Lead Oncology Pharmacist
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Job Description
Sign on Bonus of $20,000.00 for Qualified, Full Time Candidates
Relocation up to $7,000.00 for full time candidates per HR guidelines
Job Summary
To assist the Director of Pharmacy in the supervision of the department, training of new pharmacists, and assuring that all medications dispensed are in accordance with State and Federal regulations. This position looks for ways to optimize pharmacy operations while being part of an interdisciplinary comprehensive Cancer Center.
About CarolinaEast Health System
CarolinaEast Health System is committed to providing high quality, compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. At the heart of our system is a 350-bed, full-service medical center equipped with a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, utilizing the latest medical technologies.
We employ over 3,200 dedicated team members and operate physician practices across various specialties in four counties.
Our employees foster a culture of excellence that ensures our patients receive the same high level of care found at larger medical centers, all while maintaining a friendly, community-centered atmosphere throughout our facilities.
CarolinaEast offers a robust benefits package to all full-time employees, as well as benefits for part-time plus and part-time staff.
We are proud to be the first medical center in North Carolina recognized as a Cardiovascular Center of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association.
Additionally, we are honored to be named one of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek, among numerous other prestigious accolades.
CarolinaEast Physicians is made up of over 150 physicians, and mid-level providers who provide care to patients spanning four eastern North Carolina Counties. We have specialties including Primary Care, Pediatrics, Rheumatology, Cardiology, Pulmonology, Neurology, Podiatry, Endocrinology, Cardiovascular Surgery, Otolaryngology, General Surgery, Oncology, Urology, Physical Medicine and Rehab, Orthopedics, Psychiatry, and Gastroenterology.
Minimum Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Doctor of Pharmacy Program with current licensure as a pharmacist in state of practice. Preferably have completed an ASHP accredited residency program in Oncology or other advanced training/certifications such as Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist.
- Must have the ability to use the Pharmacy computer system at an acceptable level after having been instructed during the training period.
- The Lead Oncology Pharmacist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the disease and age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their therapy, and to provide the pharmaceutical care needed.
- Most hours will be set hours during the week but must be willing to accept “call back” when necessary.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the Director of Pharmacy in supervising the department and training new pharmacists. Optimize pharmacy operations within an interdisciplinary Cancer Center while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
Requirements
Must be a graduate of an accredited Doctor of Pharmacy program with current state licensure. Preference is given to candidates with an ASHP accredited residency in Oncology or Board Certification in Oncology Pharmacy.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Oncology — Pharmacist Career Context
Of the 50 active Oncology listings this role was benchmarked against, 34% are remote, 48% have no call, 62% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Oncology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 4.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
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