Location: Independence, MO

Start Date: 09-22-2025

End Date: 12-15-2025

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Days, 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Day shift)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $63 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform clinical dosing for vancomycin, aminoglycosides and anticoagulants to optimize patient outcomes
• Verify medications and oversee medication distribution workflows using Dose Edge and Pyxis
• Compound sterile IV products and ensure compounding accuracy with Dose Edge verification
• Supervise and mentor pharmacy technicians, including Pyxis checks and first-dose processes
• Conduct pain consults and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on medication therapy
• Manage emergency medication boxes and rapid-response medication needs during critical events
• Document clinical interventions and maintain accurate medication records in Meditech EMR

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Pharmacy School (PharmD preferred)
• Licensed to practice Pharmacy in Missouri (MO pharmacist license) — required
• Minimum 2 years of pharmacy experience (inpatient experience strongly preferred)
• ACLS and BLS certifications preferred
• NICU experience is a nice-to-have and will make your application stand out
• Comfortable using Dose Edge, Pyxis, Pak Edge and Meditech EMR
• Experience supervising technicians and performing sterile compounding

Education

• Degree from an accredited Pharmacy School (PharmD or equivalent)

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficiency with Dose Edge workflow and sterile IV compounding verification
• Hands-on experience with Pyxis and Pak Edge automated dispensing systems
• Familiarity with Meditech electronic medical record documentation
• Strong clinical knowledge in vancomycin, aminoglycoside and anticoagulant dosing
• Excellent medication verification, problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to lead and train pharmacy technicians in a fast-paced inpatient setting

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support for contract clinicians
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life Insurance and short-term disability options for peace of mind
• Paid Time Off so you can recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to make relocation smoother
• Travel reimbursement and onboarding support for a stress-free start
• A supportive, collaborative pharmacy team that values your expertise

Travel Perks: Explore Independence, MO

This is a travel assignment in Independence, MO — enjoy exploring local history and easy access to Kansas City. Stroll the historic downtown Independence and visit the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library & Museum. When you crave city energy, downtown Kansas City is a short drive away for world-class barbecue, the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, live music, and sporting events. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate nearby parks and trails for weekend hikes and lakes for relaxing afternoons. Plenty of local dining, coffee shops and neighborhood events make for great off-duty exploration.

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