Pharmacist in Baton Rouge, LA

This opportunity focuses on a pharmacist role in a hospital setting located in Zachary, Louisiana, supporting a 131 licensed bed facility with an average daily census of 60-70 patients (goal of 80). The position requires immediate start and offers a contract assignment lasting a minimum of 90 days, with potential for extension or transition to a permanent role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide pharmaceutical care to inpatient populations, ensuring accuracy and patient safety.
• Utilize EPIC EMR system for order entry and documentation; training provided if needed.
• Prepare sterile compounded medications in compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with pharmacy technicians who assist with Pyxis device inventory management.
• Participate in rotating on-call schedule, averaging 5-7 days per month.
• Cover shifts from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM or 12:30 PM to 9:00 PM, including weekends; 40 hours per week with varied scheduling.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Active Louisiana pharmacist license required.
• Prior inpatient pharmacy experience is essential.
• Sterile compounding expertise highly preferred.
• Familiarity with EPIC EMR system is favored but not mandatory.
• Experience with Pyxis or similar automated systems is beneficial.

Location:

• Zachary, Louisianasupporting a closely-knit pharmacy team with six pharmacist FTEs and three pharmacy technician FTEs.

This contract role requires strong clinical skills, commitment to quality care, and flexibility in scheduling including weekend coverage and on-call duties. If you are a licensed Louisiana pharmacist ready to contribute your expertise in a supportive hospital environment, consider this opportunity to broaden your clinical impact with possibilities for long-term placement.

Apply now to take the next step in your pharmacy career.

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