Pharmacist - New York, NY

A research hospital is seeking a pharmacist with specialized experience in compounding IV medications and working in a cleanroom setting for a full-time contract position. This role offers a six-week assignment focused on supporting clinical research and standard of care treatments within a multidisciplinary environment adhering to rigorous regulatory standards.

Location:

• New York, NY (Research Hospital)

Schedule:

• Full Time: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Part Time: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare sterile and non-sterile medications by reviewing and interpreting physician orders, ensuring safety and compatibility.
• Compound, dispense, package, and label pharmaceutical products accurately for both research protocols and patient care.
• Monitor drug therapies, identify therapeutic incompatibilities, and recommend interventions as needed.
• Oversee pharmacy operations including directing technicians’ workflow, verifying medication preparation, labeling, and order processing.
• Provide pharmacological support and counseling to healthcare professionals and researchers.
• Participate in clinical research meetings to enhance staff pharmacology knowledge.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal drug laws including NYSBP, DEA, FDA, NIH, and other regulatory agencies.
• Maintain aseptic techniques within the sterile product preparation area and manage investigational drug inventories.
• Keep pharmacy environment safe and clean in accordance with procedural guidelines.

Qualifications and Experience:

• NY Pharmacist license in good standing required.
• Minimum of 2 years hospital pharmacy experience with significant sterile compounding and investigational drug exposure.
• Certification in sterile/non-sterile product preparation (BCSCP) preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Proficient with hospital electronic health records (Cerner, EPIC) and controlled substance inventory systems.
• Experience with automated drug dispensing machines and controlled drug dispensing.
• Ability to independently interpret clinical trial protocols and accurately dispense investigational medication.
• Strong record-keeping skills and ability to write drug dispensing procedures.
• Prior experience in research pharmacy environments is advantageous.

This full-time contract opportunity provides a dynamic setting to apply specialized pharmacy skills supporting research and patient care. Qualified candidates with strong sterile compounding and cleanroom experience are encouraged to apply for this rewarding role.

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.