Inpatient Staff Pharmacist - Athens, Wisconsin

A rehabilitation hospital pharmacy is seeking a knowledgeable and dedicated Staff Pharmacist to support inpatient medication management and enhance patient care. This role offers an opportunity to transition from a contract to a full-time position based on performance and fit.

Location: Athens, WI
Position Type: Contract to Hire
Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Primary coverage from 12:30 PM to 9:00 PM (hours negotiable)
• Weekend, after-hours, and on-call coverage shared with pharmacy management
• Pharmacy operating hours shifting to 8:00 AM 9:00 PM with this hire

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and verify medication orders for accuracy, appropriateness, and safety
• Prepare, dispense, and verify medications including sterile IV compounds (limited IV compounding required, no chemotherapy)
• Monitor patient medication therapy, review labs, and recommend clinical interventions
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams to optimize medication use
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies as well as state and federal regulations
• Provide drug information and counseling to healthcare staff and patients
• Supervise and support pharmacy technicians and other pharmacy personnel
• Maintain detailed documentation of interventions and patient records
• Manage controlled substances and maintain inventory levels
• Participate in medication safety initiatives and quality assurance activities
• Stay current with pharmacy practice standards and clinical guidelines

Desired Experience and Qualifications:

• Active and clear Wisconsin pharmacist license
• Experience in inpatient hospital pharmacy practice, including IV compounding
• Familiarity with pharmacy automation systems such as Pyxis and hospital information systems like Wellsky
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, patient-focused environment

About the Facility:

• Rehab hospital with 30 staffed beds and an average daily census of 28
• Pharmacy team includes 2 pharmacists and 1 technician

This opportunity offers an engaging work environment with a flexible schedule and the potential for permanent employment. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in contributing to a patient-centered pharmacy team, we encourage you to apply today.