Pharmacist in Brooklyn, NY

A research hospital in New York is seeking a skilled pharmacist for a full-time maternity leave assignment. This six-week contract role offers the opportunity to work in an academic environment, focusing on the preparation and dispensing of investigational and standard-of-care medications with a strong emphasis on IV and cleanroom processes.

Location: New York, NY
Schedule:

• Full Time: 8:30am – 5:00pm
• Part Time: 8:30am – 1:00pm

Responsibilities:

• Safely prepare medications by reviewing and interpreting physician orders, ensuring therapeutic compatibility
• Compound, dispense, package, and label pharmaceutical products including investigational drug products
• Monitor drug therapies and advise interventions as necessary
• Supervise pharmacy technicians and oversee order entry, charges, and inspections
• Provide pharmacological information to healthcare professionals and researchers
• Participate in clinical research meetings to enhance staff knowledge
• Ensure compliance with all relevant state and federal regulations (NYSBP, TJC, NYDOH, DEA, FDA, NIH)
• Maintain aseptic techniques and sterile product preparation areas
• Manage controlled substances records, inventory, and environmental monitoring such as refrigerator/freezer temperatures
• Maintain accurate pharmacy records, develop dispensing procedures, and troubleshoot EHR pharmacy modules

Qualifications:

• Valid NYS Pharmacist license in good standing
• Minimum 2 years hospital pharmacy experience, preferably involving investigational drug products and sterile compounding
• Experience preparing IV medications and working in a cleanroom
• Proficiency with hospital EHR systems (Cerner, EPIC, or similar) and automated drug dispensing machines
• Ability to independently interpret clinical trial protocols and dispense drugs accordingly
• Strong organizational skills to maintain ongoing documentation and records
• Certification in sterile and non-sterile product preparation (BCSCP) preferred or willingness to obtain

This contract to cover maternity leave offers a unique chance to contribute to pioneering medical research in a supportive, regulated environment. Qualified pharmacists who meet the above criteria are encouraged to apply promptly to be considered for this valuable opportunity.

Compensation for this position ranges from $55.00 to $78.00. 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.