Staff Pharmacist

Staff Pharmacist - Acute Care Inpatient Hospital (13-Week Contract) Overview: A well-established healthcare organization is seeking a Staff Pharmacist to provide inpatient pharmacy services within an acute-care hospital setting. The pharmacist will support safe and effective medication use, collaborate with clinical teams, and maintain compliance with hospital and regulatory standards. This is a structured contract role suited for pharmacists experienced in inpatient operations and fast-paced clinical environments. Key Responsibilities Verify, prepare, and dispense medications for inpatient units Review medication orders for accuracy, safety, and clinical appropriateness Provide dosing recommendations, pharmacokinetic monitoring, and therapeutic drug management Support transitions of care through medication reconciliation and patient counseling Respond to stat orders, code situations, and urgent medication requests Perform sterile and non-sterile compounding in line with USP 797/800 Assist with formulary adherence and clinical protocol compliance Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and care teams to optimize therapy plans Manage and troubleshoot automated dispensing cabinets Document all clinical and operational activities within the EHR Maintain accurate inventory control and ensure safe medication storage practices Qualifications Active, unrestricted Pharmacist license (state license for the region required) Recent inpatient or acute-care hospital pharmacy experience Strong knowledge of hospital pharmacotherapy and clinical guidelines Familiarity with major EHR systems preferred Strong communication and clinical decision-making skills Work Environment & Schedule 13-week contract; approximately 40 hours per week within an inpatient hospital in the Central California region. Shift details may vary based on departmental needs. Why Work With Us Competitive weekly compensation Stable contract with consistent hours Collaborative team environment Opportunity to strengthen inpatient clinical skills Meaningful role supporting patient safety and quality care #J-18808-Ljbffr Pharmacy Careers