Infusion Pharmacist Job Description
Infusion pharmacist
provides pharmacy review of medication orders prior to administration and ensure safe and effective drug therapy for ED patients.
Infusion Pharmacist Duties & Responsibilities
To write an effective infusion pharmacist job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included infusion pharmacist job description templates that you can modify and use.
Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Establishes and maintains a pharmacy practice in a specialty area
Identifies, implements and coordinates quality assurance, quality improvement, continuing education and clinical pharmacy activities within their specialty area
Prepares publications and provides peer review as author/co-author or reviewer
Teach/lecture at college of pharmacy
Leads training and orientation of newly hired pharmacists and residents
Precept residents as assigned
Verifies that patient profiles contain appropriate clinical data for allergies, height, weight, BSA, clinical problems, and therapeutic monitoring as applicable
Reviews and evaluates all physicians’ medication orders for completeness and appropriateness prior to dispensing
Provides clinical consultation and suggestions to physicians and nurses regarding appropriate, cost-effective therapeutic selections
Documents and reports clinical interventions in the safety system
Infusion Pharmacist Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Infusion Pharmacist
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: CPR, BCPS, BPS, PGY1, NYS, MTM, BCLS, BLS, IV, AED
Education for Infusion Pharmacist
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the infusion pharmacist job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Doctorate and Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy, Science, College of Pharmacy, Therapy, School of Pharmacy, Education, Graduate, Health, Communication, Computer
Skills for Infusion Pharmacist
Desired skills for infusion pharmacist include:
Proper use and handling of both sterile and hazardous medications
Various infusion related therapies and ability to work through the complexity of therapy related orders
Types of medication orders and be able to fill medication orders accurately and in a timely manner
Variety and complexity of pharmaceuticals
Pharmacy state and federal regulations
Hematology and common treatments
Solid tumors
Ability to fill medication orders accurately and in a timely manner
Various infusion related therapies with ability to work through the complexity of therapy related orders
Compounds and handles sterile and hazardous medications in accordance with established guidelines and regulations
Desired experience for infusion pharmacist includes:
Knowledge of formulary systems, inventory control systems, cash control and budgetary procedures for a high volume pharmacy
Ability to deal pleasantly and effectively with medical staff and patients
Ability to lift and carry a minimum of fifteen (15) pounds
PharmD and Post Graduate Residency (PGY-2 in Oncology) are desirable
Board Certification Oncology is desired
5+ years of infusion and home care experience
Infusion Pharmacist Examples
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Infusion Pharmacist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of infusion pharmacist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for infusion pharmacist
- Screens for drug allergy and drug interactions
- Reviews patient charts and nursing medication-charting documents for accuracy and completeness to maintain accurate patient profile
- Maintains records and inventory of investigation drugs, controlled substances, and methadone
- Provides oversight for safe use of medication, including investigational agents and nutritional therapies
- Provide clinical pharmacy services in order to optimize the pharmaceutical care provided to Moffitt patients
- Assist with interviewing and selection of new staff and Residents when requested
- Provide educational services to patients and healthcare professionals
- Accreditation survey preparation for various accrediting organizations (TJC, URAC, ACHC)
- Develop training tools and programs, including power point presentations and WebEx training for the clinical and management teams to remain compliant with various accreditation standards
- Assists with the development of training material for pharmacy staff
Qualifications for infusion pharmacist
- Current, unrestricted Pharmacist license in TX
- Working knowledge of processes related to sterile compounding to meet regulatory compliance requirements (USP 797/USP 800)
- Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
- 1 year full time experience as a [ProfSpec] within the last 2 years
- ASHP accredited hospital, oncology or infusion residency preferred
- Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP) preferred
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Infusion Pharmacist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for an infusion pharmacist. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for infusion pharmacist
- Other related duties as directed by supervisor
- Assume all responsibilities of Pharmacist-in-Charge for this location
- Supervises, schedules, and evaluates all clinical and supportive pharmacy personnel as it relates to the clinical services provided, sterile compounding, inventory control and purchasing
- Directs, coordinates and supervises all pharmacy activities including drug preparation, sterile product preparation, dispensing and clinical pharmacy services
- Maintains clinical skills and knowledge of pharmacotherapy and intravenous therapy by reviewing the literature, attending in - services seminars and conferences
- Ensures the clinical services offered by the branch as they are related to both infusion and / or specialty services provided
- Ensures compliance with all controlled substances related rules, regulations, company policies and maintains proper communication and coordination with other departments and staff
- Develops policies and procedures, and assures compliance
- Leads branch Quality Management / Performance Improvement Program by reviewing data for quality / performance improvement measures and analyzes data reports, identifying opportunities for improvement
- Responsible for all aspects of Pharmacy licensure, as required by the multiple states in which the branch is licensed
