Pharmacist

Job Title: Hospital Pharmacist
Company: Rx relief
Location: Elkhorn, NE (and surrounding area)
Pay Rate: $63.00 - $85.00 per hour (depending on experience)

Schedule & Shift Details:

Shift: Day Shift (8-hour shifts)

Schedule: 5 days a week

About Rx relief: Rx relief is a premier, specialty staffing company focused exclusively on providing high-quality pharmacy professionals to healthcare facilities. We are currently seeking a dedicated Hospital Pharmacist near Elkhorn, NE.

Position Overview: Under the general supervision of the Pharmacy Director, the Pharmacist will possess a working knowledge of all areas of hospital pharmaceutical services. You will function as a vital resource for staff, promote positive inter-departmental relationships, and ensure the highest standard of patient care while supporting JCAHO accreditation and continuous quality improvement.

Key Clinical & Patient Care Responsibilities:

Medication Reconciliation: Manage discharge medication lists and gather Prior to Admission (PTA) home medication lists from patients, families, or pharmacies.

Patient Counseling: Provide comprehensive discharge counseling and written medication education materials to patients and families.

Antimicrobial Stewardship: Interpret culture results and provide clinical recommendations for conditions such as UTIs, pneumonia, and SSTIs.

Dosing Management: Perform Pharmacokinetic and Anticoagulation dosing management and monitoring.

Therapy Monitoring: Monitor drug therapy regimens for contraindications, interactions (drug-drug, drug-food), allergies, and appropriate dosing. Detect and report suspected adverse drug reactions (ADRs).

Pharmacy Operations & Dispensing Duties:

Dispensing & Preparation: Read, interpret, and fill drug orders (including stat orders). Correctly prepare, sterilize, and label parenteral medications, IV solutions, and non-parenteral products. Check orders prepared by supportive personnel.

Inventory & Compliance: Maintain adequate drug supplies, process emergency procurements, and oversee the removal of outdated or recalled medications. Assure strict control, accountability, and documentation of controlled substances.

Facility Inspections: Conduct monthly inspections of assigned pharmacy areas, patient care units, and other areas where drugs are stored. Check and record refrigerator temperatures.

Emergency Stock: Maintain available stock of antidotes and emergency drugs; replace and charge for drugs removed from emergency carts and floor stock.

Documentation & Billing: Maintain accurate records required by law, submit patient charges, credit returned drugs, and maintain computer systems and databases.

Quality Assurance & Leadership:

Provide clinical consultation and clarification to medical practitioners.

Participate in Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) Committee meetings, implementing their decisions hospital-wide.

Participate in quality assurance programs relating to drug utilization/effectiveness and support the Pharmacy’s Econotherapeutic efforts.

Assist in training and orientation for new pharmacy staff and provide educational resources to other healthcare professionals.

Maintain strict confidentiality of patient and medical staff information.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of recent hospital pharmacy experience required.

Systems: EPIC EMR experience is heavily required.

Certifications: Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification.

Licensure: Active and clear Pharmacist license in the state of Nebraska.

Skills: Strong communication skills and clinical knowledge to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Why Work with Rx relief?

Competitive Pay: $63.00 - $85.00 per hour.

Benefits: Health, Vision, and Dental insurance available.

Support: Dedicated recruiters who understand the pharmacy industry and advocate for your success.

How to Apply: Ready to take the next step in your pharmacy career? Please apply today!

Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $70.00 Per Hour