Travel Inpatient Pharmacist | Cooperstown, New York

This opportunity is for an experienced inpatient pharmacist to provide critical support at a well-established hospital within a respected healthcare network in Upstate New York. The role is a 13-week travel contract based in a charming small city nestled in the Catskill Mountains region. This position offers a dynamic inpatient hospital pharmacy environment with a fully staffed team and the chance to utilize specialized sterile compounding skills in compliance with USP 797 and USP 800 standards.

Responsibilities include verifying medication orders, dispensing, overseeing pharmacy technicians, performing pharmacokinetic dosing for vancomycin and aminoglycosides, and supporting general inpatient pharmacy workflow. Strong comfort and experience with sterile compounding and technician supervision are essential. There is no routine expectation to participate in codes, rapid responses, rounds, or antimicrobial stewardship at this time. The pharmacist may also provide coverage at a nearby hospital within the network as needed.

Schedule and Location:

• Monday through Friday, department hours: 6:30 AM 5:00 PM
• Shift options: multiple start/end times between 6:30 AM and 5:00 PM
• On-call duty may be added with approximately 23 nights per week
• No weekends or holidays anticipated initially; occasional weekend rotation may arise
• Located in the scenic Catskill Mountains region in a small, welcoming community

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Active New York State pharmacist license (required)
• Recent inpatient hospital pharmacy experience (retail/outpatient only is insufficient)
• Proven sterile compounding skills and knowledge of USP 797 and USP 800 requirements
• Familiarity with EMR systems such as Epic and dispensing systems like BD Pyxis preferred
• Comfortable with flexible scheduling, potential on-call requirements, and occasional float coverage

This contract position includes a full travel package covering housing, meals, and mileage. Onsite orientation and training are provided for a smooth transition.

Pharmacists licensed in New York with inpatient hospital experience and sterile compounding expertise are encouraged to apply immediately to take advantage of this rewarding opportunity. Submit your credentials today to contribute your skills in a supportive hospital pharmacy setting while enjoying the picturesque surroundings.

Compensation for this position ranges from $52.00 to $66.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.