Location: San Antonio, TX

Start Date: 02-01-2026

End Date: 05-03-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, 7 on / 7 off rotation; rotates every other weekend, no on-call

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $60 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 enter medication orders accurately in the EMR, ensuring patient safety
• Perform final dispensing checks on all medication orders and complete required documentation
• Supervise technical support personnel and pharmacy technicians in drug preparation and distribution
• Review and monitor override reports and other medication safety reports to identify and resolve issues
• Adjust dosing as needed for vancomycin and renal-dosed medications in collaboration with the care team
• Support decentralized pharmacy operations across the unit and help optimize medication workflow
• Use Meditech EMR effectively to document interventions and coordinate care

Qualifications

• Active Pharmacist license with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy (required)
• Proof of completion of a 20-hour ACPE-accredited sterile compounding course, or an attesting letter from your university/college
• Prior hospital pharmacy experience, ideally at least 2 years
• Experience with decentralized pharmacy practice and medication dosing adjustments (vancomycin, renal)
• Familiarity with Meditech or similar EMR systems

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong medication order verification and dispensing expertise
• Solid knowledge of sterile compounding principles and documentation
• Ability to review and interpret override and safety reports
• Supervisory and teamwork skills to lead technical staff and collaborate with clinicians
• Competence in Meditech EMR workflows and pharmacy informatics
• Clinical dosing knowledge for antimicrobial and renal adjustments

Benefits

• Generous travel support and assistance to make your assignment smooth and stress-free
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you healthy
• 401K retirement savings options to help you plan ahead
• Life insurance and basic protection for peace of mind
• Paid time off so you can fully recharge between rotations
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help with state board requirements
• Travel reimbursement and coordination support so logistics are easier
• A collaborative, humble and hungry team that values your expertise and growth

Travel Perks: Explore San Antonio, TX

San Antonio offers a delightful mix of history, culture, and Texas charm. Explore the iconic River Walk and dine riverside, visit The Alamo and the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, wander the trendy Pearl District for shops and farmer's markets, and enjoy Mission Reach trails for easy outdoor time. Weekend trips to the Texas Hill Country (Fredericksburg wineries and scenic drives) or a day trip to the Gulf Coast beaches are within reach. Great Tex-Mex, live music, and plentiful museums mean you'll have plenty to do on your off weeks.

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