Staff Pharmacist - New Castle, Colorado

A pharmacy professional role is open for a skilled Staff Pharmacist to provide expert pharmaceutical care within a hospital setting. This position supports a critical transition period as the facility converts from Meditech to Epic EMR systems. The assignment begins mid-March and extends approximately 20 weeks with a flexible start date and rotating shifts.

Location: New Castle, CO
Job Type: Contract
Schedule:

• Rotating day/evening shifts, 40 hours per week
• Start times at 06:30 or 08:00, Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends, 07:00–12:00

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and dispense medication orders accurately in alignment with physician requests.
• Maintain medication stock in patient care areas and ensure regulatory compliance for controlled substances.
• Monitor drug therapy regimens for interactions, allergies, and appropriateness.
• Perform pharmacokinetic dosing and review culture & sensitivity data to guide antibiotic therapy.
• Provide clinical consultation and clear drug information to practitioners and patients.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and serve as a member of the Code Response Team.
• Document all clinical activities comprehensively.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Active Colorado Pharmacist License in good standing.
• Graduate from an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS degree.
• Experience with Epic EMR is mandatory; Meditech knowledge is advantageous.
• Certification in BLS and ACLS from the American Heart Association.
• Flu vaccination required (no exemptions during October 1st – April 1st).

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a vital EMR system conversion while practicing pharmacy at a high level. Strong EPIC experience is essential for success.

If you meet these qualifications and are prepared for a rewarding contract assignment starting March 17th, apply now to join this dynamic healthcare environment.

Compensation for this position ranges from $54.00 to $61.00. 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.