This role offers the opportunity to support patients by preparing, dispensing, and monitoring complex intravenous (IV) and subcutaneous medications in a home infusion setting. Acting as a clinical expert, you will oversee sterile compounding, adjust medication doses based on laboratory results, and provide essential education to patients and caregivers. This position is contracted for 8-12 weeks with an immediate start and requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless therapy management.
Location:
- Pearland, TX (Houston metro area)
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- May require participation in on-call rotation
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare specialty pharmaceuticals and IV solutions in compliance with all state and federal regulations within a sterile environment
- Monitor lab values, calculate pharmacokinetic dosing (e.g., vancomycin), and adjust Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) treatments accordingly
- Provide comprehensive counseling and education to patients and caregivers on medication use, infusion pump operation, sterile techniques, and catheter maintenance
- Collaborate with physicians, home health nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient therapy and reduce hospital readmissions
- Maintain compliance with regulatory standards including State Board of Pharmacy, HIPAA, FDA, DEA, ACHC, URAC, and OSHA guidelines
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including refrigerated products, and ensure safe, timely shipment of medications to patient homes
Desired Experience and Qualifications:
- 1-3 years of infusion specialty pharmacy or hospital pharmacy experience, particularly within an IV room
- IVIg experience is a plus
- Familiarity with specialty therapy payer requirements, reimbursement processes, and contracting obligations
- Current and active Texas pharmacist license in good standing
- Experience with CareTend or similar pharmacy management systems
This contract position offers a rewarding chance to make a significant impact on patient care in the home infusion arena. Candidates ready to advance their clinical skills in a dynamic setting are encouraged to apply.
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