Inpatient Pharmacist Traveler

Vibra Travels; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Vibra Healthcare’s travel pharmacy program seeks a licensed Pharmacist to fill and dispense medication orders, provide patient counseling, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and staff to ensure safe, effective drug therapies. The role involves supporting antibiotic stewardship and stepping in for leadership as needed.

The position requires inpatient pharmacy experience, active licensure, and willingness to travel to assignments across Vibra’s partner facilities.

Qualifications

• Current, valid, and active Pharmacist license in the state of employment.
• Minimum of two years of inpatient hospital pharmacy experience.
• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited program.
• Experience verifying medication orders and dispensing in inpatient settings.
• Current driver's license and ability to travel.
• Pharmacy practice knowledge and competency in patient counseling.

Responsibilities

• Fill and dispense medication orders with proper handling and storage.
• Act as information resource to patients, physicians, nurses and healthcare professionals about medications.
• Collaborate with medical staff to deliver quality, cost-effective drug therapies.
• Participate in Antibiotic Stewardship Program focusing on patient safety.
• Lead in absence of the Director as assigned.

Skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Medication safety knowledge

Medication reconciliation

Education

PharmD or BS in Pharmacy

Tools

CPOE systems

Pharmacy information systems

Job description

Overview

Unlike working for agency after agency, with our travel program, you get to work for a company:

• Work with 1 recruiter from start to finish and assignment to assignment
• Local and Non-local positions available
• Competitive hourly rate in addition to tax-free stipend (if applicable)
• No pay cuts mid-contract
• Referral bonus (up to$1000per referral!)
• License reimbursement if traveling to new state where new license is required

Your pick of assignments at partner facilities from various health systems across the country

Vibra follows federal and state requirements for vaccinations, vaccination offerings, and disease screening. Some states and locations may have different vaccine or screening requirements.

To find out more information or check out our website at www.vibratravels.com

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Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for the filling and dispensing of medication orders, including the proper handling, usage and storage of drugs in the Pharmacy. Maintain standards set forth by the department and translate policies and procedures into daily operations. Responsible for acting as an information resource to patients, physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals regarding medication therapy and drug-related information and literature. Provides a coordination effort, in conjunction with the medical staff and nursing, in the delivery of quality and cost-effective drug therapies to patients. Participates in the hospital Antibiotic Stewardship Program with a focus on patient safety and public health. Demonstrates a competency to provide pharmaceutical care to patients of all relevant age groups. Provides leadership in the absence of the Director as assigned.

Location Details

Florence, South Carolina, is a city and county seat of Florence County, located at the intersection of Interstates 20 and 95. It's the primary city in the Florence metropolitan area and a hub in the Pee Dee region. As of the 2020 census, the city's population was 39,899, making it the 10th most populous in the state.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Pharmacist in the state of employment required
• Minimum of two (2) years of recent inpatient hospital pharmacy experience required
• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited program required
• Experience verifying medication orders and preparing and dispensing medications in an inpatient setting required
• Current, valid, and active driver’s license required
• Ability to travel using publicly available air and ground transportation

Certificates, Licensures, Registrations

• Current, valid, and active state license to practice as a Pharmacist required
• Current BLS certification from a Vibra Travels-approved vendor required, AHA preferred and required by some clients
• Additional certifications may be required by Vibra Travels and/or client

Additional Qualifications/Skills

• Experience collaborating with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Strong knowledge of inpatient medication safety, dosing, and clinical protocols
• Familiarity with computerized physician order entry (CPOE) systems and pharmacy information systems
• Ability to perform medication reconciliation and participate in clinical consults as required
• Strong attention to accuracy and detail
• Free from illegal drug use and effects of alcohol in the workplace