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Oncology Specialist roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's physician and medical professional categories. Canadian citizens can present their documentation directly at the port of entry with no filing fees or lottery risk. Mexican nationals apply through a U.S. consulate. Employers prepare a support letter outlining the role and qualifications to facilitate the TN visa process.
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As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
Clinical pharmacists implement medication therapy for patients and monitor care, ensuring safe, effective, and cost-efficient treatment. This includes the preparation of medications, participating in the drug distribution process, monitoring drug therapy, providing drug information to patients and providers, providing clinical pharmacy services, solving medication related problems for individual patients as well as in the medication use process. Clinical pharmacists must work effectively as a team member, communicate clearly, assertively, and professionally, to all pharmacy patients, their families, and staff members, providing superior customer service when interacting with patients, visitors, family members, staff, co-workers, and vendors. Clinical pharmacists must be willing to work with trainees in the department (e.g., students, interns, residents or new staff).
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Responsible for the medication use process of preparing and dispensing medications following medication use policy and all laws, regulations, and standards applicable to pharmacy practice. Solves problems in the medication use process for patients and the organization.
- Assesses appropriate drug information and literature resources, and provides effective information to varied audiences including patients, other health care professions, and peers.
- Identifies and engages in organizational and department quality improvement activities to improve patient care, medication use process, and pharmacy operations.
- May supervise daily workflow to accomplish daily tasks allotted to the pharmacist and those who report to him or her (e.g., technicians, residents, students, or interns).
- Educates and trains residents, students, interns, colleagues and other health care professionals as well as supervises technicians, residents, interns, or trainees in their job tasks.
- May perform the responsibilities of a pharmacist-in-charge, or license holder according to Federal, State of Utah, or other relevant states, or laws and regulations. This includes meeting all of the regulatory and compliance issues for the assigned registered pharmacy.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
- Ability and willingness to train department trainees (e.g., students, residents, new staff).
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
Qualifications
Required
- Advanced degree (PharmD or MS) or equivalent clinical practice experience.
- Demonstrated effective communication and computer literacy skills.
- Additional qualifications may be required depending on area the pharmacist is primarily assigned to work. Examples of additional qualifications could include basic or advanced life-support training, residency training, or certifications.
Licenses Required
- Current licensure to dispense controlled substances in the State of Utah.
- One of the following:
- Current time-limited license to practice as a Pharmacist in the State of Utah. The time-limited license is issued in cases of State Emergencies and are valid only during the time frame indicated.
- Current Pharmacist license in the State of Utah.
Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Qualifications (Preferred)
Preferred
- PGY2 residency training in hematology/oncology.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
This position involves light work that may exert up to 20 pounds and may consistently require light work involving lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects. This position involves standing for extended periods of time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Color Determination, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking.
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination.
Online reports may be submitted at eoe.utah.edu.
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 83229
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Variable
Work Schedule Monday through Friday with rotating weekends
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Clinical
Location Name Huntsman Cancer Hospital
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department HCH ANC 60P Pharmacy Spec Svcs
Category Pharmacy
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
Overview
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
Clinical pharmacists implement medication therapy for patients and monitor care, ensuring safe, effective, and cost-efficient treatment. This includes the preparation of medications, participating in the drug distribution process, monitoring drug therapy, providing drug information to patients and providers, providing clinical pharmacy services, solving medication related problems for individual patients as well as in the medication use process. Clinical pharmacists must work effectively as a team member, communicate clearly, assertively, and professionally, to all pharmacy patients, their families, and staff members, providing superior customer service when interacting with patients, visitors, family members, staff, co-workers, and vendors. Clinical pharmacists must be willing to work with trainees in the department (e.g., students, interns, residents or new staff).
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Responsible for the medication use process of preparing and dispensing medications following medication use policy and all laws, regulations, and standards applicable to pharmacy practice. Solves problems in the medication use process for patients and the organization.
- Assesses appropriate drug information and literature resources, and provides effective information to varied audiences including patients, other health care professions, and peers.
- Identifies and engages in organizational and department quality improvement activities to improve patient care, medication use process, and pharmacy operations.
- May supervise daily workflow to accomplish daily tasks allotted to the pharmacist and those who report to him or her (e.g., technicians, residents, students, or interns).
- Educates and trains residents, students, interns, colleagues and other health care professionals as well as supervises technicians, residents, interns, or trainees in their job tasks.
