Become a Traveling Pharmacist
Traveling Pharmacy is a Career That Can Travel
Pharmacy and Traveling Healthcare
How Does it Work?
Similar to other clinician specialties, pharmacy can be a profession that travels. Traveling pharmacists provide much needed relief for facilities and pharmacies all over the country that are struggling with staffing shortages.
A career as a traveler can be both a full- and part-time job. Whether you are looking to travel around the country for a career, or simply looking for supplemental income during your off days, there is a traveling job out there waiting for you.
If you're looking to make the transition to the traveling lifestyle, you’re in the right place. Utilizing a healthcare staffing agency like Barton is a great way to land your first traveling pharmacy job. Keep reading to learn more!
The Salary of a Traveling Pharmacist
What to Expect
A traveling pharmacist's salary will vary on a facility to facility basis, but generally speaking, traveling pharmacists oftentimes make more money than their permanent counterparts. A variety of factors impact salary such as location, willingness to travel, and ability to take an assignment on short notice.
Your recruiter serves as your advocate during the job hunting process. If you have some big bills coming up, or if you just want some extra money in your pocket, make sure you let them know. It's their goal to find you a job that meets your lifestyle needs no matter what your preferences are.
Going on Assignment With Barton
Where your Pharmacy Journey Can Take You
When you take a travel assignment with BHS, you get:
- The flexibility to follow your own schedule
- Travel and lodging (sometimes a housing stipend) are covered by the client and booked by Barton Healthcare Staffing’s Travel team.
- To gain experience by working in a variety of different practice settings
- Access to our in-house licensing and onboarding team
- Competitive rates
Travel Pharmacist Jobs
A client in Nevada is looking for a pharmacist who can assist with a coverage need starting in the month of June. The client is looking for a pharmacist who can work 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. This is a retail pharmacy. The pharmacist's main functions will be counseling, processing, and filling prescriptions. ... View This Job
A client in California is in need of pharmacists who can assist with an immediate coverage need. The client is looking pharmacists to work 40 hours per week (8 a.m. - 5 p.m.) at their vaccine clinics. The chosen pharmacists will be responsible for pharmacy operations in the medication use process, m... View This Job
Clients of Barton Healthcare Staffing
Places You Could Work
Barton Healthcare Staffing works with a variety of facilities, including:
| Hospitals | Medical Practices | Imaging Centers |
| Retail | IHS Facilities | Correctional Facilities |
| Rehab Centers | Long-Term Acute Care | Clinics |
| Urgent Care | Schools | Insurance Companies |
| Corporations | Hospice/Home Health | Behavioral Health |
| Camps |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Do I need any extra training to be a traveling pharmacist?
A: Nope! Traveling pharmacists are simply permanent pharmacists that decided they want to travel around the country for a living. There is no additional training needed.
Q: Who do I contact if I have questions?
A: You have a few options. First of all, your recruiter will be available to help you at any time, even when you are on assignment. Listed below you'll find some of our great resources.
Q: How can I get started?
A: That's an easy one! Simply fill out the form on our homepage and a recruiter will get in contact with you.