Location: Glenwood Springs, CO

Contract Type: Contract

Shift Type: Night shifts

Hours per Week: 40 hrs per week

Candidate Pay Rate: Competitive pay

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

• Prepare and dispense medication orders accurately and safely for inpatient care
• Maintain medication stock in patient care areas to ensure timely therapy
• Compound sterile products, including IV admixtures, chemotherapy, and parenteral nutrition
• Interpret medication orders and maintain computerized patient medication profiles
• Monitor drug therapy for contraindications, interactions, allergies and appropriate dosing
• Perform pharmacokinetic dosing according to hospital protocol
• Review culture & sensitivity data and recommend appropriate antibiotic therapy
• Provide clinical consultation and cost-effective therapeutic alternatives to prescribers
• Document clinical activities and interventions clearly and promptly
• Participate in quality improvement, medication reviews, and be a member of the Code Response Team

Qualifications

• Active Colorado Pharmacist (PHA) license in good standing — submissions must include license
• Graduate of an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS Pharmacy degree (per job posting)
• BLS (American Heart Association) required
• ACLS (American Heart Association) required
• Flu vaccine REQUIRED (no exemptions) — seasonal requirement Oct 1 through Apr 1; proof required with submission
• Willingness to work nights (7-on/7-off Night schedule)
• Experience compounding sterile products, chemotherapy handling and parenteral nutrition preferred
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation and medication safety skills

Education

• BS Pharmacy from an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy

Knowledge & Skills

• Medication therapy management and clinical consultation
• Formulary management and therapeutic substitution
• Rational drug therapy selection and cost-conscious recommendations
• IV admixture preparation, chemotherapy handling, parenteral nutrition
• Pharmacokinetic dosing and therapeutic drug monitoring
• Antibiotic stewardship and culture & sensitivity interpretation
• Adverse drug reaction detection and reporting
• Controlled substance handling and regulatory compliance
• Accurate chart review and computerized medication profile management

Benefits

• Competitive pay to reward your expertise
• Flexible 7-on/7-off schedule for true work-life balance
• Supportive, collaborative hospital team that values clinical judgment
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement guidance if needed
• Simple, clear onboarding with required credential checks handled promptly
• A role where your interventions directly improve patient outcomes
• Timely communication from the recruiter and streamlined submission process

Travel Perks: Explore Glenwood Springs, CO

This contract role places you in Glenwood Springs — a Colorado gem. When you’re off duty enjoy world-famous hot springs, hike to Hanging Lake or explore Glenwood Canyon. Winter nearby ski areas like Sunlight Mountain or take a day trip to Aspen and Vail. Paddle or fish the Colorado River, stroll the charming downtown with local cafés and breweries, and take advantage of scenic drives and abundant outdoor recreation during your off weeks.

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