NICU Clinical Pharmacist Specialist

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated NICU Clinical Pharmacist Specialist to provide specialized pharmaceutical care for critically ill newborns in Houston, Texas. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced clinical pharmacist with advanced residency training and direct Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) experience who is passionate about optimizing medication therapy and improving outcomes for vulnerable neonatal patients.

The NICU Clinical Pharmacist Specialist will work closely with neonatologists, physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure safe, effective, and individualized medication management. This position requires advanced knowledge of neonatal pharmacotherapy, critical care medication protocols, and the unique physiological considerations associated with treating premature and critically ill infants.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of a Postgraduate Year Two (PGY2) Residency in Pediatrics
• Candidates who completed a PGY2 Residency in Critical Care may also be considered if they possess current NICU clinical pharmacy experience
• Demonstrated NICU clinical pharmacy experience
• Direct experience providing clinical pharmacy services to critically ill neonates
• Current, active Texas Pharmacist License
• Strong understanding of neonatal pharmacotherapy, medication safety, and critical care pharmacy practices
• Ability to evaluate complex medication regimens and provide evidence-based therapeutic recommendations
• Strong interdisciplinary communication, clinical judgment, and medication management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience providing clinical pharmacy services within a Level III or Level IV NICU
• Advanced knowledge of neonatal medication dosing, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics
• Experience managing complex medication therapies for premature infants and critically ill newborns
• Familiarity with neonatal parenteral nutrition, antimicrobial stewardship, and high-risk medication management
• Experience participating in multidisciplinary NICU rounds and providing clinical consultation to neonatal care teams
• Board certification in a relevant pharmacy specialty, such as Board Certified Pediatric Pharmacy Specialist (BCPPS)
• Experience supporting clinical education, pharmacy protocol development, and medication safety initiatives

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced NICU Clinical Pharmacist Specialist with advanced postgraduate residency training and a strong background in neonatal critical care pharmacy.

Candidates should have completed a PGY2 residency in Pediatrics, although those with a PGY2 residency in Critical Care and current NICU experience may also qualify. Direct experience delivering clinical pharmacy services to critically ill neonates is essential.

The strongest applicants will demonstrate expertise in neonatal medication management, individualized dosing strategies, and evidence-based pharmacotherapy. They should be comfortable collaborating with neonatologists and multidisciplinary care teams to address complex medication needs while maintaining exceptional standards of patient safety.

Professionals with additional experience in high-acuity NICU environments, neonatal pharmacokinetics, or pediatric pharmacy specialization will be particularly well aligned with this opportunity.

Compensation

$131,000 – $156,000 annually

Compensation within the listed range will be determined based on the candidate's NICU clinical pharmacy experience, postgraduate residency training, neonatal critical care expertise, specialized certifications, additional qualifications, and overall alignment with the position.

Why Join Through Tap Healthcare Solutions?

At Tap Healthcare Solutions, we recognize the critical role specialized clinical pharmacists play in caring for some of the most vulnerable patients in healthcare. NICU Clinical Pharmacist Specialists bring advanced pharmaceutical knowledge and clinical judgment to complex neonatal cases, helping ensure that medication therapies are safe, effective, and tailored to each patient's unique needs.

This opportunity in Houston, Texas, offers an experienced neonatal pharmacy professional the chance to apply specialized expertise in a challenging and meaningful clinical environment where precise medication management can directly influence patient outcomes.

Our team will support you throughout the hiring process with clear communication, personalized attention, and a candidate-focused approach. We'll help ensure this opportunity aligns with your neonatal pharmacy experience, advanced residency training, compensation expectations, and long-term professional goals, helping you pursue a position where your specialized knowledge is valued and your contributions can make a meaningful difference.