Clinical Pharmacist - Jacksonville, Arkansas

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.

Support pediatric patient care as a Clinical Pharmacist on the night shift in a leading 359-bed teaching hospital. This role offers a dynamic, team-based environment where you will directly impact medication therapy for hospitalized children. The facility is a trauma level 1 center and one of the largest pediatric medical providers in the country, uniquely serving Arkansas as its sole pediatric medical center.

Schedule & Location:

• Night shifts, 7 days on/7 days off
• 12-hour shifts: Thursday through Wednesday, 7:00 pm – 7:00 am (flexible scheduling available)
• Located in Jacksonville, Arkansas
• Contract position for 13 weeks, with potential for temp to hire

Key Responsibilities:

• Compound and dispense medications according to physician orders
• Consult with medical staff on drug interactions, patient history, and medication use
• Monitor and verify dosing accuracy based on pediatric parameters such as weight and age
• Identify and resolve drug therapy issues, including allergies, interactions, and adverse reactions
• Recommend cost-effective and clinically appropriate alternative therapies
• Maintain accurate pharmacy records in compliance with regulations and hospital policies
• Educate patients, pharmacy technicians, pharmacists, and students as part of patient care and discharge planning
• Participate in drug information management and utilization review activities
• Manage medication ordering, inventory, and substitution processes to ensure availability

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Current Arkansas pharmacist license preferred; candidates in the licensing process considered (temporary license available)
• Minimum of 2 years inpatient pharmacy experience preferred
• IV therapy experience or IV certification preferred
• Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) preferred

This opportunity is ideal for pharmacists seeking to apply their clinical expertise in a fast-paced, pediatric-focused setting with supportive leadership and a traveler-friendly culture.

Apply now to contribute to exceptional pediatric care while growing your professional skills in this rewarding clinical role.

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