A clinical infusion pharmacist position is available for a direct hire opportunity within a dynamic Syracuse, NY operation. This role is essential in preparing, dispensing, and overseeing complex intravenous (IV) and subcutaneous medications tailored for home infusion therapy patients. The pharmacist serves as a key member of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring optimal care through expert sterile compounding, clinical monitoring, and patient education.
Schedule/Hours:
- Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
- Participate in an on-call rotation
Responsibilities:
- Prepare specialty pharmaceuticals and IV solutions in sterile environments in strict compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Assess laboratory values and calculate pharmacokinetic dosing, including for medications like vancomycin.
- Monitor Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) therapy and adjust treatments accordingly.
- Provide thorough counseling to patients and caregivers on specialty medications and home infusion techniques.
- Educate patients and caregivers on the use of infusion pumps, sterile techniques, and catheter care.
- Collaborate closely with physicians, home health nurses, and various internal teams to coordinate care and reduce hospital readmissions.
- Maintain compliance with regulatory standards including State Board of Pharmacy, HIPAA, FDA, DEA, Medicare, ACHC, URAC, and OSHA.
- Oversee pharmacy inventory management including refrigerated products and organize safe shipment of medications to patients’ homes.
Qualifications / Desired Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years of infusion specialty pharmacy experience
- IVIg experience is an advantage
- In-depth knowledge of specialty therapy payer requirements, reimbursement processes, and contract stipulations
- Proficiency with CareTend system preferred
- Current and good-standing Pharmacist license in New York State
This opportunity is ideal for a clinical pharmacist who thrives in patient-centered home infusion settings and is committed to regulatory compliance and coordinated care. Candidates ready to contribute their expertise and grow in a leading healthcare environment are encouraged to apply today.
Compensation for this position ranges from $55.00 to $67.00. 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