Pharmacy Manager, Hematology/Oncology
📍 Location: Boston, MA (Onsite)
🏥 Department: Hematology/Oncology
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: None
💰 Compensation: $160,000 – $180,000 Base Salary
💵 Signing Bonus: Negotiable
Overview
A leading academic medical center is seeking a Pharmacy Manager, Hematology/Oncology to lead and oversee oncology pharmacy operations, clinical programs, staff development, and strategic initiatives.
This leadership role is responsible for managing the Hematology/Oncology pharmacy team while ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant medication management practices. The successful candidate will partner closely with oncology physicians, nursing leadership, and hospital stakeholders to enhance patient care, improve operational performance, and drive departmental growth.
This position offers a unique opportunity to combine clinical expertise, operational leadership, financial stewardship, and team development within a highly respected oncology program.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
Manage daily Hematology/Oncology pharmacy operations.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Develop and maintain pharmacy policies, procedures, and SOPs.
Oversee medication procurement, preparation, storage, and distribution.
Manage high-cost specialty drug utilization, particularly within oncology services.
Support accreditation activities, audits, and regulatory inspections.
Provide on-call leadership support as required.
Leadership & People Management
Lead, mentor, and develop pharmacists, pharmacy liaisons, and support staff.
Manage recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, performance management, and employee development.
Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
Conduct performance reviews and professional development planning.
Serve as a key liaison between pharmacy leadership and interdisciplinary teams.
Financial & Budget Management
Participate in budget planning and financial management activities.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiency.
Manage drug spend and specialty medication budgets.
Support productivity management, workforce planning, and staffing optimization.
Assist with forecasting and financial analysis initiatives.
Clinical Collaboration
Partner with Hematology and Oncology providers to optimize patient outcomes.
Support development and implementation of clinical pharmacy programs.
Participate in therapeutic optimization and medication management initiatives.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care delivery.
Education & Staff Development
Develop and implement training programs for pharmacy staff.
Support and mentor PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy Residents.
Precept pharmacy students and residents.
Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
Quality & Process Improvement
Lead pharmacy quality improvement initiatives.
Support medication safety programs and investigations.
Drive operational excellence and workflow optimization.
Utilize data and metrics to improve performance and patient outcomes.
Required Qualifications
Education
✔ Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD required.
Licensure
✔ Licensed Pharmacist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (required by hire date).
Experience
Candidates must meet one of the following:
✔ PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency + PGY-2 Specialty Residency or HSPAL Residency
OR
✔ PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency + 2 years of relevant experience
OR
✔ 4 years of relevant pharmacy experience
Preferred Qualifications
Clinical Expertise
Hematology/Oncology pharmacy experience.
Specialty pharmacy experience.
Experience managing high-cost specialty medications.
Leadership
Previous pharmacy leadership or supervisory experience.
Experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
Education
Master's Degree
MBA
Additional advanced clinical training
Residency
Accredited oncology pharmacy residency experience highly preferred.
Technical & Operational Skills
Pharmacy Operations
Medication management
Specialty pharmacy operations
Oncology pharmacy workflows
Regulatory compliance
Financial Management
Budget management
Cost containment initiatives
Drug utilization management
Productivity management
Systems & Technology
Experience with healthcare systems such as:
EPIC
Cerner
Meditech
SCM
QS1
Centricity
Strong proficiency with:
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Healthcare analytics and reporting tools
Must-Have Requirements
Education & Licensure
✅ Pharmacy Degree (BS Pharmacy or PharmD)
✅ Massachusetts Pharmacist License (by hire date)
Experience
✅ PGY-1 + PGY-2 Residency
OR
✅ PGY-1 + 2 Years Relevant Experience
OR
✅ 4 Years Relevant Pharmacy Experience
Leadership
✅ Ability to lead pharmacy operations and staff
Clinical Knowledge
✅ Strong understanding of pharmacy operations, medication safety, and patient care
Screening Questions
Have you completed a Pharmacy degree (BS Pharmacy or PharmD)?
Are you currently licensed as a pharmacist in Massachusetts, or can you obtain licensure before your start date?
Which of the following best describes your experience?
PGY-1 + PGY-2 Residency
PGY-1 + 2 Years Experience
4+ Years Relevant Experience
How many years of pharmacy leadership or supervisory experience do you have?
Do you have experience working within Hematology and/or Oncology pharmacy services?
Have you managed specialty medications or high-cost drug utilization programs?
What experience do you have with pharmacy residents, students, or staff development?
Have you participated in budgeting, financial planning, or productivity management?
Which pharmacy information systems have you worked with (EPIC, Cerner, Meditech, etc.)?
What are your current compensation expectations?
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will:
Be a licensed pharmacist with strong oncology pharmacy expertise.
Have experience leading pharmacy teams in a hospital or academic medical center environment.
Possess a strong clinical background in Hematology/Oncology.
Demonstrate excellent leadership, communication, and staff development skills.
Have experience managing specialty medications and high-cost drug programs.
Be comfortable balancing operational, financial, and clinical responsibilities.
Thrive in a collaborative, patient-focused healthcare environment.
Be passionate about quality improvement and advancing pharmacy practice.
Candidate Snapshot
RequirementDetailsPositionPharmacy Manager – Hematology/OncologyLocationBoston, MAWork ArrangementOnsiteEducationBS Pharmacy or PharmDLicenseMassachusetts Pharmacist LicenseExperienceResidency + Experience OR 4+ Years Relevant ExperienceSpecialtyHematology/Oncology PreferredLeadershipPharmacy Team ManagementIndustryHospital / Academic Medical CenterCompensation$160K – $180KSigning BonusNegotiableRelocationNone
What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?
Strong Hematology/Oncology pharmacy expertise.
Ability to lead and develop high-performing pharmacy teams.
Strong financial and operational management capabilities.
Experience collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary care teams.
Passion for medication safety, quality improvement, and patient outcomes.
Ability to balance strategic initiatives with daily operational execution.
Strong communication, mentoring, and stakeholder management skills.
Why This Opportunity?
Leadership Impact
Lead a highly specialized oncology pharmacy team serving a diverse patient population.
Clinical Excellence
Partner directly with leading Hematology and Oncology clinicians to improve patient outcomes.
Professional Growth
Mentor pharmacy residents, develop future leaders, and help shape the future of oncology pharmacy services.
Mission-Driven Organization
Join an organization dedicated to delivering exceptional care to every patient while improving the health of the broader community.