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Pharmacist
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Mesquite, TX, 75149
Job Type : Contractor
Date Posted : 6 January 2026
Overview
We are seeking an Inpatient Pharmacist, also referred to as an Acute Care Pharmacist or Hospital Pharmacist. As a Hospital Pharmacist for our Inpatient Pharmacy, you will prepare, dispense, and manage medications for patients in our hospital under the supervision of our Pharmacy Director. Hospital Pharmacists work closely with doctors and nurses to ensure medications are safe, effective, and correctly dosed, while also monitoring for side effects or drug interactions. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.
Shifts Available: Variable
Employment Type: Per Diem
Hours: Variable
Location: Dallas Regional Medical Center - Mequite, TX
Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:
- Competitive compensation
- Medical insurance benefit plan
- 401K
- Sick leave accrual
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):
- Conduct patient interviews to obtain accurate and complete medication histories during admission or transition of care
- Review and verify physician medication orders for appropriateness, dosage, route of administration, frequency, and potential drug interactions
- Ensure medication orders comply with hospital protocols, clinical guidelines, and patient-specific factors (e.g., renal function, allergies, weight)
- Prepare and dispense medications accurately, including IV admixtures, unit-dose medications, and controlled substances, following all safety and sterility protocols
- Monitor medication therapies and provide clinical recommendations to optimize therapeutic outcomes and minimize adverse drug events
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and adjust patient-specific medication plans
- Coordinate daily operations within the pharmacy to ensure efficient medication distribution and inventory management
- Deliver pharmaceutical care to a wide range of inpatient units, including – General Medicine/Surgery, Intensive Care Units (ICU), Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics, Emergency Department, Oncology, Perioperative Services, Geriatrics and other departments
Qualifications
Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:
Employment Status
Per DiemShift
VariableEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
Mesquite, TX, has experienced a steady need for inpatient pharmacists due to growing hospital services like those at Prime Healthcare. The demand reflects the region’s expanding healthcare facilities, meaning applicants with hospital pharmacy experience often find favorable hiring prospects locally.
Pharmacists must hold a current Texas state registered pharmacist license to legally practice in Dallas-area hospitals. Additionally, maintaining BLS certification within six months of hire is required, aligning with local regulatory standards and hospital protocols.
Beyond medication preparation, a proficient pharmacist must assess drug interactions, tailor therapies to patient-specific factors, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes. Clinical judgment in adjusting dosages and vigilant monitoring of side effects are pivotal skills.
In acute care environments like hospitals, pharmacists engage heavily in clinical decision-making, medication therapy management, and coordination with medical staff, contrasting the primarily dispensing-focused and customer-service tasks typical in retail pharmacy settings.
Per diem pharmacists in Mesquite, TX, typically earn between $65 and $85 per hour, depending on experience and shift variability. The flexible schedule combined with competitive pay reflects regional demand and the specialized nature of inpatient pharmacy roles.
Prime Healthcare delivers competitive compensation, medical insurance, a 401k plan, and sick leave accrual, alongside a dynamic inpatient setting. Their per diem model provides flexibility, appealing to pharmacists seeking variable hours within a supportive hospital network.
Prime Healthcare’s pharmacist role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration across diverse inpatient units, including ICU and oncology, combined with a per diem employment type offering variable shifts. This contrasts with some fixed-schedule roles, providing adaptability in scheduling.
A Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy is mandatory, with a Doctor of Pharmacy preferred. Candidates must hold an active state pharmacist license and secure Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six months, ensuring readiness for clinical responsibilities in hospital settings.
Hospital pharmacists at Prime Healthcare conduct thorough medication history interviews, verify orders for safety and compliance, prepare diverse medication forms, and continuously monitor therapies to reduce adverse drug events, ensuring optimal patient care in fast-paced inpatient wards.
Per diem status offers pharmacists scheduling flexibility, allowing them to choose shifts based on personal availability. This model supports balancing professional duties with other life commitments while maintaining competitive pay within the Dallas regional medical center environment.