Pays $115k-$177k — Pharmacist market median is ~$178k (15 jobs)
Clinical Oncology Pharmacist - Optum WA
About the Role
Clinical oncology pharmacist for ambulatory infusion. Everett, WA. $115k-$177k.
Join UnitedHealth Group as a Clinical Oncology Pharmacist – Optum WA in Everett, Washington. Optum WA, (formerly The Everett Clinic) is seeking a Clinical Oncology Pharmacist to join our team in Everett, WA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $115K - $177K
- Malpractice insurance covered.
- Partnership Program
- Value Project Bonus
- CME Funds and Related Time Off
- Paid License Renewals
- Employee Wellness Program
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Incentive and Recognition Programs
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join UnitedHealth Group as a Clinical Oncology Pharmacist – Optum WA.
Key Responsibilities
The pharmacist will support an ambulatory outpatient infusion practice by optimizing evidence-based therapy and managing medication toxicity. Key duties include reviewing regimens for safety and cost, educating patients, and maintaining sterile preparation workflows.
Requirements
A PharmD and an active Washington State pharmacist license are required. PGY1/PGY2 oncology residency or BCOP board certification is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Oncology — Pharmacist Career Context
UnitedHealth Group holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 77/100, 1,032 active listings.
In Washington, Oncology listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$187k across 18 listings, vs ~$148k nationally (509 listings).
Washington's cost-of-living index is 118.5 (US average = 100), so the posted ~$146k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $123k in an average-cost state — Washington ranks #2 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$146k midpoint, that is roughly $6k–$10k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
Position Insights
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