Hospital Pediatric Pharmacist | Little Rock, Arkansas

Job Description

Job Description

A well-established pediatric hospital with 359 beds is seeking a skilled Pharmacist with hospital inpatient and pediatric experience. This contract-to-hire opportunity offers a fast-paced, collaborative environment within a state-of-the-art, trauma level 1 teaching hospital specializing in pediatric care. The medication safety and patient care team values pharmacy professionals who help optimize therapeutic outcomes for young patients.

Location:

• Little Rock, AR

Schedule/

Hours:

• 7 on / 7 off nights
• 12-hour shifts
• Thursday through Wednesday, 7:00 pm – 7:00 am
• Department of pharmacy offers scheduling flexibility

Responsibilities:

• Compound and dispense medications as prescribed by physicians.
• Consult with medical staff regarding drug interactions, patient history, and medication use.
• Address patient questions regarding dosage and medications.
• Verify doses based on pediatric considerations such as diagnosis, weight, and age.
• Identify and intervene in drug therapy problems including allergies, interactions, and adverse reactions.
• Evaluate drug selection, initiate therapy when necessary, and suggest cost-effective alternatives.
• Ensure compliance with pharmacy data recording, regulatory standards, and hospital procedures.
• Participate in patient care rounds to monitor therapeutic outcomes and provide recommendations.
• Educate and train patients, pharmacy technicians, pharmacists, and students.
• Manage medication supply orders, inventory, and backorders efficiently.
• Perform drug information and review drug utilization as part of safety initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Licensed as a Pharmacist in Arkansas
• Minimum 2 years inpatient pharmacy experience preferred
• IV experience or IV certification preferred
• Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) certification preferred
• Prior pediatric hospital experience is highly desirable

This role is ideal for pharmacists seeking to advance their career within a leading pediatric healthcare system. The contract begins immediately with a possibility to convert to permanent status.

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