Job Title: Pharmacist
Location: Elmhurst, NY
Job Type: Travel / Contract
Duration: 13 Weeks
Schedule: Evening Shift | 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM
Guaranteed Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week
Work Schedule: Every weekend required (two weekdays off – Tuesday/Wednesday or Wednesday/Thursday)
Hourly Rate: $105.01 per hour
Total Weekly Gross Pay: $3,937 per week
Weekly Stipend: $3,037 per week
Note: Pay rates may vary depending on experience, benefits, and employment arrangements.
A healthcare facility in Elmhurst, NY is seeking an experienced Pharmacist for a 13-week contract assignment. The Pharmacist will support medication management and clinical pharmacy services in an acute inpatient environment, including the Emergency Department and Psychiatric units.
The ideal candidate will ensure safe and effective medication use, collaborate with physicians and healthcare staff, and maintain compliance with clinical and regulatory standards.
Review, verify, and dispense medications in accordance with physician orders and pharmacy regulations
Provide clinical pharmacy support for inpatient units including Emergency Department and Behavioral Health
Monitor medication therapy for safety, effectiveness, and potential drug interactions
Maintain accurate documentation within electronic medical records systems (EPIC experience preferred)
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care
Participate in medication reconciliation and patient safety initiatives
Ensure compliance with pharmacy standards, hospital policies, and regulatory requirements
Initial 2-week training period scheduled from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, including EPIC system training.
Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited program
Valid Pharmacist License issued by the New York State Education Department
Minimum 1 year of Pharmacist experience, preferably in an inpatient hospital setting
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association
Strong knowledge of medication safety, drug interactions, and pharmacy operations
Experience working in acute care hospital pharmacy settings
Familiarity with EPIC electronic medical record system
Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
For more details reach at ukhan@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 518-862-1204.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.