Cottage Health has been a leader in Santa Barbara County for many years. As a non-profit healthcare system we are dedicated to the well-being of our community and beyond. Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital is a 519 bed, not for profit teaching hospital, level one trauma center, and is the flagship hospital of Cottage Health.
We are a training site for medical, surgical, radiology and pharmacy residents as well as doctor of pharmacy students. Scheduling is geared to provide a comfortable work/life balance. We have a decentralized clinical program and our health system is committed to maintaining state-of-the-art pharmaceutical services. New hires receive a four to six-week intensive clinical pharmacy orientation and training program.
Currently we have a need for a full-time Pharmacist Specialist in oncology services. The specialist delivers pharmaceutical care through the provision of patient-centered clinical services, medication information, education that ensures safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy. Exercises sound judgment and developed clinical skills to provide input to and implement the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication.
Minimum qualifications include a valid California Pharmacist License and completion of PGY2 or fellowship in oncology, completion of PGY1 plus 3 years of experience as a clinical specialist in oncology, or 5 years of experience as a clinical specialist in oncology. Board certification in oncology and Doctor of Pharmacy degree preferred. Applicant must demonstrate competency or experience in oncology.
We offer competitive salaries and a very comprehensive benefits package which includes relocation assistance and rental assistance. We enjoy outstanding relationships with our nursing and physician colleagues. Our upbeat atmosphere fosters learning, improvements in patient safety and outstanding pharmaceutical care.
About UsSkills Required
- Valid California Pharmacist License
- Completion of PGY2 or fellowship in oncology, or completion of PGY1 plus 3 years clinical experience in oncology, or 5 years clinical experience in oncology
- Board certification in oncology
Cottage Health Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cottage Health and has not been reviewed or approved by Cottage Health.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive for the area and often described as fair or among the best locally. Noted examples of meaningful raises over time reinforce the perception of market-aligned compensation.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as very good, with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision alongside robust mental health resources. Wellness supports like an EAP, onsite fitness/yoga, and incentives enhance overall value.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Distinctive programs such as substantial down‑payment assistance, workforce‑affordable housing, wellness dollars, and onsite childcare broaden total rewards beyond core insurance. These offerings are positioned to help offset local cost pressures and support daily life.
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What We Do
Mission Statement: To provide superior health care for and improve the health of our communities through a commitment to our core values of excellence, integrity, and compassion. Founded in 1888, the not-for-profit Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital has been serving the community for more than 125 years. Cottage Health, formed in 1996 as the not-for-profit parent organization of Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and its affiliated Cottage Children’s Medical Center, Cottage Rehabilitation Hospital, Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital, and Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital, is guided by a volunteer board of directors from the greater Santa Barbara community and provides the residents of the Central and South Coast with exemplary health care, continuous improvements in medical practice, and a commitment to our communities.
