About Vital Care Infusion Services:
Since 1986, Vital Care Infusion Services has been committed to expanding access to high-quality
infusion therapy. Our mission is to improve patient outcomes by delivering safe, convenient, and
professional care in the communities we serve. Each Vital Care pharmacy is locally owned and
operated by dedicated healthcare professionals who are deeply invested in their patients’ well being.
Position: Per Diem Home Infusion Pharmacist
Location: Springfield, MA | Part-Time | On-Site
Overview:
The Per Diem Home Infusion Pharmacist is responsible for ensuring the safe, accurate, and timely
preparation, verification, and dispensing medications for home infusion patients. This role
supports day-to-day pharmacy operations on an as-needed basis, including order verification,
clinical assessments, and patient/caregiver education. The pharmacist functions in accordance
with all applicable state and federal regulations, USP standards, accreditation requirements, and
organizational policies.
This position will serve as the acting Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) during periods when the PIC is
unavailable, including PTO, illness, or other absences. During these times, the Per Diem
Pharmacist assumes full operational, clinical, and regulatory oversight as required by
Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy regulations.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced pharmacist to support the current staff in day-to-day
oversight of pharmacy operations, ensuring clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and
exceptional patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
Pharmacy Operations & Day-to-Day Oversight
- Oversee daily pharmacy operations to ensure safe, high-quality infusion therapy services
across therapies such as immunoglobulin, anti-infectives, specialty biologics, nutrition
support (TPN), pulmonology therapies, alpha-1 therapy, and anti-inflammatory therapies.
- Direct and optimize pharmacy workflows to enhance efficiency, including speed-to-service
and post-therapy follow-up.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and customer-friendly environment that reflects Vital Care of
Springfield’s values.
- Support day-to-day operations on an as-needed basis, including order verification, patient
education, and clinical review.
Clinical Practice & Patient Care
- Review, interpret, and clinically verify infusion therapy prescriptions for appropriateness,
accuracy, and compatibility.
- Conduct ongoing clinical assessments and therapy monitoring for home infusion patients.
- Provide drug information and therapy support to prescribers, nursing teams, and
patients/caregivers.
- Educate patients and caregivers on medication administration, storage, handling, and safety
requirements.
- Ensure seamless patient care coordination in collaboration with nursing, reimbursement, and
customer service teams.
- Document all clinical interventions, assessments, and communications in the EMR.
Pharmacy Compounding
- Oversee and verify sterile compounding activities in accordance with USP <797>/<800>, ACHC
standards, and company SOPs.
- Perform final product checks before dispensing to ensure accuracy, sterility, and labeling
compliance.
- Ensure adherence to best practices in cleanroom workflow, garbing, beyond-use dating, and
environmental monitoring expectations.
Regulatory, Quality, and Compliance
- Ensure compliance with federal and state Board of Pharmacy requirements, ACHC
accreditation standards, USP <797>/<800>, and internal policies.
- Stay informed of evolving laws, regulations, and clinical advancements in infusion therapy.
- Uphold patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations at all times.
- Support quality initiatives related to clinical excellence, safety, and documentation accuracy.
Inventory, Ordering & Supply Chain Management
- Accurately dispense, order, and maintain inventory of medications and infusion supplies.
- Identify and communicate potential medication shortages, incompatibilities, or substitution
needs.
- Ensure appropriate storage, handling, and system tracking of specialty biologics and infusion
products.
Provider, Clinic & Partner Communication
- Collaborate with referring providers, clinic administrators, and clinical staff to resolve
prescription issues and ensure smooth coordination of care.
- Provide clinical consultation to physicians and teams across Vital Care of Springfield’s partner
organizations.
- Maintain positive professional relationships supporting continuity, communication, and
operational clarity.
Team Support, Mentorship & Culture
- Mentor, motivate, and support pharmacy staff as needed to foster a collaborative, high performance culture.
- Project a positive, professional attitude that reinforces Vital Care’s mission, vision, and values.
- Assist in onboarding or training activities for new pharmacists or technicians, when requested.
Additional Duties
- Perform additional responsibilities as assigned and consistent with Vital Care policies.
- Participate in staffing coverage for PTO, high-volume periods, or emergent operational needs.
- May include occasional evenings, weekends, or on-call duties; flexible scheduling with
opportunities for expanded roles
- Maintain readiness to support urgent requests and adapt to changing priorities.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Doctoral (PharmD) degree in Pharmacy from an accredited university.
- Active, unrestricted pharmacist license in the state of practice
- 2+ years of full-time retail, clinic, or home infusion pharmacy experience preferred, with
specific experience in infusion therapies (e.g., immunoglobulin, TPN, or specialty infusions)
strongly desired.
- Strong knowledge of pharmacy operations, clinical protocols, and applicable regulations
regarding infusion therapies, compounding standards, and infusion device operation
- Ability to work independently, manage changing priorities, and support urgent requests
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
- Experience with home infusion software (CareTend, CPR+)
- Familiarity with comprehensive drug formulary and specialty biologics
Contact Us:
Pay: $55.00 - $75.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
