NICU Clinical Pharmacist Specialist

The Employee Connect • Houston, TX

12d • Onsite

About The Position

A leading regional healthcare provider known for patient-centric care is seeking an experienced NICU Clinical Pharmacist Specialist to join their neonatal intensive care team in Houston, Texas. This is a high-impact clinical role providing direct pharmacy services to critically ill neonates in a complex, fast-paced intensive care environment. The ideal candidate brings specialized residency training in pediatrics or critical care combined with hands-on NICU pharmacy experience and a deep commitment to optimizing outcomes for the most vulnerable patients.

Requirements

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an ACPE-accredited institution
• Completion of PGY2 residency in Pediatrics required; PGY2 in Critical Care with current NICU experience may be considered
• Active NICU clinical pharmacy experience
• Current Texas Pharmacy license in good standing
• Strong working knowledge of neonatal pharmacokinetics and evidence-based neonatal therapeutics
• Excellent clinical judgment and ability to perform in a high-acuity critical care environment
• No visa sponsorship available for this position

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a related field is preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical pharmacy services to critically ill neonates across the NICU daily
• Collaborate with neonatologists and interdisciplinary care teams to optimize pharmacotherapy plans
• Perform medication reconciliation, neonatal dosing calculations, and ongoing therapeutic monitoring
• Evaluate and implement evidence-based medication protocols specific to neonatal populations
• Identify and resolve drug therapy problems to improve patient safety and clinical outcomes
• Precept pharmacy students and PGY1/PGY2 residents rotating through the NICU
• Participate in quality improvement, formulary management, and regulatory compliance activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior