Part-Time Pharmacist

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.

At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.

Here is what we offer: 

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
• Work-Life Balance: PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
• Financial Wellness: Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match 
• Professional Development: Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
• Additional Perks: Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture

Join Howard University and thrive with us! 

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JOB PURPOSE:
Under general supervision, the Part-Time Clinical Research Trials Pharmacist is responsible for interpretation of physician's orders, review of patient therapy, dispensing of appropriate ordered medications and performs all operational duties and evaluations necessary within the inpatient and satellite services.
 

SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY:
• N/A
 

NATURE AND SCOPE:
Interacts in a clinical trial capacity with patients, physicians, other allied health care providers, social services representatives, other immediate clinical staff members, Hospital and University officials and the general public.
 

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Interprets medication order for appropriateness of therapy, drug, dose, route, frequency, and duration. Consults with prescriber when clarification is required or makes appropriate therapy and other recommendations as needed.
• Manages required record-keeping, Investigational Products (IP) study logs, and inventory activities.
• Oversees administrative accountability associated with the clinical research trials.
• Maintains records to meet sponsor requirements, FDA regulations and legal requirements for pharmacy operations.
• Ensures that the prescribed order follows the protocol treatment plan and HUH standard policies and
• procedures and consults with the principal investigator, co-investigators, and/or research nurses when clarification is required.
• Reviews orders for investigational agents to ensure that necessary dosage adjustments are made according to the protocol.
• Monitors patient laboratory indices to ensure conformity with protocol requirements prior to dispensing medications/investigational agents.
• Reviews patient medication profile for possible drug reactions, duplication of orders and contraindications and consults with physician when clarification is required.
• Enters patient's medication orders in the standardized pharmacy computer program according to the approved departmental procedures.
• Ensures that informed consent signed by the subject is on file prior to dispensing medications/investigational agents as required by 21 CFR 50.27
• Ensures that accountability records, dispensing documentation, and inventory for all investigational agents are accurate.
• Progressively monitors inventory level and expiry date and re-order, as necessary.
• Participates in the preparation of investigational protocol dispensing procedures, drug data sheets, IV worksheets, and physician order forms.
• Participates in investigational study site visit activities such as audits, pre-qualification visits, site initiation meetings, routine monitoring visits, and site closure visits as applicable.
• Performs supervision of supportive staff in compounding all parenteral admixtures according to established departmental procedures. Provides directions and guidance in appropriate manners.
• Performs double checks of supportive staff in compounding of parenteral admixtures, preparation of oral drugs, receipts, and destructions of Investigational Products (IPs), and code carts and hypersensitivity kits.
• Ensures that proper drug solutions/diluents and volumes are used during drug preparations, and that final products are labeled, and packaged correctly for subjects participating in research protocols.
• Contributes to clinical trial electronic data capture (EDC) for adverse drug reaction and medication occurrences reporting system.
• Utilizes computerized controlled drug system in the preparation and distribution of Scheduled drugs and complies with all associated record keeping and inventory requirements by DEA.
• Participates in clinical and quality improvement activities and/or projects within the department and with medical and nursing staff as needed.
• Participates in general pharmacy meetings, monthly research meetings, pharmacy safety meetings, journal clubs, continuing education presentations, and/or in-services to ensure competency in pharmacy.
• Understands and able to perform all the essential functions of the research pharmacy technician to ensure the continual operation of the research pharmacy.
• Sustains professional competence by completing all competence / skills assessment requirements; promotes development through participation in in-services, workshops, seminars, and professional organizations.
• Assumes other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and the natures of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered as all inclusive

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Good communication skills; ability to provide direction to others; ability to work under stress. Ability to perform computerized procedures. Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skills in providing appropriate care for patients in the following age groups, geriatric, adult, adolescent, pediatric, and neonate. Must demonstrate knowledge in the relationship of age and the proper selection of drugs and drug pharmacokinetics in various age groups. Annual performance appraisals will measure the level of knowledge and skills maintained through the use of criteria-based job standards. Employees must maintain a satisfactory level of knowledge and skills to continue employment

EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING REQUIRED:

Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy.
 

LICENSURE AND/OR CERTIFICATION:

Current D.C. license as a pharmacist.
Vaccination and Immunization Authority Certification
 

EXPERIENCE:

Two years as a pharmacist in a hospital setting or an outpatient setting. Experience with clinical trials preferred.

Compliance Salary Range Disclosure

$63-$70 per hour