43101 - Travel: Clinical Pharmacist I

VieMed Healthcare Staffing; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit

Comprehensive medical benefits

Referral bonus program

Licensure & certification reimburse

Paid sick time

Job summary

VHS is seeking a Travel Clinical Pharmacist I for Lake Charles, LA. The role offers flexible shifts and a competitive hourly pay rate, along with comprehensive medical benefits. Start as soon as possible with a temp-to-perm potential in a dynamic hospital setting.

Responsibilities include dispensing medications per orders, validating drug orders, and participating in clinical rounds and stewardship programs. Licensure and BLS are required; ACLS preferred.

Qualifications

• Louisiana Pharmacy Licensure required.
• BLS certification (AHA) required.
• Doctor of Pharmacy or BS Pharmacy degree.
• Hospital pharmacy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications accurately based on physician orders.
• Interpret and verify verbal and written drug orders into patient records.
• Compound and dispense sterile and non-sterile pharmaceuticals including chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition.
• Issue controlled substances and maintain regulatory records.
• Provide clinical consultation including drug interactions and contraindication review.
• Monitor and adjust drug therapies to ensure safety and efficacy.
• Participate in medication management, antibiotic and opioid stewardship programs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams during rounds and clinical activities.
• Educate patients and families on medication use and safety.

Skills

Hospital pharmacy experience

ICU experience

Emergency pharmacy experience

Behavioral health exposure

Orthopedic surgery exposure

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy or BS Pharmacy degree

Louisiana Pharmacy Licensure

Job description

Job Description

Travel Clinical Pharmacist I - Lake Charles, LA

Join a leading healthcare facility in Lake Charles, LA, as a Clinical Pharmacist. Enjoy a flexible schedule with multiple shift options, competitive hourly pay of $87.10, and comprehensive medical benefits. Start as soon as possible and make a meaningful impact in a dynamic hospital environment.

Quick Facts

• Location: Lake Charles, LA
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• End Date: 10/13/2027
• Shift: Various options including 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts (e.g., 7AM-3:30PM, 8AM-4:30PM, 1PM-9PM, etc.)
• Hours/Week: Flexible, based on shift choice
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Licenses/Certifications: Louisiana Pharmacy Licensure, BLS (required), ACLS (preferred)
• Experience: Hospital pharmacy experience preferred, including ICU, emergency, behavioral health, and orthopedic surgery

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $87.10
• Benefits:
  • Competitive pay packages
  • Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
  • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
  • Robust referral bonus program
  • Paid sick time (per applicable laws)
  • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable

What You'll Do

• Prepare and dispense medications accurately based on physician orders
• Interpret and verify verbal and written drug orders into patient records
• Compound and dispense sterile and non-sterile pharmaceuticals, including chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition
• Issue controlled substances and maintain regulatory records
• Provide clinical consultation, including drug interaction and contraindication review
• Monitor and adjust drug therapies, ensuring safety and efficacy
• Participate in medication management, antibiotic and opioid stewardship programs
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams during rounds and clinical activities
• Educate patients and families on medication use and safety

What You Need

• Required:
  • Louisiana Pharmacy Licensure
  • BLS certification (AHA)
  • Doctor of Pharmacy or BS Pharmacy degree
  • Hospital pharmacy experience preferred
• Preferred:
  • ACLS certification
  • Experience in ICU, emergency, behavioral health, or orthopedic settings

About the Assignment

This role is with a leading hospital in Lake Charles, LA, featuring diverse units including ICU, emergency department, behavioral health, and orthopedic surgery. You will provide vital pharmacy services to ensure safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication management. The position offers flexible scheduling with shifts that accommodate various work-life needs, starting ASAP with temp-to-perm potential.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ("EEO")/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife