An opportunity exists for a Clinical Pharmacist to support patient care through expert medication management and clinical consultation. This role is based in Glenwood Springs, CO, and requires a pharmacist with strong expertise in hospital pharmacy operations and experience with Epic electronic medical records.
Location: Glenwood Springs, CO
Type: Contract assignment, expected through mid-August 2026 (with start date flexibility)
Schedule:
- Rotating day/evening shifts, 40 hours per week
- Shift starts at 6:30 AM or 8:00 AM Monday through Friday
- Rotating weekends with shifts from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and dispense medications according to physician orders, including complex admixtures and IV preparations
- Maintain medication stock and ensure safe, cost-effective medication therapies aligned with policies and protocols
- Monitor drug therapies for interactions, allergies, and proper dosing, including pharmacokinetics
- Review culture and sensitivity data for antibiotic appropriateness and suggest therapeutic alternatives
- Provide clinical drug information to practitioners, patients, and families
- Document clinical activities comprehensively and participate in quality improvement initiatives
- Serve as a member of the Code Response Team and deliver training and education to clinical staff
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
- Active Colorado Pharmacist License in good standing
- Graduate of an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy with a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications (American Heart Association)
- Mandatory flu vaccine (no exemptions) for the October to April period
- Experience with Epic electronic medical records is required
- Meditech system experience is a plus, as the facility is transitioning from Meditech to Epic
This assignment offers involvement in a critical EMR conversion project and the opportunity to impact patient safety and medication management directly.
If you meet these qualifications and are prepared to contribute your clinical pharmacy expertise in a dynamic hospital environment, submit your application to be considered for this valuable contract opportunity.
Compensation for this position ranges from $61.00 to $66.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- Competitive Salary
- Weekly Paycheck
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Extensive Medical Coverage
- Licensing Assistance
- Custom Housing
- Travel Assistance
- Professional Development Reimbursement