Infusion Pharmacist

Pyramids Pharmacy; Pearland (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramids Pharmacy is seeking a pharmacist to supervise the Pharmacy Fulfillment area, oversee technicians and interns, and ensure safe dispensing and patient education.

The role emphasizes accurate prescription processing, patient counseling, and compliance with state and federal laws in a high-volume pharmacy setting.

Qualifications

• Must be able to make clinical decisions.
• Detail oriented with ability to handle multiple tasks with frequent interruption.
• Abide by company policies and HIPAA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Interpret, review, and adjudicate prescriptions.
• Prepare and dispense medications to patients.
• Check prescriptions for accuracy and provide medication therapy review.
• Communicate with prescribers regarding questions on prescriptions.

Skills

Clinical decision making

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Team player

Windows PC applications

Order processing software

Inventory software

Drug information

Education

Pharmacy degree (B.S. or PharmD)

Tools

Windows PC applications

Job description

Location: Pearland, TX On-Site

Position Summary: The Pharmacist is responsible for the supervision, and coordination of all activities in the Pharmacy Fulfillment area and the education of patients to administer these medications appropriately. The pharmacist provides direct oversight and supervision of the pharmacy technicians and pharmacy interns in their duties and responsibilities to receive prescriptions, process prescriptions, dispense drugs and proper shipping and delivery of medications. The pharmacist assures oversight and safety of pharmacy operations.

• Interpret, review, and adjudicate prescriptions
• Prepare and dispense appropriate medications to patients
• Check prescriptions for accuracy
• Provide medication therapy review; assess the appropriateness of the medication in accordance to patient’s medical history
• Contact prescribing physicians to discuss questions regarding prescriptions, coordination and continuity of treatment
• Provide information and advice regarding drug interactions, side effects, dosage and proper medication storage so patients can use their medications safely and effectively
• Provide personal counseling and education to the patient
• Comply with state and federal laws pertaining to prescription preparation and dispensing
• Help with policy development, - i.e., procedures for improved workflow
• Ensure maintenance of stock and storing and proper handling of medications
• Maintain records, such as pharmacy files, patient profiles, control records for narcotics, and controlled drugs
• Review interactions and contraindications of reported use of over the counter medications.
• Ensure patient confidentially and HIPAA adherence
• Based on operational needs the Pharmacist may be assigned to other function as required
• Complies with FDA mandates and self-imposed manufacturer restrictions on particular drugs, as applicable

Job Requirements Special Skills:

• Must have the ability to make clinical decisions
• Must be compassionate, courteous and have excellent interpersonal skills
• Must have the ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals
• Detail oriented with ability to handle multiple tasks with frequent interruption
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment, learn quickly, solve problems and make decisions
• Conduct work in compliance with office workplace polices
• Actively participates in the achievement of patient satisfaction
• Abide by the Pyramids Pharmacy Standards of Conduct and company policies
• Must be a team player

Technical Skills:

• Familiarity with computer and Windows PC applications, which includes the ability to learn new and complex computer system applications
• Computer access that includes hands-on use of order processing, inventory and database software
• Digital dexterity e.g. use of computer keyboard
• Knowledge of computer programs

Experience:

• 2+ years’ experience in IV Biologics preferred
• 1+ year of home infusion experience
• Minimum 1 year management experience

Licensure and Certification Requirements

• Valid Pharmacist Registration issued by the State of Texas required
• B.S. Pharmacy or PharmD Degree
• The Pharmacist will be responsible for obtaining the appropriate number of continuing education hours for licensure as required by the State of Texas.

Physical Requirements:

• Sufficient Manual dexterity to perform all pharmacy tasks
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and sometimes lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to stand over one-half of the time of work shift.

Applicants must be able to pass a drug test and background investigation. The Company reserves the right to test any employee randomly and at any time for any reason.