Qualifications for infusion pharmacist
- Home Infusion pharmacy experience
- Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from an accredited College of Pharmacy or Bachelors Degree in Pharmacy with commensurate experience
- Preferred Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Health or equivalent
- Preferred PGY1 and/or PGY2 residency
- Proficiency in utilization of pertinent computer software
- Demonstrated proficiency with EPIC Healthcare software
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Infusion Pharmacist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking for an infusion pharmacist. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for infusion pharmacist
- Assist the branch management and operations staff in identifying performance improvement opportunities, along with the development and implementation of related action plans
- Participate in the development and implementation of clinical operations related training programs, policies and procedures
- Support training efforts of other departments and work collaboratively with the development of those programs
- Comply with the Company’s policy on the allowable clean room garb and dress code requirements
- Develop and improve current training content and materials
- Safely and correctly compound sterile medications and infusions for the home, outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities and physician/clinic environments
- Initiate infusion therapies with successful on-going evaluation of care and completion of required documentation relative to processing therapies, both fiscal and legal
- Responsible for understanding of, compliance with and participation in Quality Assurance, Performance Improvement and accreditation guidelines ensuring achievement of excellence in quality patient care
- Be actively involved in the education and inservicing of licensed health care professionals who perform services relative to the therapies provided by the home infusion center
- Act as pharmacist in charge while on duty
Qualifications for infusion pharmacist
- Completion of Business Objects/Intelligence 4.0 training within 3 months of assuming position
- Completion of Yellow Belt training within 6 months of assuming position
- Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy and one (1) year experience, required OR PharmD, required
- Ability to work on the computer, able to do word processing, data base and spreadsheet programs
- Has completed an Oncology Specialty Residency or has 5 years of experience in oncology
- Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy required
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Infusion Pharmacist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of infusion pharmacist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for infusion pharmacist
- This position will assume the role of Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) in this branch
- Provide prospective medication order review for ambulatory outpatient oncology medication orders
- Review the profiles of all patients that present for chemotherapy or other medication interventions daily
- Serve as an educational and drug information resource to medical staff, nursing, patients as requested/needed
- Serve as additional pharmacist staff support for investigational drug service pharmacist as needed
- Assume all Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) responsibilities for this branch
- Assume all Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) responsibilities for this location
- May also perform drug / supply ordering and inventory / warehouse duties, including proper storage of drugs and supplies and appropriate refrigeration of perishable product, monitor and adjust/calibrate pharmacy equipment, fill dispensing units
- Navigate in and between internal and external computer systems quickly to respond to questions or find drug benefit or clinical information
- Process prescriptions or prior authorization cases through on-line systems
Qualifications for infusion pharmacist
- Knowledgeable in data base collection software
- Minimum of three years of experience in a clinical practice setting including direct patient care
- Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy or Pharm D
- Licensed Pharmacist (R.Ph)
- 5 years of Home Infusion experience, or 8 years of related job experience
- Management experience in home infusion
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Infusion Pharmacist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of infusion pharmacist. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for infusion pharmacist
- Interpret medical terminology (e.g., abbreviations) to enter information or respond to questions
- Perform intake by asking standard questions and documenting responses
- Work with others to gather additional information or collaborate on interpretation of clinical guidelines or data
- Educate others (e.g., members, providers, pharmacies) in proper medication use, drug interactions, recalls, supply issues, benefit issues, or side effect management
- Educate others (e.g., member, guardian) regarding medical conditions, treatment, and related pharmaceutical care to motivate compliance and proper use
- Clarify and explain pharmaceutical benefits and procedures (e.g., prior authorization requirements, appeals)
- Stay current with updated drug information (e.g., recalls, monograph/insert revisions, supply issues) or other relevant departmental training (e.g., procedural changes)
- Troubleshoot and respond quickly to pharmaceutical questions and problems to provide guidance and/or manage escalations
- Demonstrate empathy and concern in member interactions
- Conduct quality assurance when reviewing drug utilization safety, regulatory, and clinical evaluations
Qualifications for infusion pharmacist
- Experience within a clinical or hospital setting
- Ability to work 1 weekend monthly in On-call capacity for accessibility
- Current license to practice pharmacy in the State of Michigan (including a Controlled Substance license), verifiable in LARA
- Graduate Degree from a school of pharmacy approved by the Board of Pharmacy in the state of practice
- Holds appropriate State licensed by the State Board of Pharmacy
- Knowledge of 797 standards and a desire to use clinical knowledge and skills to promote the welfare of patients