Inova Health Systems

Compounding Clinical Pharmacist

Inova Health Systems$110K — $130K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or bachelor's degree in pharmacy
  • Licensed Pharmacist in the state of Virginia
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire
  • One year of experience in compounding and/or as a Clinical Pharmacist

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and compound customized medications as per physician prescriptions
  • Select, measure, and mix pharmaceutical ingredients using specialized equipment
  • Maintain quality control by adhering to USP guidelines and regulations
  • Document all compounding activities in compliance with pharmacy regulations
  • Verify and interpret medication orders as needed
  • Provide clinical consultation and suggest cost-effective alternatives
  • Monitor drug therapies for interactions and appropriateness

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage along with a wellness program
  • Retirement plan with a 5% match starting from day one
  • Tuition assistance up to $5,250 annually and $10,000 for student loans
  • Mental health support with 25 free therapy sessions per year for team members and families
  • Flexible work schedules, paid parental leave, and remote work options
Full Job Description
Job Description

Inova Compounding Pharmacy is seeking a dedicated Clinical Infusion Pharmacist -to join the team. This role will be full-time day shift (Monday - Friday) weekend as needed.

As our Compounding Pharmacist, you'll be at the heart of creating customized medications that make a real difference in patients' lives. Your work will combine precision, science, and compassion to deliver safe, effective, and personalized treatments.

Featured Benefits:
  • Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
  • Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day.
  • Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
  • Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
  • Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and remote and hybrid career opportunities.

Clinical Pharmacist Job Responsibilities:
  • Prepare and compound customized medications - including creams, capsules, suspensions, and sterile preparations - according to physician prescriptions and established formulas.
  • Select, measure, and mix pharmaceutical ingredients using specialized equipment such as balances, ointment mills, and encapsulation machines.
  • Maintain strict quality control by following USP and guidelines, ensuring all compounded products meet regulatory and safety standards.
  • Document all compounding activities accurately in compliance with state board of pharmacy requirements and company SOPs.
  • Interprets, prepares, and verifies medication orders as appropriate.
  • Provides clinical consultation and cost-effective alternatives.
  • Issues controlled substances in compliance according to the DEA and VA Board of Pharmacy requirements.
  • Participates in the medication formulary review and approval process.
  • Monitors drug therapies for interactions, allergies, and appropriateness.
  • Reports adverse drug reactions promptly and accurately.
  • Minimizes non-formulary procurement and supports substitutions.
  • Supervises pharmacy support staff.
  • Participates in continuous quality improvement.
  • May perform additional duties as assigned, including, but not limited to:
    • Participating in decentralized rounding with clinical teams.
    • Responding to emergent bedside alerts and codes (adult and pediatric as designated).
    • Precepting learners as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or bachelor's degree in pharmacy.
  • Licensed Pharmacist in the state of VA.
  • Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire.
  • Experience: One (1) year experience in compounding and or specialty as a Clinical Pharmacist.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience: One (1) year experience in compounding and or specialty as a Clinical Pharmacist.


About Inova Health Systems

Inova Health Systems is a non-profit healthcare organization that provides medical services to patients in Virginia and the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The organization was founded in 1956 and is headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia. Inova Health Systems operates several hospitals and medical centers, as well as a network of primary care and specialty clinics. The organization is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and is recognized for its expertise in areas such as cancer care, heart and vascular care, and women's health.
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