Pays up to $15,000 — Pharmacist market median is ~$139k (179 jobs)
Clinical Pharmacist - Oncology
About the Role
Oncology pharmacist. M-F. No weekends. Minimal holidays. $15k sign-on bonus. Work in a cancer center. Actually have weekends off.
Join Mercy Cedar Rapids as a Clinical Pharmacist - Oncology in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. External applicants are eligible for an up to $15,000 sign on bonus! This position is Monday through Friday with minimal holidays Apply now to be part of a rewarding and collaborative healthcare environment!
Key Responsibilities
- In collaboration with HPCC team members, supports complex medication therapy expansions and services.
- Assists in the implementation of policies and procedures to ensure the safe handling, preparation, and administration of hazardous drugs and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
- Supports the education, training, competency assessment and performance improvement of pharmacists, pharmacy residents, pharmacy technicians.
Requirements
- Employment is contingent upon being licensed by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy by start date.
- Board of Pharmacy Specialties certification required.
- Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP), preferred.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: up to $15,000
- Signing bonus: $15,000.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
Work with Mercy Cedar Rapids in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Clinical Pharmacist - Oncology at Mercy Cedar Rapids a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Oncology (Pharmacy) — ranked against 211 active Oncology (Pharmacy) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
Clinicians in this score range report high career satisfaction and sustainable workloads. This is an ideal fit for providers who prioritize long-term career longevity.
Oncology — Pharmacist Career Context
In Iowa, Pharmacist listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$137k across 247 listings, vs ~$139k nationally (19,244 listings).
Iowa's cost-of-living index is 89.0 (US average = 100) — Iowa ranks #4 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 59.8% of Iowa clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 8.0/10 on work-life balance for Pharmacist roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
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