Pharmacist I

RWJBarnabas Health; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 90,921 - 111,585; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in South Plainfield, NJ is seeking a Pharmacist I for our Home Infusion team. You will compound and verify sterile preparations, review prescriptions, and collaborate with clinicians to ensure safe, effective patient care.

This role emphasizes independent practice within standards of USP and regulatory guidelines, supervision of technicians, and coordination of timely deliveries. A NJ license and PharmD preferred; one year of experience is recommended.

Qualifications

• Education: BS Pharmacy required; PharmD preferred.
• NJ Pharmacist license active by date of hire.
• Experience: minimum 1 year in pharmacy; home infusion preferred.
• Board certifications (BCSCP) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage compounding workflow with accurate data entry and verification.
• Prepare and verify sterile formulations including TPN/IV per USP <797>.
• Operate automated compounding devices; troubleshoot issues.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians; review sheets and tickets.
• Coordinate patient care with multidisciplinary teams and referrals.
• Ensure timely deliveries and maintain clean medication area.
• Maintain inventory integrity and secure pharmacy areas daily.
• Report variances or adverse events to improve safety processes.
• Support team with flexible hours and inter-team collaboration.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Patient safety

Team collaboration

Inventory awareness

Operational efficiency

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Tools

Baxter EM2400

Job description

Job Title

Pharmacist I

Location

LSC-Montrose

603 MONTROSE AVE, SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ 07080

Department

Home Infusion

Req #

0000260014

Status

Hourly

Shift

Day

Pay Range

$66.12 - $81.75 per hour

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Pharmacist I - RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, the Pharmacist I plays a critical role in patient care, home infusion therapy, and operational excellence. Operating with a high level of independence, they ensure that medications are compounded and provided in a safe, accurate, and rational manner according to legal, USP, and professional standards. They are responsible for reviewing prescriptions, preparing specialized sterile formulations, consulting with healthcare providers, supervising staff, and providing high-quality pharmaceutical care.

A typical day for a Pharmacist I may include:

• Manages compounding workflow by ensuring accurate data entry, proper documentation, error-free prescription verification, and complete compliance with workflow protocols.
• Prepares and verifies sterile formulations, including Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) and IV mixtures, according to patient-specific orders, USP <797> standards, and strict pharmacy procedures.
• Operates automated compounding devices (such as the Baxter EM2400), monitors production, and effectively troubleshoots or resolves compounding issues.
• Maintains strict safety standards by adhering to all hazardous and non-hazardous Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Supervises pharmacy technicians directly, checking their compounding sheets, delivery tickets, and final pick-and-pack tasks for total accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinates patient care seamlessly by collaborating professionally with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, other hospital departments, and referral sources.
• Ensures operational efficiency by managing scheduled deliveries at least one day ahead and maintaining a clean, orderly medication and supply area.
• Secures facility assets by ensuring all pharmacy areas are locked, inventory integrity is maintained, and strict security controls are followed at the end of each day.
• Promotes continuous quality improvement by reporting any unusual occurrences, variances, or adverse events in a timely, detailed manner to enhance future safety processes.
• Supports team flexibility by stepping in to help co-workers when appropriate and maintaining a willingness to adapt to alternating work schedules on short notice.

This role might be for you if:

• Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
• Attention to detail and clinical precision guide your work every day, understanding that errors have serious consequence
• You remain calm and highly adaptable while managing a fast-paced retail environment
• Patient safety, accurate drug evaluation, and delivering high-quality pharmaceutical care are your top priorities
• You enjoy working collaboratively with providers, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams
• Continuous learning, inventory awareness, and operational efficiency motivate you
• Creating a positive, reassuring, and legally compliant patient experience is central to your approach

To be considered for this Pharmacist I opportunity:

• Education Required: Completion of 5/6 year course at an accredited School of Pharmacy with a degree of Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy.
• Additional Education Preferred: Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D).
• Licensure Required: Active unrestricted New Jersey Pharmacy License upon date of hire.
• Additional Licensure Preferred: Board of Pharmacy Specialties Certification (BCSCP).
• Experience Required: A minimum of one year's pharmac y experience is recommended.
• Experience Preferred: Home Infusion experience.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer