5-7 years of pharmacy experience, including management roles.
Active California Registered Pharmacist License is mandatory.
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree required.
Strong knowledge of pharmacy laws and regulations at state and federal levels.
Proficient in Microsoft Office for efficient reporting and documentation.
Exceptional customer service and communication skills necessary.
Ability to manage complex projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
Responsibilities
Manage clinical functions of the IV department to ensure excellent patient care.
Provide direct support to Home Infusion Pharmacists as needed for patient outcomes.
Review medication orders for clinical appropriateness and safety.
Conduct patient assessments and develop Care Plans.
Quickly resolve patient concerns and complaints efficiently.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and payer regulations.
Train and evaluate Pharmacists to maintain departmental competencies.
Benefits
Health insurance options including medical, dental, and vision.
Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
Ongoing education and training opportunities.
Support for professional development and licensure maintenance.
Work-life balance initiatives and flexible scheduling.
Full Job Description
Job Summary
The Home Infusion Pharmacist is responsible for the clinical management and oversight of parenteral nutrition and other infusion therapies provided in the home setting. This role emphasizes patient assessment, prescribing recommendations, therapy optimization and interdisciplinary collaboration. The pharmacist serves as a clinical resource to providers, patients, and internal teams, ensuring safe, effective, and evidence-based therapy while supporting quality assurance and continuous performance improvement initiatives.
Clinical Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to determine appropriateness for home infusion therapy, including review of medical records, laboratory values, nutritional status, and overall clinical condition.
Review and evaluate prescription orders for clinical appropriateness, accuracy, completeness, and safety.
Recommend, initiate, and adjust TPN formulations based on patient-specific clinical needs, laboratory trends, and established practice guidelines.
Communicate with prescribers, dietitians, and nursing staff to clarify orders, recommend therapy modifications, and support ongoing clinical decision-making.
Ensure all prescriptions meet legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards prior to dispensing.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient profiles within the pharmacy system, including diagnoses, lab data, allergies, therapy history, and clinical interventions.
Provide support with sterile compounding activities, including review of compounding records and product verification while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and documentation requirements.
Patient Care & Education
Provide patient and caregiver education regarding TPN therapy, including administration expectations, potential adverse effects, monitoring parameters, and adherence to the treatment care plan.
Serve as a clinical point of contact for patient-related concerns, including assessment of reported side effects, line-related issues, or therapy complications.
Support timely clinical intervention in emergent or urgent situations such as adverse drug reactions, suspected infections, or therapy intolerance, escalating as appropriate.
Interdisciplinary & Care Coordination
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, dietitians, discharge planners, and case managers to facilitate smooth transitions of care from inpatient or outpatient settings to home infusion therapy.
Partner with the billing and reimbursement team to verify insurance coverage requirements, support prior authorization needs, and explore clinically appropriate alternatives when coverage limitations exist.
Operational, Regulatory & Oversight Responsibilities Maintain knowledge of and comply to USP , state board of pharmacy, and federal regulations as they relate to clinical practice and patient safety.
Assist with pharmaceutical recalls, medication safety reviews, incident and clinical intervention assessments as needed.
Participate in surveys and inspections conducted by authorized regulatory and accreditation agencies, representing clinical pharmacy services.
Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement
Document medication errors, adverse events, and near misses for Quality Assurance review.
Report incidents to appropriate management in accordance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. Actively participate in the company's Performance Improvement Program, contributing clinical expertise to process improvement and risk mitigation initiatives.
Professional Responsibilities
Maintain active pharmacist licensure and complete continuing education aligned with clinical practice, TPN therapy, and regulatory requirements.
Assume on-call responsibilities as required to support patient care continuity.
Oversee pharmacy staff as assigned
Additional duties and responsibilities in different areas of the department on an as-need basis or determined by management
Foster a culture of accountability, integrity, collaboration, and service excellence.
Required Qualifications
PharmD or B.S. Pharmacy
At least two years of related home infusion experience, specifically in managing TPN patients required
Unrestricted active CA Pharmacist license
Strong knowledge of aseptic technique and compounding practices
Knowledge of home infusion therapy equipment and procedures
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong supervisory and leadership skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
