Hybrid AR Pharmacist – Antimicrobial Stewardship Leader

Staffing Solutions Organization LLC (SSO); Augusta (ME); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Staffing Solutions Organization LLC (SSO) seeks an Antimicrobial Resistance Pharmacist to support Maine public health initiatives. The role analyzes antimicrobial use data, drives stewardship across facilities, and develops educational materials for healthcare workers.

The position is part-time (<30 hours/week) with hybrid remote eligibility within Maine. Occasional travel and collaboration with health leaders are expected to advance AR reduction targets.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist credential (RPh or PharmD) required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a clinical, retail, or consulting pharmacist.
• Experience analyzing antibiotic utilization (AU) data across various data sets.
• Proven ability to lead statewide or large-scale antimicrobial stewardship initiatives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Skilled in hosting and managing virtual meetings (Teams, Zoom).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to simplify complex scientific concepts for varied audiences.
• Strong analytical, prioritization, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (required for in‑state travel).

Responsibilities

• Identify, access, and evaluate AR datasets (e.g., NHSN AU/AR, Medicare Part D, CDC Patient Safety Atlas, All-Payer Claims Data).
• Lead statewide antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) performance improvement initiatives across healthcare facility types.
• Collaborate with hospitals, nursing homes, and other partners to increase adherence to AMS core elements.
• Develop AR/AMS educational materials for frontline healthcare workers and the public.
• Support annual Antibiotics Awareness Week activities, including social media, educational content, and presentations.
• Engage healthcare facility leadership to discuss AMS strategies and AR reduction opportunities.
• Use data to identify priority areas and determine baseline and success metrics for AR reduction activities.
• Partner with Infection Preventionists on onsite or virtual assessments of facility antimicrobial practices.
• Chair or co-chair state AR/AMS workgroups.
• Submit weekly activity reports and monthly progress reports (as applicable).
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Pharmacist credential

Experience: 5+ years

Antibiotic utilization analysis

Leadership in AMS initiatives

Communication skills

Science communication

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Driver's license

In-state travel readiness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Staffing Solutions Organization LLC (SSO) seeks an Antimicrobial Resistance Pharmacist to support Maine public health initiatives. The role analyzes antimicrobial use data, drives stewardship across facilities, and develops educational materials for healthcare workers.

The position is part-time (<30 hours/week) with hybrid remote eligibility within Maine. Occasional travel and collaboration with health leaders are expected to advance AR reduction targets.