NICU Clinical Pharmacist Specialist
About The Position
The NICU Clinical Pharmacist Specialist provides specialized pharmaceutical care for critically ill newborns in Houston, Texas. The role works closely with neonatologists, physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to support safe, effective, and individualized medication management for premature and critically ill infants. It requires advanced knowledge of neonatal pharmacotherapy, critical care medication protocols, and neonatal physiology. Compensation is $131,000–$156,000 annually, with placement in the range based on experience, residency training, expertise, certifications, qualifications, and alignment with the position. Tap Healthcare Solutions provides support throughout the hiring process, including clear communication and personalized attention.
Requirements
- Completion of a Postgraduate Year Two (PGY2) Residency in Pediatrics; candidates with a PGY2 Residency in Critical Care may also be considered if they have current NICU clinical pharmacy experience.
- Demonstrated NICU clinical pharmacy experience, including direct clinical pharmacy services for critically ill neonates.
- Current, active Texas Pharmacist License.
- Strong understanding of neonatal pharmacotherapy, medication safety, and critical care pharmacy practices.
- Ability to evaluate complex medication regimens and provide evidence-based therapeutic recommendations.
- Strong interdisciplinary communication, clinical judgment, and medication management skills.
Nice To Haves
- Extensive clinical pharmacy experience in a Level III or Level IV NICU.
- Advanced knowledge of neonatal medication dosing, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics.
- Experience managing complex medication therapies for premature infants and critically ill newborns.
- Familiarity with neonatal parenteral nutrition, antimicrobial stewardship, and high-risk medication management.
- Experience participating in multidisciplinary NICU rounds and providing clinical consultation to neonatal care teams.
- Board certification in a relevant pharmacy specialty, such as Board Certified Pediatric Pharmacy Specialist (BCPPS).
- Experience supporting clinical education, pharmacy protocol development, and medication safety initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical pharmacy services to critically ill neonates.
- Evaluate complex medication regimens and provide evidence-based therapeutic recommendations.
- Collaborate with neonatologists, physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams on neonatal medication management.
- Support safe, effective, and individualized medication therapy for premature and critically ill infants.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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