Clinical Pharmacist (Mon-Fri 10:30am to 7PM)

AP MAX INC•Houston, TX

5h•$60 - $62•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Pharmacist – Sterile Compounding is responsible for the clinical oversight, preparation, and quality assurance of compounded sterile preparations (CSPs) in compliance with USP <797> and <800> standards. This role integrates clinical pharmacy knowledge with expertise in aseptic technique to ensure the safe and effective delivery of sterile medications. The pharmacist plays a key role in sterile production processes, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and staff training.

Requirements

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) or BS of Pharmacy from an ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy.
Active, unrestricted pharmacist license in the state of Texas.
Sterile compounding and aseptic technique training (ACPE-accredited or equivalent).
Hazardous drug handling certification (USP <800>) – may be obtained upon hire.
Minimum 1–3 years of experience in sterile compounding in a hospital, infusion center, or compounding pharmacy.
Demonstrated knowledge of USP <797>, <800>, and <795> guidelines.

Nice To Haves

Experience in handling cytotoxic and hazardous drugs preferred
Deep understanding of sterile compounding techniques, cleanroom standards, and environmental monitoring.
Advanced knowledge of drug stability, compatibility, and clinical pharmacology.
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and compliance with documentation standards.
Proficient in pharmacy information systems, sterile compounding software, and EMRs.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage shifting priorities.
Board Certification in Pharmacotherapy (BCPS) or Oncology Pharmacy (BCOP) preferred.

Responsibilities

Interpret and validate prescriber orders for sterile compounded medications, ensuring clinical appropriateness, dosing accuracy, and therapeutic suitability.
Provide clinical input on product selection, compounding alternatives, stability, and compatibility of medications.
Evaluate and monitor patient-specific data, including labs, to support optimal therapy outcomes.
Collaborate with prescribers and healthcare teams on individualized compounded therapies (e.g., parenteral nutrition, chemotherapy, ophthalmic solutions).
Oversee or perform sterile compounding procedures in ISO-classified cleanrooms per USP <797> and <800>.
Ensure adherence to aseptic technique and proper gowning, workflow practices, and environmental controls.
Validate compounding processes, including calculations, batch records, beyond-use dating (BUD), and labeling.
Conduct final verification and release of compounded sterile preparations for dispensing.
Ensure continuous compliance with federal and state regulations, including FDA guidelines, USP chapters, and Board of Pharmacy requirements.
Maintain complete and accurate compounding documentation, including master formulation records, compounding logs, and cleaning schedules.
Participate in internal and external audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
Implement and uphold policies related to hazardous drug handling (USP <800>) and safe disposal.
Participate in cleanroom quality control activities, including air sampling, surface testing, and media fill testing.
Investigate and document deviations, errors, and out-of-specification events.
Support continuous quality improvement initiatives and adherence to pharmacy standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Assist with environmental monitoring program evaluations and improvements.
Train and assess pharmacy staff (including technicians) on sterile compounding procedures, gowning, and aseptic technique.
Ensure ongoing staff competency, including periodic testing and continuing education compliance.
Educate healthcare providers on CSPs, storage conditions, and administration techniques.
Collaborate with pharmacy leadership on workflow management, resource allocation, and inventory control of sterile supplies and APIs.
Participate in the development and validation of new CSP formulations and processes.
Monitor and manage inventory for hazardous and sterile compounding ingredients to ensure availability and compliance.