A home infusion clinical pharmacist plays a critical role in preparing, dispensing, and monitoring complex intravenous (IV) and subcutaneous medications for patients receiving care at home. This position serves as the central hub of a multidisciplinary team, managing sterile compounding, adjusting medication doses, and providing essential education to patients and their caregivers.
Location: Cicero, NY
Job Type: Direct Hire
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare specialty pharmaceuticals and IV solutions in a sterile, ventilated environment adhering to all state and federal regulations.
- Monitor clinical parameters, assess lab values, calculate pharmacokinetic dosing (e.g., vancomycin), and adjust Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) therapies.
- Provide comprehensive patient counseling on specialty medications and treatment protocols.
- Educate patients and caregivers on infusion pump use, sterile techniques, and catheter maintenance in the home setting.
- Collaborate closely with prescribing physicians, home health nurses, and various internal teams—including intake, referral services, reimbursement, nursing, clinical services, and pharmacy operations—to ensure seamless therapy management and reduce hospital readmissions.
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory standards such as State Board of Pharmacy, HIPAA, FDA, DEA, Medicare, ACHC, URAC, and OSHA.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including refrigerated products, and coordinate the safe and timely packaging and shipping of medications and supplies to patients’ homes.
Qualifications:
- Current and valid NY pharmacist license in good standing.
- Minimum of 2 years infusion specialty pharmacy experience required.
- Experience with IVIg is a strong plus.
- Working knowledge of specialty therapy payer requirements, reimbursement processes, and contract obligations.
- Familiarity with CareTend system preferred.
This direct hire opportunity offers a chance to apply your expertise in a vital area of pharmacy care, enhancing patient outcomes within home infusion services. Candidates ready to contribute their clinical skills and compassionate approach are encouraged to apply today.
Compensation for this position ranges from $60.00 to $70.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- Competitive Salary
- Weekly Paycheck
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Extensive Medical Coverage
- Licensing Assistance
- Custom Housing
- Travel Assistance
- Professional Development Reimbursement