Inpatient Pharmacist
Hays, KS
Access Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Pharmacy Travel/Contract Position

Location: Hays, Kansas
Specialty: Pharmacy
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work with Meditech EHR system, specifically experience with Expanse required.
• Responsibilities include order verifications and checking of oral and IV items in the central pharmacy.
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, either five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts.

Required Credentials & Compliance

Licensure & Certifications

• State License (Primary Source Verification required)
• NURSYS Verification (for RNs)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) as required
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required for all units
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) as required
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) as required
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - check unit description if required
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) for Labor & Delivery RNs
• NIH Stroke Certification for ICU, PCU, Med Surg, Ortho/BJ&S, Rehab RNs
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) required for some specialties; may be waived for Medical Surgical floors
• STABLE certification required for NICU RNs

Background Checks & Verifications

• 7-year criminal background check within one year of start, updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM check within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• HHS/OIG check within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Education verification of highest degree earned
• Drug testing: Negative 13-panel test within 30 days of start (instant tests not accepted)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within last 12 months (not required annually)
• Current Tdap vaccine within last 10 years (or approved exemption)
• Negative TB test (Quantiferon Gold preferred) within 1 year, updated annually; if positive, negative chest X-ray required
• Vaccination or immunity documentation for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season (10/1 – 3/31)
• COVID-19 vaccination records encouraged but not required

Orientation & Facility Specifics

• Orientation held on-site, business casual attire recommended (scrubs allowed if required for position)
• Scrubs of any color allowed for all departments
• Lactation resources available upon request
• Must carry government-issued photo ID during hours of service
• Required facility-specific forms include vaccination declination, TB questionnaire, respirator clearance, and immunization registry authorization

Competencies & Testing

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam as applicable
• Pass/Fail testing (EKG/Medication) during orientation, typically due within first 2 weeks
• Core competency testing and HIPAA acknowledgment required

References & Work History

• Two professional references required for travel and acute care positions
• One professional reference required for per diem non-acute care positions
• Performance evaluations required if previously employed over 1 year
• Skills checklist must be updated annually for applicable units

This position offers a structured schedule, requires specific certifications and background checks, and involves working with a Meditech EHR system. Candidates should be prepared for thorough orientation and compliance with health and safety protocols.