Job Title
Travel Pharmacist – Acute Care Pharmacy – Weekend Days (Fri–Sun)
Location
Springfield, MO | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | 13 Weeks | On-Site | Days, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Friday through Sunday | Expected 36 hours/week
Key Responsibilities
- Use EPIC Dispense Prep to verify and check medications, including IVs, premade IVs, creams, insulin pens, and other pharmacy products as needed
- Verify and check kits, crash carts, prepacked items, and confirm code carts have been restocked correctly
- Coordinate and oversee workflow within the central pharmacy, serving as the primary pharmacist for central pharmacy operations
- Oversee surrounding pharmacy technicians and redirect them to pertinent tasks as needed; this role does not include supervisory or disciplinary authority over other individuals
- Float as required by the facility
- Adhere to facility call and weekend requirements as directed
Required Qualifications
- Active Missouri Pharmacist License required
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) only
- Minimum 1 year of experience; new graduates will be considered
- Flu vaccination or an approved exemption is required for assignments running November 1 through April 1; declinations are not accepted
- Must be available to work on-site 100% of the time
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Prior experience with EPIC EMR, particularly EPIC Dispense Prep
- Experience in a central pharmacy or acute care hospital pharmacy setting
- Familiarity with IV preparation, product verification workflows, and code cart checks
Why Join Us
- This assignment is with a recognized regional medical center holding a Level 1 Trauma and Burn Center designation, a Level 2 Stroke Center designation, and a high CMS Star Rating — offering exposure to a high-acuity, well-resourced clinical environment
- Strong likelihood of extension beyond the initial 13-week assignment for candidates performing well, with Springfield offering a variety of local attractions, dining, and outdoor activities