Home Infusion Pharmacist

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•New Orleans, LA

17h•Remote

About The Position

This job is responsible for the provisions of all facets of pharmaceutical care related to intravenous homecare patients. Assists with the referral process, including but not limited to the provision of medical information to patients and care givers relative to home infusion therapy. Performs patient assessment and care. Oversees the Patient Advocate team.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
License to practice Pharmacy in the state of practice
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to use computer programs necessary for the successful review, authorization, preparation, dispensing and management of home infusion center patients.
Ability to remain familiar with literatures, references, and resources for therapies and care of patients serviced by the home infusion center.
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patients and their personal information at all times.
Ability to maintain and foster an environment of teamwork and engagement.

Nice To Haves

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
Completion of a PGY1 or PGY2 Pharmacy Practice Residency
2 years of experience as Pharmacist
Experience in specialty pharmacy

Responsibilities

Compounds sterile medications and infusions for the home, outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, and physician/clinic environments.
Initiates infusion therapies with successful on-going evaluation of care and completion of required documentation relative to processing therapies, both fiscal and legal.
Assists in the teaching of patients prior to discharge to home.
Coordinates the deliveries with nursing and support services.
In the absence of the PIC, acts as a pharmacist in charge and makes decisions while on duty.
Participates in inventory control, ordering, warehouse organization, packing/shipping, equipment maintenance, and hazardous waste control.
When on-call, responsible for emergency on-call duties on weekends and weeknights as required by center scheduling.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.