Hospital Inpatient Staff Pharmacist in Baton Rouge, LA

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.

This opportunity is for a Pharmacist to work primarily on the second shift within an inpatient hospital setting. The hospital maintains a census of approximately 60 to 70 active beds within a 131-bed capacity, providing a dynamic and fast-paced clinical environment. This position is a contract-to-hire opportunity offering a 13-week initial term with potential for extension or transition to direct hire. There are 3 to 4 openings available.

Key Schedule Details:

• Shift: Monday through Friday, 12:30 PM to 9:00 PM
• Rotating weekends required

Core Responsibilities:

• Perform medication order entry and verification, primarily using the Epic electronic health record system.
• Manage medication dispensing through Pyxis automated systems.
• Ensure safe and effective inpatient medication use aligned with hospital policies and standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize patient care and medication management.

Required Qualifications:

• Active Louisiana pharmacy license.
• Experience working in an inpatient hospital pharmacy.
• Familiarity with Epic system is preferred; training will be provided.
• Experience with Pyxis automation is a plus; training available.

This role is ideal for pharmacists who thrive in inpatient clinical settings and seek flexibility with a steady afternoon-evening shift schedule. The contract-to-hire structure allows for career growth and integration with the healthcare team.

Qualified candidates who meet the criteria and are interested in this opportunity are encouraged to apply to advance their pharmacy career in an inpatient hospital environment.

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