Travel Contract

Interim Director of Pharmacy
Bowling Green, KY
Jackson PharmacyPros
5x8 hrs

$3,392/week
Posted 8 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date05/04/2026
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • Duration6 weeks
  • Setting
    Hospital

Pay

Estimated total pay
$3,392/week

Description

We're hiring a licensed pharmacist for a contract position as an interim DOP where you’ll use your clinical expertise to ensure the safe and thoughtful distribution of medications to individuals navigating a range of physical and mental health challenges. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out to walk you through next steps.


Minimum Requirements:

  • Kentucky pharmacist license required.
  • Experience with pharmacy set-up and clean-up required.
  • Experience preferred in inpatient settings.
  • Experience preferred with Omnicell automation and HCS order entry system. Training available for HCS and Omnicell.
  • Experience working in behavioral health settings preferred (all ages).
  • Experience with order verification and inventory control preferred.
  • Ability to complete required pre-employment site credentials: background check, drug screen, HIPAA training, review and attest to CPS code of conduct, TB testing, flu vaccination, documentation of initial COVID-19 series, and valid driver’s license for KY Child Abuse/Neglect (CAN) check. Additional site requirements may apply.


Assignment Details:

  • Facility type: Hospital.
  • Position: Director of Pharmacy plus acting PIC until permanent hire.
  • Shift: Days.
  • Shift days and hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30am–4:00pm.
  • Weekend coverage may be needed beginning May 30: Saturday and Sunday 8:00am–12:00pm plus on-call; facility is attempting to cover internally.
  • Start/End dates of coverage: May 4 – June 19; end date may change depending on permanent hire process.
  • Site will provide training for HCS (EMR), Omnicell, and site-specific ordering software.
  • Tech support responsibilities include inventory control, stocking Omnicell, and ordering inventory.
  • Candidate may be required to float to other facilities if requested by the client.


Location Highlights.


Bowling Green, KY offers a mix of outdoor and cultural attractions within short drives. The city is approximately 20 miles from Mammoth Cave National Park, providing extensive cave tours and hiking trails, and about 60 miles south of the Interstate 65 corridor with direct access to Nashville International Airport (approx. 60–70 miles) and Louisville International Airport (approx. 120 miles). The area features the National Corvette Museum and Historic Railpark, both situated downtown and within a short commute of the hospital campus, supporting an urban-suburban lifestyle with recreational and cultural options. The city offers boating and waterfront recreation at nearby Barren River Lake State Resort Park (about 30 minutes), a moderate cost of living compared with major metropolitan areas, and a balance of quiet residential neighborhoods and local dining and entertainment districts suited for clinicians seeking a suburban lifestyle with occasional urban access.


Job Details and Site Background:

  • Licensed beds: 105. Average daily census: 90.
  • Site specialty: Behavioral health services for all ages.
  • Current site status: operating via Omnicare with twice-daily med deliveries and transitioning to an in-house pharmacy.
  • Primary responsibilities: complete pharmacy site setup, configure HCS, build Omnicell cabinets, support Go-Live activities, perform order verification, manage inventory control, participate in hospital meetings, and update policies.
  • Sterile compounding not required.
  • Staffing: currently no on-site pharmacy staff; tech and PRN pharmacist roles are being recruited internally.
  • Dress code: business casual; scrub color to be determined.
  • Nearest major airports: Nashville, TN and Louisville, KY.


Benefits Designed for Traveling Pharmacists

We value your commitment to patient care and provide a comprehensive benefits package starting Day 1.


• Weekly, On-Time Pay.

• Full Medical Benefits & 401k Matching Plan.

• 24/7 Recruiter: Your main point of contact by text, phone, or email.

• 100% Paid Housing Available.

• Travel and License Reimbursement.


Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join our team as a pharmacist and gain flexibility, stability, and professional development in travel contracts that support diverse clinical settings. A recruiter will contact you to discuss next steps. Thank you for your time and responsiveness.


EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Jackson PharmacyPros Job ID #441191. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Employer

Jackson PharmacyPros

About

As a pharmacy-exclusive staffing agency, Jackson PharmacyPros™ delivers a lifetime of opportunities to pharmacists and pharmacy techs in both contract and permanent positions in settings nationwide. Our expert team of recruiters is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson PharmacyPros™ is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.

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About Bowling Green, KY

As a travel nurse in Bowling Green, KY here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs of 88°F and lows of 68°F.
  • Average winter highs of 45°F and lows of 26°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially with the presence of Western Kentucky University.
Transportation
  • Car friendliness is high, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
  • Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • Diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
  • Bowling Green has a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of medical facilities and the university.
Things to Do
  • Plenty of restaurants, retail shops, and eateries in the downtown area.
  • The city offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and visiting nearby national parks.
  • There are also cultural attractions like the National Corvette Museum and motorsports park.
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