A healthcare facility in Omaha, NE, is seeking a skilled Staff Pharmacist for a 13-week travel assignment focused on hospital inpatient pharmacy services. This role emphasizes patient and employee safety, adherence to pharmacy laws, and exceptional pharmaceutical care in a hospital setting. The pharmacist will maintain drug supplies, prepare and dispense medications accurately, and participate in clinical and administrative activities to support optimal patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain adequate pharmacy drug inventory and ensure timely procurement.
- Prepare, sterilize, label, and dispense medications, including parenteral products.
- Monitor and document all dispensed medications, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Conduct regular inspections of pharmacy and patient care areas.
- Control and document all controlled substances rigorously.
- Participate in developing and updating hospital formulary and pharmaceutical policies.
- Provide education and counseling to patients, healthcare staff, and new pharmacy team members.
- Engage in medication reconciliation, antimicrobial stewardship, pharmacokinetic dosing, and anticoagulation management.
- Utilize EPIC for documentation, billing, and medication management.
- Promote a culture of safety through adherence to established safety protocols and active participation in safety initiatives.
Qualifications and Desired Experience:
- Licensed pharmacist with hospital inpatient pharmacy experience.
- Strong clinical knowledge in antimicrobial stewardship, pharmacokinetics, and anticoagulation therapy.
- Proficient in medication reconciliation and patient counseling.
- Experience with EPIC electronic health records system.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Commitment to patient safety and regulatory compliance.
Schedule:
- Dayshift
This travel opportunity offers the chance to work in an environment dedicated to superior care and safety while developing and applying clinical expertise. Candidates interested in making a vital impact in patient care and pharmacy operations are encouraged to apply.
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