Inpatient Pharmacist - Springfield, MO

An opportunity is available for a Pharmacist to support inpatient hospital pharmacy operations within the Acute Care Pharmacy at a well-established medical facility in Springfield, Missouri. This contract role offers a vital position ensuring medication accuracy, safety, and efficient pharmacy workflow in a fast-paced acute care environment.

Location: Springfield, Missouri (1235 E Cherokee St)

Schedule:

• 1st Shift: 10-hour shifts, 7 days on/7 days off
• 2nd Shift: 10-hour shifts, 7 days on/7 days off
• 3rd Shift (Nights): 7 days on/7 days off

Assignment Length: 13 weeks with a strong possibility of extension

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize EPIC system for medication verification and preparation
• Verify medication products including IVs, premade IVs, creams, insulin pens, code and crash carts, and prepack items
• Coordinate workflow within the central pharmacy to ensure timely and accurate dispensing
• Oversee pharmacy technicians workflow, redirecting tasks as necessary to maintain efficiency
• Ensure code carts and crash carts are correctly restocked and ready for emergency use

Qualifications and Experience:

• Missouri Pharmacist licensure required
• Minimum of 1 year of pharmacy experience; new graduates considered
• Familiarity with EPIC electronic medical record system
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic hospital setting

Training: 2-3 weeks of hands-on training primarily focused on product verification and process acclimation

Work Environment:

• The central pharmacy team includes 5 pharmacists and 10 technicians during day shifts and 2 pharmacists with 5-6 technicians on evening shifts
• This position is the primary pharmacist for overseeing central pharmacy operations, distinct from order review roles performed by other pharmacists
• While you will direct technicians activities, supervisory responsibilities are not part of this role

This contract role suits pharmacists seeking to engage in a critical hospital pharmacy function with a consistent 7 on/7 off schedule, providing work-life balance while contributing to inpatient care excellence.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to take advantage of this engaging hospital pharmacy opportunity.