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)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $70 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

• Verify and dispense medications for inpatient populations, ensuring accuracy and patient safety
• Supervise sterile IV compounding processes and technicians, using Dose Edge to verify preparations
• Perform vancomycin, aminoglycoside and anticoagulant dosing and monitoring per hospital protocols
• Manage medication verification, first-dose checks, and emergency medication box readiness
• Provide clinical consults for pain management and other medication-related inquiries
• Maintain and document medication safety practices in the Meditech EMR and pharmacy systems
• Support inventory and Pyxis management to keep unit supply flowing smoothly
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient therapy and outcomes

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited pharmacy school (required)
• Licensed to practice pharmacy in Missouri (MO) — active license required
• Minimum 2 years of pharmacy experience (as listed in the job posting)
• Experience with inpatient pharmacy workflows, medication verification, and sterile compounding supervision
• Familiarity with Dose Edge, Pyxis, Pak Edge and Meditech EMR preferred
• ACLS and BLS preferred; NICU experience a plus

Education

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

Knowledge & Skills

• Inpatient pharmacy operations and medication verification best practices
• Supervision and oversight of sterile IV compounding
• Therapeutic dosing and monitoring for vancomycin, aminoglycosides and anticoagulants
• Experience with Dose Edge, Pyxis, Pak Edge and Meditech EMR
• Strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and effective communication with care teams
• Ability to mentor and supervise pharmacy technicians

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to make your assignment hassle-free
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help you get onboarded quickly
• Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
• 401(k) retirement savings plan and life insurance options for long-term peace of mind
• Professional development support and opportunities to learn new clinical skills
• A respectful, collaborative team that values your expertise and input
• Access to modern pharmacy systems (Dose Edge, Pyxis, Pak Edge, Meditech) and strong site support

Travel Perks: Explore Independence, MO

This is a travel assignment in Independence, MO — a city with a charming historic downtown and strong ties to President Harry S. Truman (including the Truman Presidential Library & Museum). Enjoy local restaurants, community events, and easy access to Kansas City attractions a short drive away — think acclaimed BBQ, museums like the Nelson-Atkins, live music, and riverside parks for weekend exploration.

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