Pharmacist-PRN
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Job Description
PRN Pharmacist Opportunity Home Infusion Care!
Are you a licensed Pharmacist looking for a flexible PRN role in home infusion care Join our team at University of Iowa Community HomeCare and play a vital role in delivering highquality patientcentered pharmacy services. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with healthcare professionals optimize medication therapy and provide essential education to patients and caregivers. If you have experience in sterile compounding or clinical pharmacy services and are passionate about home infusion care we encourage you to apply today!
Position Summary
The Pharmacist provides comprehensive clinical pharmacy services to home infusion patients at University of Iowa Community HomeCare ensuring compliance with all applicable laws regulations and accreditation standards. This role is responsible for managing controlled substances developing and implementing individualized care plans monitoring and optimizing medication therapy reviewing laboratory results and collaborating with healthcare providers to ensure safe and effective treatment. The Pharmacist also plays a critical role in educating patients and caregivers documenting clinical activities monitoring adverse drug reactions and maintaining seamless coordination of home infusion therapy. Additionally the Pharmacist serves as a mentor and leader coaching Pharmacy Technicians Interns and other staff to foster a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
Position Responsibilities
- Accurately enter home infusion orders into the electronic health records (EHR) system ensuring appropriate drug selection dosage administration route and compatibility based on drug stability patient needs and clinical best practices.
- Review verify and approve compounded and prepared sterile infusion products for accuracy sterility compliance with USP <797> guidelines and adherence to safety protocols before dispensing.
- Oversee and manage controlled substances ensuring strict compliance with DEA regulations inventory tracking and proper storage.
- Maintain oversight of inventory management including monitoring stock levels placing timely orders for medications and infusion supplies and ensuring proper handling and storage conditions.
- Communicate and collaborate with the IV Admixture staff to ensure appropriate preparation and delivery of home infusion products including afterhours coordination as needed.
- Provide direct patient and caregiver education regarding medication administration potential side effects and adherence to therapy plans.
- Review and analyze patient laboratory results clinical data and medication responses following up with prescribers and healthcare providers to make therapy recommendations.
- Serve as a resource and mentor for pharmacy technicians interns and other staff providing training and guidance on home infusion processes compounding techniques and regulatory compliance.
- Assist in the development and of weekly compounding schedules to ensure efficiency in production planning and workflow optimization.
- Monitor and report adverse drug reactions medication errors and drugdrug interactions ensuring appropriate documentation and corrective action when needed.
- Provide backup coverage for pharmacist colleagues ensuring uninterrupted patient care during absences. Support the onboarding and training of new staff by providing guidance on home infusion processes protocols and best practices to ensure a smooth transition into the role.
Education and Experience Requirements
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy and three years of applicable experience are required.
- Current licensure by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy Examiners is required.
Desired Qualifications and Experience
- Prior experience in home infusion pharmacy sterile compounding or clinical pharmacy services in an inpatient or outpatient setting.
- Certification or advanced training in sterile compounding (e.g. BPS USP <797>/<800> compliance training.
Required Skills and Abilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to educate patients caregivers and healthcare professionals effectively.
- High attention to detail and accuracy in medication verification compounding and documentation.
- Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams including physicians nurses and home health providers.
- Proficiency in pharmacy management software electronic health records (EHR) and regulatory documentation systems.
- Commitment to patientcentered care and service excellence in a home infusion setting.
Physical Requirements
These physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Work primarily in a cleanroom and/or pharmacy environment adhering to USP <797> and <800> standards for sterile compounding.
- Use IV hoods laminar airflow workbenches automated dispensing cabinets and infusion pumps as part of medication preparation and verification.
- Lift up to 15 pounds at a time.
Additional Eligibility Requirements
- Successful completion of background and reference checks.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Expected Work Hours and Location
Generally 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with occasional nights and weekends. Days and hours are subject to change with notice. This job description is a summary of the primary duties of the position but may not be all inclusive.
UIHV is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race creed color religion national origin age sex pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions) disability genetic information status as a U.S. veteran service in the U.S. military sexual orientation gender identity or associated preferences.
Persons who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact UIHV ator email
Successful candidates will be required to selfdisclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.
Employment Type
Gig
