Inpatient IV Sterile Compounding Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) - Caulfield, Missouri

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree, active Pharmacist license, and minimum 1+ years Pharmacist in Charge experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

An opportunity is available for a Pharmacist in Charge to lead pharmacy operations within an inpatient hospital environment. This role demands a highly organized professional with hands-on experience managing pharmacy staff, overseeing medication distribution, and collaborating across clinical departments to ensure top-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as Director of Pharmacy: develop staff schedules, manage technician and pharmacist workflow.
• Collaborate with the Buyer to resolve medication supply chain issues promptly.
• Lead the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee by preparing agendas, conducting meetings, and implementing approved protocols.
• Participate in monthly medical staff committee meetings and initiatives aimed at reducing COPD readmissions.
• Conduct monthly department meetings and daily weekday department huddles.
• Manage ordering of controlled substances twice weekly.
• Oversee payroll processes and maintain user access to Pyxis systems.
• Act as an accessible resource to pharmacy staff during business hours (M-F, 8am-4:30pm).
• Complete a 2-week onsite training period prior to maternity leave coverage.

Desired Experience and Qualifications:

• Valid Missouri pharmacy license.
• Proven experience as a Pharmacist in Charge or Director of Pharmacy in an inpatient hospital setting.
• Competency in sterile compounding procedures.
• Familiarity with Meditech Expanse order entry system is preferred.
• Exposure to various specialty areas including OB (excluding NICU/high-risk pregnancy), orthopedics, pediatrics (excluding PICU), oncology, cardiology, pulmonology, neurology, behavioral health, endocrinology, podiatry, general surgery, rheumatology, and wound care.

Environment and Team:

• Hospital inpatient setting with approximately 4.5 pharmacist and 6 technician full-time equivalents.
• Joint Commission survey preparation underway.

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.
• No after-hours on-call responsibilities, though support for pharmacy staff questions is expected during business hours.

This contractual assignment spans 13 weeks and involves stepping into a leadership role during a critical transition period. Candidates with a strong background in inpatient pharmacy management and sterile compounding are encouraged to apply for this pivotal position.

Submit your application to take on a key leadership role driving quality pharmacy services within a dynamic inpatient hospital environment.

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