Pharmacist

Druid City Vital Care•Metairie, LA

21d

About The Position

The Home Infusion Pharmacist ensures the safe and effective preparation, administration, and oversight of home infusion therapy services. The role works closely with patients, healthcare providers, and infusion nursing teams to provide pharmaceutical care in patients’ homes and infusion centers. The pharmacist manages medications, educates patients and caregivers, and supervises specialized treatments such as antibiotics and nutritional support.

Requirements

PharmD or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited institution.
Current, unrestricted state pharmacist license in good standing.
Current immunizations certification if required by state law.
At least 2 years of experience working as a pharmacist.
In-depth knowledge of pharmacology, medication management, and infusion therapies.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with patients, caregivers, and healthcare teams.
Ability to evaluate patient needs and modify therapy plans based on clinical assessments.
Proficiency with pharmacy management software such as CareTend and tools for medication tracking, dispensing, and maintaining patient records.
Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
Ability to stand and/or sit for extended periods, frequently use hands and fingers for typing and handling medications, lift and move objects weighing up to 20–30 pounds, and maintain focus in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with sterile compounding is preferred but not required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification is not required.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive medication reviews and patient consultations to optimize drug therapy.
Review laboratory results and vital signs to assess whether patients are suitable for home infusion therapy.
Collaborate with physicians and healthcare providers to develop individualized therapy plans.
Educate patients and caregivers about medication administration, storage, side effects, complications, medication safety, adherence, and home treatment practices.
Monitor patient progress and outcomes, evaluate side effects, and adjust treatment protocols in partnership with the healthcare team.
Supervise preparation, dispensing, and delivery of home infusion medications in accordance with legal and regulatory standards.
Compound and label sterile products as needed while following safety and quality protocols.
Ensure timely and accurate medication therapy management to prevent delays or errors in patient care.
Document therapy adjustments, clinical progress, and interactions in patient records.
Coordinate patient care with home health nurses, physicians, and other healthcare providers; participate in interdisciplinary rounds and case discussions.
Address therapy-related concerns or complications and make professional recommendations to the healthcare team.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local pharmacy laws and industry standards for home infusion services.
Stay informed about new drugs, treatments, and industry guidelines, and implement and monitor infection-control and infusion safety protocols.
Manage medication and supply inventory, maintain appropriate stock and quality standards, coordinate orders with vendors, and oversee safe disposal of medications and hazardous materials.