- Location
- Baton Rouge, LA
- Workplace
- Hybrid, Onsite
- Department
- Clinical Services: Southwest
- Source
- Greenhouse
Description
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (Hematology/Oncology) - Onsite in Baton Rouge, LA - RELOCATION or SIGN-ON BONUSES AVAILABLE!
Why work for Shields Health Solutions?
At Shields, we pride ourselves on our culture of inclusion and kindness and the difference we make in patients' lives every day. We are tremendously proud to be certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ again in 2025, six years in a row!
Improving lives and elevating performance are at the heart of everything we do. That’s why more health system leaders trust Shields to elevate access, outcomes and growth within specialty pharmacy — delivering value throughout the entire health system. Leveraging our proven Shields Performance Platform – we deliver the financial results that health systems demand, and the superior outcomes patients deserve. With the foremost leaders in specialty pharmacy on our team; proven success partnering with more than 70 health systems; and a vested interest in delivering measurable results – we are the partner health systems trust to transform their specialty pharmacy into a powerful growth engine and elevate performance where it matters most.
What You’ll Get:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
- 401(k) with match, 4 weeks PTO, 10 paid holidays
- Paid parental leave, short-term disability, and professional development
- Access to employee resource groups and wellness programs
Job Purpose:
The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist plays a vital role in delivering integrated, patient-centered care within designated outpatient clinics at the partner health system. This position focuses on ensuring appropriate medication therapy, implementing clinical protocols and guidelines, monitoring relevant medication therapy, and enhancing the quality and delivery of evidence-based medicine. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist works on-site (Monday through Friday daytime shift hours) integrated with the primary care team and collaborates closely with both hybrid and onsite pharmacy service teams to maximize clinical services and coordination of care.
Job Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments for disease management under collaborative practice agreements or clinic protocols.
- Work on-site in close coordination with interdisciplinary teams, including both in-person and hybrid care models.
- Assist in the development, maintenance, and appropriate use of treatment plans and supportive care plans in alignment with clinical goals and patient needs.
- Monitor and evaluate medication regimens to ensure clinical criteria are met, including therapeutic goals, adverse effects, and drug interactions.
- Ensure all clinical criteria are in compliance with FDA standards, national clinical guidelines, and appropriate evidence-based literature.
- Identify, resolve, and prevent medication-related problems to ensure safe and effective pharmacotherapy.
- Provide direct, individualized counseling on medication use, lifestyle modifications, and disease state education.
- Address barriers to adherence, including cost, access, and health literacy, through targeted interventions.
- Willing to do whatever is necessary for the betterment of the organization.
- Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.
- Other duties as assigned by Clinical Leadership or Manager of Clinical Services.
Licensure & Education:
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) and active Louisiana pharmacist license required.
- Oncology Pharmacy Specialty Certification (BCOP) required within 1 year of hire.
Experience:
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- PGY1 + PGY2 residency in area of specialty/related field
- OR PGY1 + 1 year practice experience in area of specialty/related field
- OR 3 years’ experience in area of specialization
Skills & Expertise:
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and process management.
- In-depth knowledge of pharmacology, FDA regulations, and national treatment guidelines.
- Proven ability to ensure legal compliance and deliver high-quality, detail-oriented care.
- Experience with EPIC & Beacon Oncology treatment plans preferred.
Professional Traits: Proactive, self-motivated, organized, dependable, empathetic, and collaborative with a strong focus on integrity and patient-centered care.
Additional Requirements: High energy, team-oriented mindset, and ability to handle sensitive data with discretion and confidentiality.
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Solid computer skills are required, including proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) for communication, documentation, and data management, as well as, navigating the internet and web-based platforms. Data entry and computer skills will be evaluated through an assessment as part of the pre-employment process.
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