Clinical Pharmacist - North Little Rock, AR

Job Description

Job Description

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree, active Pharmacist license, and minimum 1+ years Pharmacist experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

Join a leading 359-bed, trauma level 1 teaching hospital specializing in pediatric care as a night shift pharmacist. This contract opportunity, starting ASAP for 13 weeks with potential temp-to-hire conversion, supports a dynamic, fast-paced team dedicated to exceptional patient outcomes. The hospital ranks among the top pediatric medical providers nationally and is recognized as the sole pediatric medical center in Arkansas.

Location: North Little Rock, AR
Schedule: 7 on/7 off night shifts, 12-hour shifts (7pm–7am, Thursday through Wednesday; scheduling flexibility available)
Type: Contract

Key Responsibilities:

• Compound and dispense medications according to physician orders.
• Collaborate with medical staff on drug interactions, patient histories, and therapeutic plans.
• Respond to patient inquiries regarding medication use and dosages.
• Ensure all pharmacy documentation complies with regulatory and hospital standards.
• Verify doses appropriate to pediatric patient parameters—weight, age, diagnosis.
• Identify and manage drug therapy issues such as allergies, interactions, or adverse reactions.
• Evaluate formulary and non-formulary drug needs and suggest cost-effective therapies.
• Monitor patient therapy outcomes and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Educate patients, technicians, pharmacists, and students; participate in discharge planning.
• Process medication orders promptly with attention to priority and accuracy.
• Coordinate medication supply orders and inventory management.

Qualifications:

• Valid Arkansas pharmacist license preferred; temporary licenses granted by the state. Candidates in the licensing process are considered.
• Minimum of 2 years inpatient pharmacy experience preferred.
• IV experience or IV certification is a plus.
• Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) preferred.

This role offers exposure to a progressive, state-of-the-art facility with a supportive, traveler-friendly environment. If you have the expertise and commitment to pediatric clinical pharmacy care and are ready to bring your skills to a respected institution, apply today to take the next step in your career.

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