About City of Hope

City of Hope is an independent biomedical research and treatment organization for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases.

Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a leader in bone marrow transplantation and immunotherapy such as CAR T cell therapy. City of Hope’s translational research and personalized treatment protocols advance care throughout the world. Human synthetic insulin, monoclonal antibodies and numerous breakthrough cancer drugs are based on technology developed at the institution.  AccessHope™, a subsidiary launched in 2019 serves employers and their health care partners by providing access to City of Hope’s specialized cancer expertise.

A National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope is ranked among the nation’s “Best Hospitals” in cancer by U.S. News & World Report and received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Its main campus is located near Los Angeles, with additional locations throughout Southern California and in Arizona.

City of Hope’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We believe diversity, equity and inclusion is key in serving our mission to provide compassionate patient care, drive innovative discovery, and advance vital education focused on eliminating cancer and diabetes in all of our communities.  Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ensures we bring the full range of skills, perspectives, cultural backgrounds and experiences to our work -- and that our teams align with the people we serve in order to build trust and understanding.  We are dedicated to fostering a community that embraces diversity - in ideas, backgrounds and perspectives; this is reflected in our work and represented in our people.

Position Summary

The pharmacist is a licensed professional with the ability to review a research protocol and extract pertinent information that would be useful to the patient care pharmacy staff in preparation of investigational drug products.  The individual is able to supervise technician staff, assisting the director and managers in the operational aspects of the department or unit. This individual actively works to ensure optimal delivery of pharmaceutical care and service, particularly in relation to research protocols and investigational drug therapies.  As well as, assisting in performance improvement initiatives, either through direct involvement and membership or by occasionally leading PI team efforts. He/she provides input into and is expected to meet budget, revenue and expense targets. It is expected that the individual who holds this position is able to actively participate with peers, subordinates, and supervisors in constructive problem solving, as well as, to facilitate frequent team building interactions with staff.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Ensures that he or she provides services that are accurate, reliable, courteous and timely.
• Supports the efforts of all care providers to deliver quality care.
• Demonstrates competence appropriate to their role and function in age-specific care.
• Adhere to all professional and regulatory standards.
• Promotes collaboration and teamwork among all members of the healthcare team.
• Effectively communicates/educates all customers to meet organizational goals and customer service expectations.
• Maintains current knowledge, skills and competencies through involvement in professional continuing education activities.
• Fosters involvement in performance improvement activities to promote continuous improvement in care delivery.
• Demonstrates assimilation of core organizational values within own performance.
• Maintains logs and records to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Assumes the duties of the Pharmacy Technician/Intern as needed to maintain efficient quality operation and timely service.

Basic education, experience and skills required for consideration:

• Graduate of ACPE-accredited Pharmacy School or School with ACPE accreditation pending. Experience may substitute for minimum education requirements
• Two years of experience as a pharmacist in a hospital setting

Required Certification/Licensure: 

• Current California Pharmacist License.
• BLS – American Heart Association or obtain within 9 months of hire date.

Preferred education, experience and skills:  

• BS Pharmacy Degree, Pharm D preferred
• 5 years of experience working in an investigational drug service

Additional Information:

• Full-time, day shift
• This position will support the IDS program for 7 Orange County/Long Beach based community practice sites.
• This position is primarily based out of Long Beach, but will require traveling to the other local sites.
• As a condition of employment, City of Hope requires staff to comply with all state and federal vaccination mandates.

City of Hope is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.