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# Clinical Pharmacy Specialist (Hematology/Oncology) at Shields Health Solutions

- **Company:** Shields Health Solutions
- **Location:** Baton Rouge, LA
- **Posted:** 2026-10-05
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-16
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/shieldshealthsolutions/jobs/8008196003

## Job 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:

-

- 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.

California residents employed by or applying for work at Shields have certain privacy rights. Please review our: [California Workforce Privacy Notice](https://www.shieldshealthsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/CPRA-Notice-Shields-Website-January-1-2023.pdf) and [Privacy Policy.](https://www.shieldshealthsolutions.com/privacy-policy/)

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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.

Shields Health Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Shields Health Solutions is committed to providing an inclusive hiring experience; if you need assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process, please email talentacquisition@shieldsrx.com.

## About Shields Health Solutions

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Shields Health Solutions is the nation’s first integrator of specialty pharmacies into health systems, helping hospitals and clinics manage complex medications and improve patient outcomes.
- **Entity Type**: Private (funding stage not disclosed)
- **Headquarters**: Not explicitly stated in search results; likely based in the United States (Quincy, MA, per external sources, but not confirmed in the provided data)
- **Founded**: 2012
- **Founders**: Jack Shields

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Healthcare (specialty pharmacy integration, health system partnerships)
- Target customers: B2B – health systems (hospitals, clinics, academic medical centers) and drug manufacturers
- Mission: Break down barriers between patients and the specialty medications they critically need; elevate what specialty pharmacy can do for health systems.

## Products & Services
- **TelemetryRx®**: A purpose-built technology platform that identifies eligible specialty patients, provides customized data reporting, and standardizes specialty pharmacy operations across a health system.
- **Integrated Clinical Services**: Trained, certified clinical pharmacists and technicians embedded in health systems to help patients navigate treatment, manage medication adherence, and reduce administrative burden.
- **Payer & Drug Access Solutions**: Trade relations experts secure access to 90%+ of limited distribution drugs and specialty medications; payer teams expand network access 3x; financial support teams ensure affordable care for patients.
- **Patient Support Center**: Prior authorization and financial assistance services to help patients obtain and afford their medications.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available
- **Key Metric**: More than 80 health system partners across 47 states, covering over 1,000 hospitals and clinics; ~50 specialty and rare disease states managed
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not disclosed in provided materials; partner health systems include leading academic medical centers and community hospitals
- **Growth Signals**: Expanded network to 80+ health systems; consistently named a Great Place to Work for 5+ years; ranked among Fortune’s Top 100 Workplaces, Best Workplaces in Healthcare™, and Becker’s Healthcare Top 150 Places to Work

## Competitive Advantages
- First-mover advantage as the first company to integrate specialty pharmacy directly into health systems
- Proprietary TelemetryRx® platform that unifies data and workflows across diverse hospital settings
- Deep payer and manufacturer relationships enabling access to 90%+ of limited distribution drugs and 3x network expansion
- High-touch, data-powered clinical model that lowers total cost of care while improving patient outcomes

## Strategic Focus
- Continue expanding health system partnerships nationwide
- Innovate new care models and patient engagement tools (e.g., refill management, oncology clinical pharmacy services)
- Enhance technology platform to deliver real-time data and analytics for specialty pharmacy operations
- Maintain a patient-first, compassionate culture while scaling the team

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Voted a Great Place to Work for five consecutive years; emphasis on kindness, inclusion, and intentional acts of care. Employee Resource Groups support diversity and belonging.
- **Benefits**: Competitive medical/dental/vision insurance with no waiting period, 401k matching, 4 weeks PTO plus 8 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays, paid parental leave, paid mental health & wellness coaching, short/long-term disability and life insurance.
- **Career Growth**: Entrepreneurial environment where employees can chart their own path; PGY1 Community-Based Pharmacy Residency program; opportunities across clinical, operational, and tech roles.
- **Work Policy**: Mixed – both on-site and remote roles available (e.g., Remote positions for Pharmacy Liaison, Benefit Eligibility Specialist, etc.)
- **Recruitment Integrity**: Official communications only from shieldsrx.com domains or text; no payment or sensitive info requested before offer; all applicants must apply formally.

## Sources
1. [shieldshealthsolutions.com](https://shieldshealthsolutions.com/)
2. [About Us – Shields Health Solutions](https://shieldshealthsolutions.com/about/)
3. [Our Culture – Shields Health Solutions](https://shieldshealthsolutions.com/about/our-culture/)
4. [Jobs at Shields Health Solutions (Greenhouse)](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/shieldshealthsolutions)

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