Hospital Pediatric Pharmacist - Little Rock, AR
A dynamic hospital pharmacy opportunity is available for a pharmacist with pediatric and inpatient experience. This role is based in Little Rock, Arkansas at a 359-bed, Level 1 trauma teaching hospital specializing in pediatric care. As a key member of a passionate, fast-paced healthcare team, you will provide expert pharmaceutical care in a cutting-edge environment.
Location: Little Rock, AR
Type: Direct Hire
Schedule: 8-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM 3:30 PM
Start: ASAP
Qualifications / Desired Experience:
- Current Arkansas pharmacist license required
- Minimum 2 years inpatient pharmacy experience preferred
- IV experience or IV Certification highly preferred
- Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) designation a plus
- New graduates with strong academic backgrounds are encouraged to apply
Responsibilities:
- Compound and dispense medications according to physicians orders with a focus on pediatric patients
- Consult with medical staff regarding drug interactions, patient histories, and optimal medication usage
- Provide accurate medication information and dosage guidance to patients and healthcare providers
- Ensure compliance with pharmacy data documentation, regulatory standards, and security procedures
- Verify dosing appropriateness based on diagnosis, weight, age, and body surface area
- Identify and intervene in cases of allergies, drug interactions, adverse drug reactions, and therapeutic duplications
- Recommend cost-effective alternative therapies and assess non-formulary medication needs
- Maintain high standards in medication preparation, labeling, and quality assurance
- Process medication orders efficiently with proper prioritization
- Engage in patient care activities and collaborate with healthcare teams for optimal outcomes
- Participate in education and training of patients, technicians, pharmacists, and students
- Conduct drug utilization reviews, monitor therapeutic outcomes, and support discharge planning
- Manage medication inventory, including ordering, substitution, and loan/borrow coordination
Why Consider This Role?
- Work within one of the largest pediatric medical providers in the U.S.
- Be part of a progressive, supportive, and traveler-friendly workplace
- Opportunity for direct hire stability with a renowned pediatric teaching hospital
Pharmacists passionate about pediatric care and advancing their career within a tertiary care environment will find this position rewarding. Apply today to contribute to exemplary healthcare delivery in Arkansas only pediatric medical center.
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