What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) – Enteral Nutrition Services position at PromptCare?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
The Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) is responsible for the overall pharmacy operations, regulatory compliance, and clinical oversight of PromptCare's enteral nutrition support pharmacy based in New Jersey. This role serves as the designated PIC of record for the NJ home pharmacy and willing to obtain non-resident pharmacy licensure in Tennessee, New York, and Massachusetts within six (6) months of employment to support and supervise the dispensing, verification, and shipment of enteral nutrition formulas and related supplies to patients residing in those states. The PIC ensures that all multi-state dispensing activity complies with each state board of pharmacy's non-resident/mail-order pharmacy regulations, as well as applicable federal requirements (DEA, FDA, HIPAA). This is a hands-on regulatory — not strictly administrative — requiring the PIC to personally hold and maintain each required license, sign board renewals/attestations, and serve as the responsible, licensed pharmacist for interstate shipping compliance.
Reporting to: Vice President, Respiratory Operations
Job Location: New Providence, NJ ( on- site, home pharmacy
Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. This position is highly active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting, and climbing; Maneuver in small areas and frequently lift and/or move 20 pounds or more.
Benefits & Perks
The PromptCare Companies is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, genetic disposition, disability, veteran's status or any other characteristic or classification protected by State/Federal/Local laws. We foster a work environment in which diversity and inclusion are embraced, people are hired and advanced on their merits, and employees are treated with mutual respect and dignity.
Full-time
Description
The Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) is responsible for the overall pharmacy operations, regulatory compliance, and clinical oversight of PromptCare's enteral nutrition support pharmacy based in New Jersey. This role serves as the designated PIC of record for the NJ home pharmacy and willing to obtain non-resident pharmacy licensure in Tennessee, New York, and Massachusetts within six (6) months of employment to support and supervise the dispensing, verification, and shipment of enteral nutrition formulas and related supplies to patients residing in those states. The PIC ensures that all multi-state dispensing activity complies with each state board of pharmacy's non-resident/mail-order pharmacy regulations, as well as applicable federal requirements (DEA, FDA, HIPAA). This is a hands-on regulatory — not strictly administrative — requiring the PIC to personally hold and maintain each required license, sign board renewals/attestations, and serve as the responsible, licensed pharmacist for interstate shipping compliance.
Reporting to: Vice President, Respiratory Operations
Job Location: New Providence, NJ ( on- site, home pharmacy
Requirements
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an ACPE-accredited program
- Active, unrestricted pharmacist license in New Jersey (required as home-state PIC license)
- Active, unrestricted (or eligible for immediate non-resident registration) pharmacist license in Tennessee, New York, and Massachusetts
- Active DEA registration; ability to obtain additional state controlled-substance registrations as required.
- Board certification in Nutrition Support Pharmacy (BCNSP) preferred, not required.
- Minimum 3–5 years of pharmacy practice experience, with direct experience in home infusion, specialty pharmacy, or enteral/parenteral nutrition support strongly preferred.
- Prior experience serving as Pharmacist in Charge or in a multi-state/non-resident pharmacy compliance role strongly preferred.
- Working knowledge of state board of pharmacy non-resident/mail-order regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
- Strong working knowledge of enteral nutrition therapy, formula selection, and patient monitoring.
- Familiarity with pharmacy dispensing systems, e-prescribing, and inventory/shipping compliance tools.
- Excellent regulatory judgment; comfortable interfacing directly with state boards of pharmacy
- Strong leadership, documentation, and cross-functional communication skills
- Maintain personal, active, unrestricted pharmacist licensure in NJ, TN, NY, and MA at all times; promptly renew licenses and notify HR/Compliance of any renewal, disciplinary action, or status change.
- Serve as the designated Pharmacist in Charge of record for the NJ pharmacy permit, and as the responsible pharmacist for non-resident pharmacy permits/registrations in TN, NY, and MA.
- Monitor and interpret each state board of pharmacy's non-resident pharmacy statutes and regulations (e.g., NY non-resident registration, MA out-of-state pharmacy permit, TN non-resident pharmacy permit) to ensure PromptCare's shipping practices into those states remain compliant.
- Ensure pharmacy permits, non-resident registrations, and DEA registrations are current and properly filed with each applicable state board prior to shipping into that state.
- Serve as primary point of contact for state board inspections, audits, and inquiries related to non-resident dispensing activity.
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the enteral nutrition pharmacy, including order entry, clinical review, verification, and final dispensing.
- Establish and enforce policies and procedures (P&Ps) governing multi-state dispensing workflows, including state-specific labeling, prescription transfer, and record-retention requirements.
- Ensure proper cold-chain/shipping protocols for enteral nutrition products shipped across state lines, coordinating with logistics/operations teams
- Review and approve clinical protocols for enteral nutrition therapy management, including formula selection, tolerance monitoring, and physician order verification
- Oversee drug utilization review (DUR), adverse event reporting, and quality assurance programs specific to enteral nutrition patients across all licensed states
- Participate in interdisciplinary care coordination with intake, Respiratory Operations, and reimbursement teams for home-based enteral patients
- Maintain accurate records of all non-resident shipments, licensure documentation, and state-specific compliance logs
- Report monthly/quarterly compliance status to Senior Management and Compliance Department
- Support HR and Compliance with licensure verification during onboarding, credentialing, and periodic audits (e.g., NCPDP, payer, or accreditation surveys)
- Maintain compliance with ACHC accreditation standards applicable to enteral nutrition pharmacies, if applicable
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen. This position is highly active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, twisting, and climbing; Maneuver in small areas and frequently lift and/or move 20 pounds or more.
Benefits & Perks
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Package
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Generous PTO: Vacation, Sick Time, Personal Days, and Paid Holidays
- Life Insurance: Standard coverage with optional enhancements
- Employee Assistance Program: Free counseling and coaching sessions
- Emotional Well-being and Work-Life Balance Resources
- Short & Long-Term Disability: Company-paid with optional supplements
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- FSA and HSA: Manage healthcare expenses
- Commuter Spending Programs
- Volunteer and Engagement Opportunities
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Exclusive Discounts on entertainment, travel, and various other supplemental and cellphone plans
The PromptCare Companies is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, genetic disposition, disability, veteran's status or any other characteristic or classification protected by State/Federal/Local laws. We foster a work environment in which diversity and inclusion are embraced, people are hired and advanced on their merits, and employees are treated with mutual respect and dignity.