sciences as Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacy and is also eligible for promotion within the College. 

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Education

Bachelor's Degree-Pharmacy (Required), Doctoral Degree-Pharmacology (Preferred)

Experience

Minimum of 7 years-Related work experience (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s)

Licensed Pharmacist (Pennsylvania) - State of Pennsylvania

Skills

Healthcare Industry; Office Administration

About Geisinger

Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Our Vision & Values

Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.

KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.

EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.

LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.

INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.

SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.

Our Benefits

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.

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