Travel Inpatient Pharmacist - $3,500 per week

Cross Country Allied; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Hospital Pharmacist in Alexandria, Louisiana, to provide inpatient pharmaceutical care for a 13-week assignment, with shifts ranging across 6:00am-11:00pm and 40 hours per week.

The role involves dispensing medications, verifying orders, ensuring drug safety, and supporting clinical care within an inpatient setting; ACPE/LA licensure and hospital experience are preferred. Travel benefits include housing and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist with hospital/inpatient experience preferred.
• Must have ACPE-accredited degree or equivalent and LA licensure.
• BLS/ACLS certification via AHA required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense drug orders and verify in the medication record.
• Supervise pharmacy support personnel and provide clinical consultation.
• Participate in antimicrobial and opioid stewardship and interdisciplinary rounds.

Skills

Hospital Pharmacist

Inpatient Pharmacy

Clinical Pharmacist

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

State Licensure (LA)

BLS or ACLS (AHA)

Job description

Cross Country Allied is seeking a travel Hospital Pharmacist for a travel job in Alexandria, Louisiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Hospital Pharmacist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 10/26/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
Pharmacist Inpatient, PHARM IP Located in an organizations healthcare facility, this position involves providing comprehensive pharmacy services within an inpatient setting. The role includes dispensing medications, monitoring drug therapies, and ensuring the safety and accuracy of patient medication records, supporting clinical care with efficiency and compassion.

Job Details

• Qualifications: Graduation from an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree (preferred) or a BS Pharmacy degree (accepted); State licensure (LA license required); BLS or ACLS certification via AHA; hospital experience preferred; pharmacy registration in the state of practice.
• Schedule: Varying shifts, including 6:00am-2:30pm, 7:00am-3:30pm, 8:00am-4:30pm, 11:00am-7:00pm, and/or 3:00pm-11:00pm; 40 hours per week.
• Responsibilities include preparing and dispensing drug orders, transcribing and verifying orders in the computerized patient medication record, maintaining accurate drug records, compounding pharmaceuticals, issuing controlled substances, supervising pharmacy support personnel, and providing clinical consultation and education.
• Clinical duties encompass ensuring safe, appropriate, and cost-effective drug therapies, monitoring for contraindications, drug interactions, and allergies, assisting with pharmacokinetic and renal dosing, and participating in quality improvement activities.
• Additional responsibilities include participating in antimicrobial stewardship, opioid stewardship, and medication management activities, and attending interdisciplinary rounds.
• Submission Requirements: Candidates should fully meet the listed qualifications and shall be prepared to perform clinical and operational pharmacy duties.

Benefits

• The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Allied Job ID #1307686. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PHA - PHARM IP Pharmacist Inpatient.

About Cross Country Allied

You bring the expertise. We bring the support you deserve. At Cross Country, we connect allied professionals with flexible opportunities designed around what matters most — your goals, your growth, and your wellbeing. Whether you specialize in imaging, respiratory, surgical, or lab work, we’re here to champion your success with nationwide roles, hands‑on support, and a team that sees you as essential. Because this isn’t just work. It’s your purpose.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus