Inpatient IV Sterile Compounding Pharmacist in Charge - Koshkonong, MO

A leadership opportunity is available for a Pharmacist in Charge to oversee pharmacy operations in an inpatient hospital setting. This 13-week contract position offers a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, providing a stable daytime work routine. The role supports a multidisciplinary team of pharmacists and technicians within a diverse clinical environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing Director of Pharmacy duties, such as creating schedules for pharmacy staff and technicians
• Collaborating with the Buyer to resolve medication supply chain challenges
• Leading the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee by preparing agendas, conducting meetings, and implementing approved initiatives
• Participating in three monthly medical staff committees and contributing to COPD readmission reduction efforts
• Facilitating monthly department meetings as well as daily weekday department huddles
• Managing ordering of controlled substances biweekly
• Overseeing payroll and managing access permissions for Pyxis medication systems

The pharmacy practices in a variety of specialty areas including obstetrics (excluding NICU and high-risk pregnancy), orthopedics, pediatrics (excluding PICU), oncology, cardiology, pulmonology, neurology, adult behavioral health, endocrinology, podiatry, general surgery, rheumatology, and wound care services. The pharmacy team consists of approximately 4.5 full-time pharmacists and 6 full-time pharmacy technicians, operating within a hospital preparing for its upcoming Joint Commission survey.

Preferred qualifications and experience include:

• Previous experience as Pharmacist in Charge or Director of Pharmacy in an inpatient hospital
• Proficiency with Meditech Expanse order entry system
• Sterile compounding expertise
• Active Missouri pharmacy license

Training will be provided onsite for two weeks before the start of maternity leave coverage. While this position does not require office on-call duties, the Pharmacist in Charge will act as a resource to support pharmacy staff during business hours.

This contract is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned pharmacist to lead pharmacy operations in a collaborative hospital environment. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to be considered.