Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) - Columbia, Missouri

An interim Pharmacist in Charge is needed for an inpatient behavioral health facility in St Charles, MO, to provide leadership and pharmacy operations oversight during a transitional period of approximately four weeks or until a permanent hire is made. This contract role requires immediate availability to ensure continuous, compliant pharmaceutical services.

Location: St Charles, MO
Setting: Inpatient Behavioral Health
Duration: Approximately 4 weeks
Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• 30-minute unpaid meal break

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily pharmacy operations and ensure compliance with pertinent regulations
• Manage medication dispensing and inventory control in an inpatient behavioral health setting
• Provide leadership and support to pharmacy staff
• Utilize automated drug dispensing systems and maintain accurate documentation and reporting
• Assist with repackaging medications using milliliter (Milt), Medi-dose, or HCL systems
• Load medications into automated machines and run restock reports to ensure timely supply

Qualifications:

• Licensed Pharmacist in the state of Missouri (MO License required)
• Experience with Omnicell automated dispensing systems preferred
• Familiarity with medication repackaging processes using Milt, Medi-dose, or HCL systems is desirable
• Basic understanding of loading drugs in automated dispensing machines and generating restock reports
• Strong organizational and leadership skills in a clinical pharmacy environment

This contract opportunity is ideal for experienced pharmacists who can step into a critical pharmacy leadership role and maintain seamless operations in a behavioral health inpatient setting.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resumes promptly for immediate consideration. Apply now to contribute your expertise to this essential interim position.