Pharmacist Hospital In-Patient Travel assignment

Job Description

Job Description

Great Opportunity to work in Peridot, AZ at a IHS facility! AZ license not required, just a Pharmacist License in good standing in any state!

Job Title: Night Shift In-patient Pharmacist
Department: Pharmacy
Reports To: Pharmacy Manager / Clinical Pharmacy Supervisor
Shift: Night Shift 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM Position Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Night Shift In-patient Pharmacist to join our hospital pharmacy team. This role involves providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care to in-patients during overnight hours, ensuring the safe and effective use of medications throughout the hospital. The pharmacist will collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to support patient care, medication dispensing, and emergency pharmaceutical services during the night.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and verify physician medication orders for appropriateness, accuracy, and patient safety.

• Dispense medications in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.

• Provide clinical advice to healthcare staff on drug selection, dosage, interactions, and contraindications.

• Monitor patient medication therapies and adjust regimens as appropriate under collaborative practice protocols or physician consultation.

• Prepare and check IV admixtures, chemotherapy, and other sterile compounds as needed.

• Support emergency code situations by preparing and dispensing urgent medications (e.g., Code Blue response).

• Document interventions and medication-related issues in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

• Ensure compliance with hospital formulary, and support medication stewardship efforts.

• Maintain accurate records of controlled substances and participate in inventory management.

• Collaborate with evening and day staff to ensure smooth shift transitions and continuity of care.

Qualifications:

• Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from an accredited institution.

• Licensure: Current and active Pharmacist license in [State].

• Experience:

  • Hospital pharmacy experience preferred.

  • Experience in critical care, internal medicine, or emergency medicine is a plus.

• Certifications:

  • BLS/ACLS certification preferred.

  • Board certification (e.g., BCPS) is a plus.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of hospital pharmacy operations and clinical therapeutics.

• Excellent communication and decision-making skills, especially under pressure.

• Ability to work independently and handle overnight responsibilities with minimal supervision.

• Familiarity with EMR systems and pharmacy software (e.g., EPIC, Cerner, Pyxis).

Working Conditions:

• Night shift position with rotating weekends and holidays.

• May require standing for extended periods, occasional lifting of medication containers, and use of protective equipment for sterile compounding.