Inpatient Pharmacist | Danville, Kentucky

A healthcare facility is seeking a Staff Pharmacist with experience in long-term acute care (LTAC) to maintain and manage pharmacy operations in a hospital inpatient setting. This contract position begins immediately and lasts approximately 13 weeks in Danville, KY.

The primary responsibilities include ensuring adequate drug supply and adherence to federal and state regulations, managing procurement processes, overseeing inventory and controlled substances, preparing and dispensing medications accurately, and maintaining clean and safe pharmacy conditions. The role demands participation in pharmacy policy development, education and training programs, medication reconciliation, and patient counseling for discharge medications.

Key duties also encompass clinical monitoring of drug therapy, including antimicrobial stewardship, interpretation of culture results, dosing management, and providing consultation to healthcare providers. Proficiency with EPIC systems and quality assurance program participation are essential.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain drug inventory and proper procurement procedures
• Prepare and dispense all types of medications accurately
• Conduct medication reconciliation and discharge counseling
• Participate in antimicrobial stewardship and pharmacokinetic dosing management
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and maintain documentation
• Support and train pharmacy staff and contribute to quality improvement programs
• Monitor patient drug therapies for safety and efficacy
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams

Qualifications:

• Prior hospital or LTAC pharmacy experience required
• BLS certification
• Strong clinical knowledge in antimicrobial stewardship and dosing management
• Experience with EPIC electronic medical records system
• Excellent communication and documentation skills

This contract role offers an opportunity to apply your expertise in a focused inpatient setting supporting patient care and safety. If you have the required experience and are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding assignment, apply today to be considered.