Inpatient Staff Pharmacist in Meriden, CT

A leading pediatric and women’s health hospital within a major Level I Trauma Center is seeking two experienced pharmacists for a 13-week contract starting November 2nd. This role offers a dynamic inpatient pharmacy environment with a focus on clinical and operational responsibilities tailored to your background. Candidates with inpatient pharmacy experience and some exposure to pediatric or women’s health will find opportunities to contribute significantly, whether in clinical specialties or pharmacy operations such as sterile processing or Pharmacist in Charge duties.

Location: Meriden, CT (near a prominent hospital facility)

Schedule:

• Rotating shifts including days and evenings
• Rotating weekends
• Five 8-hour shifts per week

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical pharmacy services in relevant inpatient areas including pediatrics and women’s health
• Manage and oversee sterile processing and dispensing pharmacy operations as needed
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize medication therapy and patient safety
• Utilize EPIC electronic medical records and Pyxis medication management systems
• Participate in orientation and training (non-billable 16 hours) for seamless integration

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of pharmacy experience and PGY1 residency or 2-3 years of comparable experience without residency
• Experience in inpatient pharmacy settings with exposure to pediatric or women’s health preferred
• Ability to obtain a Connecticut pharmacist license within 7-10 business days (temporary license available)
• Proficient with EPIC and Pyxis systems

Additional Information:

• No local candidates within a 75-mile radius; relocation or travel flexibility required
• Strong references and updated resume with explained gaps required for submission
• Competitive compensation in line with industry standards

This opportunity is ideal for pharmacists ready to deliver high-impact care in a specialized, fast-paced environment. Apply now to be considered for this rewarding role. Contracts of this nature provide valuable experience with potential to influence pediatric and women’s health pharmacy practices directly.

Compensation for this position ranges from $52.00 to $64.00. 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.