Travel Pharmacist

KWZ Solutions; Peridot (AZ); On-site; USD 61,992 - 89,544; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a qualified Travel Pharmacist to join a hospital team in Peridot, AZ. The ideal candidate will have significant pharmacy experience and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. Essential duties include providing care to inpatients, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and adhering to pharmacy regulations. Competitive compensation offered for a three-month contract.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of professional pharmacy experience.
• Current and valid state pharmacy license; Arizona state license preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
• Certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care to inpatients and emergency room patients.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for medication management.
• Document patients’ medication histories and evaluations.
• Participate in staff education and patient counseling.
• Maintain compliance with pharmacy regulations.

Skills

Hospital pharmacy experience

Critical thinking

Interpersonal communication skills

Self-motivation

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy

PharmD preferred

One year of residency

Job description

Job Title:

Travel Pharmacist

Location:

Peridot, AZ

Contract Duration:

Immediate need - Three-month contract to start

Position Overview:

We are seeking a qualified and dedicated Travel Pharmacist to join the inpatient and emergency room pharmacy team in Peridot, AZ. This role is essential in providing pharmaceutical care and support within a hospital setting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pharmacy with a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care to inpatients and emergency room patients.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure safe and effective medication management.
• Adhere to pharmacy policies and unit protocols, including documenting patients’ medication histories and evaluations.
• Participate in staff education and patient counseling as needed.
• Maintain compliance with all state and federal pharmacy regulations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from an accredited institution; PharmD preferred, including one year of residency.
• Minimum of five years of professional pharmacy experience.
• Current and valid state pharmacy license; Arizona state license preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
• Certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) are required; PALS can be obtained on-site within the first month of hire.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screening.

Must-Have Skills and Qualifications:

• Hospital pharmacy experience is required.
• Strong critical thinking and interpersonal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with a flexible approach to work.
• High level of integrity and self-awareness.
• A positive attitude and a genuine team player mentality.

Unit Policies:

• Clock In/Out: All staff must clock in/out on Kronos; no overtime without prior approval.
• Lunch Breaks: Required as per policy.
• Overtime: Pre-approval signature from the manager is required.
• Cell Phone Use: Not permitted during working hours.
• Reporting: All injuries, COVID-19 concerns, and sick calls must be reported to a manager or supervisor immediately.
• Call-In Policy: Staff must provide a minimum of 2 hours’ notice when unable to work.
• Missed Shift: No missed shifts allowed.
• Cancellation Policy: The client may cancel one shift every two weeks.
• Block Scheduling: Not applicable; Monday-Friday shifts only.