A locum tenens opportunity is available for a skilled pharmacist in an inpatient pharmacy setting. The facility covers an entire hospital with 285 beds, all private rooms, providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care. This position features overnight shifts with varying hours, and pharmacists will collaborate with a dedicated team including technicians to ensure quality medication management.

Key Details
– Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
– Setting: Inpatient
– Start Date: ASAP
– Schedule: Overnight shifts—Sunday 6:30 PM – 6:30 AM, Monday to Wednesday 9:00 PM – 6:30 AM one week, Thursday to Saturday 6:30 PM – 6:30 AM
– Patient Population: All Ages
– Location: Independence, MO
– Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates

Benefits
– Weekly direct deposit
– Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
– Supportive credentialing assistance
– Lodging and mileage reimbursement
– Flexible scheduling

Job Responsibilities
– Manage and verify medication orders, including supervising technicians in the preparation of sterile IV compounds
– Collaborate on pain consults and dosage adjustments for medications like vancomycin and anticoagulants
– Use Dose Edge, Pyxis, and Pak Edge equipment effectively
– Provide emergency medication management

Qualifications
– Degree from an accredited Pharmacy School
– Licensed to practice Pharmacy in Missouri
– Preferred qualifications include ACLS/BLS certification and NICU experience

Working Hours
– Overnight shifts with a rotation every other week as detailed in the schedule

Skills
– Strong knowledge of EMR systems like Meditech
– Proficiency in medication management and verification processes
– Excellent teamwork and communication abilities within a fast-paced environment