- May perform the responsibilities of a pharmacist-in-charge, or license holder according to Federal, State of Utah, or other relevant states, or laws and regulations. This includes meeting all of the regulatory and compliance issues for the assigned registered pharmacy.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
- Ability and willingness to train department trainees (e.g., students, residents, new staff).
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
Qualifications
Required
- Advanced degree (PharmD or MS) or equivalent clinical practice experience.
- Demonstrated effective communication and computer literacy skills.
- Additional qualifications may be required depending on area the pharmacist is primarily assigned to work. Examples of additional qualifications could include basic or advanced life-support training, residency training, or certifications.
Licenses Required
- Current licensure to dispense controlled substances in the State of Utah.
- One of the following:
- Current time-limited license to practice as a Pharmacist in the State of Utah. The time-limited license is issued in cases of State Emergencies and are valid only during the time frame indicated.
- Current Pharmacist license in the State of Utah.
Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Qualifications (Preferred)
Preferred
- PGY2 residency training in hematology/oncology.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
This position involves light work that may exert up to 20 pounds and may consistently require light work involving lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects. This position involves standing for extended periods of time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Color Determination, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking.
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination.
Online reports may be submitted at eoe.utah.edu.
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 83229
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Variable
Work Schedule Monday through Friday with rotating weekends
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Clinical
Location Name Huntsman Cancer Hospital
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department HCH ANC 60P Pharmacy Spec Svcs
Category Pharmacy
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
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Verify your credentials meet TN standards
TN visa classification for oncology roles requires a medical degree recognized in the U.S. Have your foreign credentials evaluated by a NACES-accredited body before applying. Gaps between your home country's degree nomenclature and U.S. equivalents can delay sponsorship.
Target cancer centers with visa sponsorship experience
Academic medical centers and NCI-designated cancer centers have experience sponsoring work visas for specialist physicians. These employers already understand visa sponsorship requirements and timelines, making the process faster and more predictable for you. For Canadian applicants, your employer writes a support letter that you present directly at a U.S. port of entry. For Mexican applicants, your employer provides a support letter that accompanies your application at a U.S. consulate.
Distinguish your oncology subspecialty in applications
Radiation, medical, and surgical oncology map to different occupational classifications that USCIS reviews during TN adjudication. Clarifying your subspecialty upfront ensures your role aligns with the correct TN category, which prevents delays when you present your case at the port of entry or consulate.
Search TN-ready oncology roles through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter oncology positions by employers with recent visa filing experience. This removes the guesswork of identifying which cancer programs are genuinely prepared to sponsor work visas and have demonstrated experience with international hiring processes.
Request the employer support letter before your border crossing
Canadian professionals entering at a port of entry need a detailed employer support letter confirming your oncology role, degree requirement, and TN classification. Without it, CBP officers cannot adjudicate your TN on the spot, even with all other documents in hand.
Prepare for consulate-specific documentation requirements if Mexican
Mexican nationals applying at U.S. consulates face additional document review beyond the support letter, including DS-160 completion and appointment scheduling. Build at least six to eight weeks into your timeline before your intended U.S. start date.
Oncology Specialist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Oncology Specialist role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes. Oncology Specialists qualify under the TN visa's physician category, provided the role requires a medical degree and involves direct patient care or clinical research. The position must meet the specialty occupation standard, and your employer must document why the role requires your specific oncology training and credentials.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for oncology professionals?
TN sponsorship is available year-round with no lottery and no annual cap for Canadians. H-1B visa slots are limited to 85,000 per fiscal year and require registration in a random lottery each spring. For oncology specialists who are Canadian or Mexican citizens, TN is a more reliable pathway that doesn't depend on lottery selection.
What documentation does my employer need to provide for TN sponsorship?
Your employer must prepare a support letter confirming the oncology role, the specific duties, the degree required, your qualifications, and the TN classification being requested. Canadian applicants present this support letter directly at the port of entry. For Mexican applicants, the support letter is submitted as part of the consular application process. No prevailing wage determination or government labor certification is required for TN status.
How can I find oncology employers who are prepared to sponsor TN visas?
Migrate Mate lets you search oncology roles specifically filtered by employers with recent visa filings, which means you're applying to companies experienced with the sponsorship process. This is more efficient than applying broadly and discovering after an offer that the employer isn't familiar with work visa requirements.
Can I switch oncology employers while on TN status?
Yes, but you cannot work for the new employer until a new TN is approved. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry for a new TN with documentation from the incoming employer. Mexican nationals must schedule a new consulate appointment. There is no portability provision under TN the way there is under H-1B.