Clinical Home Infusion Pharmacist (TPN Specialty)

Job SummaryThe Home Infusion Pharmacist is responsible for the clinical management and oversight of parenteral nutrition and other infusion therapies provided in the home setting. This role emphasizes patient assessment, prescribing recommendations, therapy optimization and interdisciplinary collaboration. The pharmacist serves as a clinical resource to providers, patients, and internal teams, ensuring safe, effective, and evidence-based therapy while supporting quality assurance and continuous performance improvement initiatives.Clinical ResponsibilitiesConduct comprehensive patient assessments to determine appropriateness for home infusion therapy, including review of medical records, laboratory values, nutritional status, and overall clinical condition.Review and evaluate prescription orders for clinical appropriateness, accuracy, completeness, and safety.Recommend, initiate, and adjust TPN formulations based on patient-specific clinical needs, laboratory trends, and established practice guidelines.Communicate with prescribers, dietitians, and nursing staff to clarify orders, recommend therapy modifications, and support ongoing clinical decision-making.Ensure all prescriptions meet legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards prior to dispensing.Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient profiles within the pharmacy system, including diagnoses, lab data, allergies, therapy history, and clinical interventions.Provide support with sterile compounding activities, including review of compounding records and product verification while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and documentation requirements.Patient Care & EducationProvide patient and caregiver education regarding TPN therapy, including administration expectations, potential adverse effects, monitoring parameters, and adherence to the treatment care plan.Serve as a clinical point of contact for patient-related concerns, including assessment of reported side effects, line-related issues, or therapy complications.Support timely clinical intervention in emergent or urgent situations such as adverse drug reactions, suspected infections, or therapy intolerance, escalating as appropriate.Interdisciplinary & Care CoordinationCollaborate with physicians, nurses, dietitians, discharge planners, and case managers to facilitate smooth transitions of care from inpatient or outpatient settings to home infusion therapy.Partner with the billing and reimbursement team to verify insurance coverage requirements, support prior authorization needs, and explore clinically appropriate alternatives when coverage limitations exist.Operational, Regulatory & Oversight ResponsibilitiesMaintain knowledge of and comply to USP <797> , state board of pharmacy, and federal regulations as they relate to clinical practice and patient safety.Assist with pharmaceutical recalls, medication safety reviews, incident and clinical intervention assessments as needed.Participate in surveys and inspections conducted by authorized regulatory and accreditation agencies, representing clinical pharmacy services.Quality Assurance & Performance ImprovementDocument medication errors, adverse events, and near misses for Quality Assurance review.Report incidents to appropriate management in accordance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.Actively participate in the company’s Performance Improvement Program, contributing clinical expertise to process improvement and risk mitigation initiatives.Professional ResponsibilitiesMaintain active pharmacist licensure and complete continuing education aligned with clinical practice, TPN therapy, and regulatory requirements.Assume on-call responsibilities as required to support patient care continuity.Oversee pharmacy staff as assignedAdditional duties and responsibilities in different areas of the department on an as-need basis or determined by managementFoster a culture of accountability, integrity, collaboration, and service excellence.Required QualificationsPharmD or B.S. Pharmacy At least two years of related home infusion experience, specifically in managing TPN patients requiredUnrestricted active CA Pharmacist licenseStrong knowledge of aseptic technique and compounding practicesKnowledge of home infusion therapy equipment and proceduresExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal and customer service skillsExcellent customer service skillsExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailExcellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlinesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong supervisory and leadership skillsAbility to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriateAbility to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environmentProficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related softwareAmeriPharma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.DepartmentIV DepartmentEmployment TypeFull-TimeMinimum ExperienceExperienced