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Job description
The PRN Pharmacist is responsible for providing safe, accurate, and clinically appropriate pharmacy services to patients receiving infusion and specialty therapy. This position works collaboratively with nurses, providers, and other members of the healthcare team to ensure optimal medication therapy, appropriate monitoring, and safe transitions from hospital or clinic to home.
Key Responsibilities
Potential responsibilities include:
Review and verify home infusion medication orders for accuracy, appropriateness, and safety
Assess patient-specific medication regimens, including dose, route, frequency, duration, renal/hepatic function, allergies, and drug interactions
Monitor and manage pharmacokinetic dosing , particularly vancomycin and aminoglycosides
Review laboratory results and make appropriate recommendations regarding medication therapy
Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
Provide clinical recommendations related to antimicrobial therapy and other infusion medications
Ensure compliance with applicable pharmacy, state, federal, and accreditation requirements
Provide education to patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals when appropriate
Review and oversee the preparation of compounded sterile preparations in accordance with established procedures
Maintain accurate and timely pharmacy documentation
Communicate with home infusion nurses and doctors offices regarding medication changes, laboratory monitoring, adverse effects, and patient-specific concerns
Assist with after-hours or urgent clinical pharmacy needs as part of the PRN team (Taking Call/Being On-Call)
Maintain current knowledge of home infusion therapies, antimicrobial stewardship, and relevant clinical guidelines
PRN-Specific
Flexible scheduling based on pharmacy needs and pharmacist availability
Ideal for pharmacists seeking occasional clinical practice outside of a traditional hospital setting
Opportunity to maintain and expand clinical skills
Exposure to complex medication regimens and specialty infusion therapies
Potential opportunities for additional shifts based on staffing needs
Qualifications
Required:
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or equivalent pharmacy degree
Active pharmacist license in the applicable state
Strong clinical assessment and medication-management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety
Preferred:
Previous home infusion, hospital, ambulatory care, specialty pharmacy, or sterile compounding experience
PGY-1 residency or equivalent clinical experience
Experience with pharmacokinetics and therapeutic drug monitoring
Experience with antimicrobial therapy
Experience with USP sterile compounding requirements
Experience with electronic medical records/pharmacy information systems
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Worksite address
huntsville, AL, 35824, US
Who can apply
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