IV Sterile Compounding Inpatient Staff Pharmacist in Saint Francis, SD

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.

An opportunity exists for an experienced inpatient pharmacist to provide expert pharmaceutical care during night shifts at an Indian Health Service (IHS) facility located near Rosebud, SD. This contract role offers the chance to work within a dynamic inpatient hospital pharmacy environment, supporting a culturally diverse patient population with a focus on respectful and comprehensive care.

Location: Approximately 3-5 hours from Rosebud, SD
Shift: Nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Schedule: 12-hour shifts with a 30-minute break
Setting: Indian Health Service Hospital

Key Responsibilities:

• Review medication orders alongside labs, vitals, allergies, and patient charts to ensure safe and effective therapy
• Process, verify, and dispense medication and prescription orders
• Prepare IV admixtures and support inpatient medication distribution processes
• Counsel and educate patients about their medications to promote understanding and adherence
• Collaborate closely with healthcare providers, nursing staff, and fellow pharmacists
• Address drug-therapy questions and clarify orders as needed
• Recognize and respond appropriately to adverse drug reactions and emergencies
• Manage refill requests and outside prescriptions efficiently
• Perform controlled-substance audits and complete required IHS training and documentation

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Active South Dakota Pharmacist license
• Proven experience in inpatient hospital pharmacy practice
• IHS or Tribal Health experience is highly valued
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Proficiency with IV admixture preparation
• Comfortable utilizing electronic health records and pharmacy systems
• Valid U.S. driver’s license
• Immunization certification if administering vaccines

This position requires the ability to work independently during night hours while delivering patient-centered, culturally sensitive care within an IHS setting. Candidates ready to support health and healing in this unique community are encouraged to apply.

Apply today to contribute your expertise in inpatient pharmacy care to an essential healthcare facility serving tribal populations.

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