Pharmacist in Georgetown, KY

A rewarding opportunity is available for a skilled pharmacist to join a Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) setting on a 13-week contract starting ASAP. This role requires a healthcare professional who excels in clinical pharmacy practice, particularly within hospital or LTAC environments, and possesses strong communication and medication management expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform medication reconciliation to develop accurate discharge medication lists
• Collect prior-to-admission home medication information from patients, families, or retail pharmacies
• Provide thorough discharge counseling to patients and families, ensuring clarity and adherence
• Support Antimicrobial Stewardship by interpreting culture results and making evidence-based recommendations for infections including UTIs, pneumonia, and skin and soft tissue infections (SSTIs)
• Manage and monitor pharmacokinetic dosing and anticoagulation therapy
• Utilize EPIC system effectively for patient care documentation and workflow

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous hospital or LTAC experience is required
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Strong clinical knowledge of antimicrobial therapies and pharmacokinetics
• Excellent communication skills to engage patients and interdisciplinary teams effectively
• Proficiency with EPIC electronic health records preferred

Location:

• This role is based in Georgetown, KY

This contract assignment offers the chance to contribute your clinical knowledge in a specialized setting, working alongside a collaborative healthcare team focused on patient-centered care. If you have a passion for pharmacy practice in a complex care environment and meet the qualifications, apply now to advance your career and make an impact in LTAC patient outcomes.