Inpatient Pharmacy Manager - Reno, NV

RPh on the Go USA, Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

RPh on the Go USA, Inc. seeks a Pharmacy Manager for a contract assignment in Reno, NV to lead inpatient hospital pharmacy operations in a post-acute setting with 25 beds and an average census of 23 patients.

Responsibilities include reviewing orders, supervising distribution, guiding staff, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with pharmacy laws while collaborating with physicians and nurses. Weekend/on-call coverage required.

Qualifications

• Active Nevada pharmacist license required.
• Experience with IV compounding in inpatient hospital settings.
• Strong leadership and staff management abilities.
• Familiar with hospital pharmacy systems; WellSky experience valuable.
• Comfortable operating Pyxis automation and remote order entry support.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify medication orders and dosing per patient needs.
• Supervise medication distribution to units and manage carts/Pyxis.
• Provide leadership and training for pharmacy technicians; schedule and evaluate staff.
• Oversee inventory, ordering, controlled substances, and waste reduction.
• Ensure compliance with laws, policies, and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with clinicians to optimize therapy and patient care.
• Participate in medication safety initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Medication safety

Collaboration with physicians

On-call coverage

Education

Nevada Pharmacist License

Tools

WellSky

Pyxis

Job description

Pharmacy - Pharmacy Manager 3 days ago Reno, NV

An opportunity is available to lead pharmacy operations in a post-acute specialty hospital setting with 25 staffed beds and an average daily census of 23 patients. This contract role, located in Reno, NV, spans 8+ weeks and provides an engaging environment to oversee medication management and patient safety within a focused inpatient hospital pharmacy.

Work Schedule:

• Pharmacy hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday
• Weekend, after-hours, and on-call coverage required

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and verify medication orders, assess for drug interactions, and ensure proper dosing aligned with patient needs
• Manage and supervise medication distribution to patient care units, including medication carts, automated dispensing cabinets (Pyxis), and emergency medication supplies
• Provide leadership and training for pharmacy technicians; develop staff schedules and performance
• Oversee inventory control including medication ordering, stock monitoring, controlled substance management, and waste reduction
• Ensure compliance with state and federal pharmacy laws, hospital policies, and accreditation standards
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize medication therapy and patient care
• Participate in medication safety initiatives to uphold the highest patient safety standards

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Active and clear Nevada pharmacist license is mandatory
• Proven experience in IV compounding within an inpatient hospital setting
• Strong leadership and staff management skills
• Familiarity with hospital pharmacy systems; Wellsky experience is highly valuable
• Comfortable operating with Pyxis automation system
• Ability to handle on-call pharmacist responsibilities during off‑hours, supported by remote order entry services

This contract assignment offers a direct impact on patient outcomes while exercising leadership in a well‑supported, specialized hospital pharmacy environment. Flexible candidates willing to cover weekend and on‑call shifts will thrive in this role.

If you are a licensed pharmacist with pharmacy manager expertise and inpatient hospital experience seeking a challenging contract opportunity.

Your expertise will be key in driving exceptional pharmacy care for this health facility.

Compensation for this position ranges from $60.00 to $65.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here .

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