Per Diem Staff Pharmacist
About The Position
CPS Solutions-Optum is hiring a per diem Staff Pharmacist at University Behavioral Health of Denton, a 104-bed inpatient psychiatric facility serving adolescent and adult patients. CPS Solutions-Optum manages the facility’s day-to-day pharmacy operations, and the pharmacist will be employed by CPS Solutions-Optum. This per diem role has no guaranteed or set schedule; the pharmacist provides coverage as needed for planned and unplanned staff absences and other staffing needs. Flexibility and availability on an as-needed basis are essential. The pharmacist processes physician drug orders, advises healthcare professionals on medications and their appropriate use, follows departmental and hospital policies, and helps manage pharmacy operations. The role also includes supporting drug-related committees and policies, preparing periodic departmental reports, and assisting with accreditation compliance. Pharmacy hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 8:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m. The hourly pay range is $44–$79, based on full-time employment and factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and 401(k) contribution. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Requirements
- ACPE-accredited PharmD degree (highly preferred) or a BS in Pharmacy with recent pharmacist work experience.
- Active State of Texas pharmacist license in good standing.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Nice To Haves
- Some hospital pharmacy work experience.
- ACPE-accredited PharmD degree (highly preferred).
Responsibilities
- Process physician drug orders, including order entry into the dispensing computer system, appropriate product selection, labeling, and repackaging.
- Delegate product preparation activities to pharmacy technicians.
- Consult with healthcare professionals and provide information and guidance concerning drugs and their appropriate use.
- Comply with departmental and hospital policies and procedures.
- Assume the Director of Pharmacy’s duties in their absence to manage daily departmental activities.
- Participate in or support hospital committees, including the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee, to help establish drug-related policies and criteria or monitor drug-related issues.
- Assist in preparing periodic reports on departmental progress for submission to hospital administration.
- Assist the department and hospital in maintaining compliance with accreditation standards.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase plan.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
