Staff Pharmacist PRN - The Vanderbilt Clinic Oncology Pharmacy

VUMC

10 days ago

Nashville, TennesseePer Diem / PRNOncology

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Job Description

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible

This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.

About the Role

Join Vanderbilt University Medical Center as a Staff Pharmacist PRN – Oncology, No Weekends in United States.

Key Responsibilities

chemotherapy drug orders to ensure the safe, appropriate and cost

effective use of medications. Provides outstanding patient care by optimizing medication preparation and resolving medication

Requirements

term challenges. Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements. CERTIFICATIONS LIC

Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.

Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.

Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services:

Benefits & Compensation

PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

Per Diem position.

Weekend coverage may be required.

This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Vanderbilt University Medical Center in United States.

Key Skills

Oncology pharmacyMedication preparationDrug informationChemotherapy reviewAseptic techniqueSterile compoundingMedication managementPatient careClinical pharmacyMentoringPharmaceutical computer literacyRegulatory complianceLeadershipDrug dispensing

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Overview

This Staff Pharmacist PRN - The Vanderbilt Clinic Oncology Pharmacy position at VUMC includes the following lifestyle factors: no on-call duties. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

Oncology — Pharmacist Career Context

This Oncology position at VUMC is open to pharmacist candidates.

Pharmacists are expanding beyond traditional dispensing roles into clinical consulting, medication management, and remote pharmacy services.

Nationally, Oncology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $380k, with the typical range spanning $290k to $520k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Compensation Analysis

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Nashville, Tennessee.

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a pharmacist earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Why This Position Stands Out

No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Oncology pharmacy, Medication preparation, Drug information, Chemotherapy review, Aseptic technique, Sterile compounding, Medication management, Patient care. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Oncology role.

Core responsibilities: The Staff Pharmacist provides leadership in medication preparation, dosing, and the provision of drug information while ensuring the safe and cost-effective use of chemotherapy and non-chemotherapy drugs. They are responsible for supervising support personnel, verifying medication accuracy, and main...

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Disability Insurance, Retirement Plan, Wellness Offerings. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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