Pharmacist in Harrodsburg, KY

A healthcare facility in Harrodsburg, KY seeks a skilled Pharmacist for a contract role focused on maintaining optimal pharmacy operations and ensuring exemplary patient care through expert medication management. This position requires a candidate with prior hospital or LTAC experience and BLS certification, proficient in clinical pharmacy practices and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities: • Maintain adequate drug inventory, order medications timely, manage emergency procurement, and conduct annual inventory. • Ensure compliance with Federal and State Pharmacy laws and oversee removal and documentation of outdated and recalled medications. • Prepare, sterilize, label parenteral medications; assess competency of staff preparing/administering parenterals. • Accurately fill and dispense medications, including stat orders; maintain control and accountability for dispensed drugs. • Document all drug transactions and patient charges; manage pharmacy cleanliness and monitor refrigerator temperatures. • Conduct monthly inspections of drug storage/dispensing areas; manage controlled substances following legal requirements. • Provide pharmaceutical policies review and participate in staff training, orientation, and education programs. • Counsel patients on discharge medications, providing written educational materials as needed. • Participate in quality assurance, medication use review, and Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee meetings. • Monitor patient drug therapy for interactions, allergies, and dosage appropriateness; support antimicrobial stewardship and pharmacokinetic dosing. • Utilize EPIC for medication reconciliation and billing functions effectively.

Qualifications / Desired Experience: • Prior hospital or LTAC pharmacy experience. • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. • Strong communication skills to gather medication history and provide effective discharge counseling. • Clinical expertise in Antimicrobial Stewardship, Pharmacokinetic and Anticoagulation dosing management. • Familiarity with Epic systems and medication reconciliation at discharge. • Ability to foster positive inter and intra-departmental relationships and support continuous quality improvement.

Location: • Harrodsburg, KY

This contract opportunity allows you to apply your clinical pharmacy knowledge and regulatory expertise within a dynamic healthcare setting. Take the next step in your pharmacy career by applying today.