Inpatient Staff Pharmacist - Bridgeport, CT

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 renowned Level I Trauma Center pediatric hospital in Bridgeport, CT, offering an engaging contract opportunity for skilled inpatient pharmacists. This 13-week assignment begins on September 21 and features a rotating schedule of day and evening shifts, including weekends (five 8-hour shifts per week). The facility supports a high-volume, 1500-bed environment, providing a dynamic and impactful workplace.

This role welcomes pharmacists with a minimum of three years of experience—PGY1 residency preferred—or two to three years of focused inpatient pharmacy practice, including exposure to children’s and women’s health. Candidates must possess or be eligible for a Connecticut pharmacist license, which can be obtained quickly through the state’s temp licensing process within 7-10 business days. Experience with EPIC and Pyxis systems is essential. Candidates may contribute clinically in specialized areas or support operational pharmacy functions, such as sterile processing or pharmacist-in-charge duties, depending on experience and competencies.

Key Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of inpatient pharmacy experience; PGY1 residency residency preferred
• Connecticut Pharmacist license (temp license attainable in 7-10 days)
• Familiarity with EPIC and Pyxis systems
• Exposure to pediatric and women’s health pharmacy preferred
• Strong clinical and/or operational pharmacy skills
• Ability to work rotating day and evening shifts including weekends

Responsibilities:

• Provide pharmaceutical care in a fast-paced inpatient setting
• Participate in clinical or operational pharmacy activities according to skills
• Engage in orientation and training (16 non-billable hours provided)
• Uphold high standards of patient safety and medication management

This contract is ideal for pharmacists ready to make significant contributions in a specialized hospital environment while expanding their expertise in pediatric and women’s health. A thorough skills checklist, updated resume with gap explanations, two professional pharmacy references, and a copy of your Connecticut license will be required upon submission.

Take the next step in your pharmacy career with this challenging contract role. Apply today to be considered for this vital position!

Compensation for this position ranges from $52.00 to $64.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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