Inpatient Pharmacist
Modesto, California
Memorial Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Pharmacist Inpatient (Travel/Contract)

Location: Modesto, California
Specialty: Pharmacy
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Clinical staff pharmacist for night shift
• Schedule: 7 days on / 7 days off (nights), including alternating weekends
• Must hold a valid California Board of Pharmacy RPH License

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Pharmacy
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated, assume minimum industry standard for clinical pharmacist roles (verify with recruiter if needed)
• Prior travel experience: Not required (no explicit mention)

Certifications & Licenses

• California Board of Pharmacy RPH License (required)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or ARC only (verify by position)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC only (not required for 100% remote employees)
• Other certifications may be position-dependent; verify with recruiter

Background Checks & Compliance

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start, including:

  • Social Security Trace with all aliases
  • County searches for last 7 years of locations lived/worked/schooled
  • Nationwide Sex Offender Search (within 90 days of start)
  • Education verification (highest level achieved)
  • FACIS Level 3 screening within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks (updated annually)
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to CA law)
• Employment application must include full 7 years of work history with no gaps
• Employment verification for up to 7 years required

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (must indicate cleared for work)
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually (not required for pharmacists)
• TB screening: Negative QGold or TSPOT within 90 days of start or 2 PPDs as specified, renewed annually
• Immunizations required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (MMR) - proof of immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B series or signed declination
  • Varicella - proof of immunity or vaccination
• Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30) or signed declination
• Drug testing: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start

Competency Exams

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (as applicable)
• Other competency exams may be required depending on position

Facility Specific Requirements

• Candidate must review and sign various facility policies and attestations prior to start, including:

  • Job description acknowledgment
  • Standards of Business Conduct
  • Vendor Training
  • Code of Conduct
  • Overpayment Refund Policy
  • TB Questionnaire (signed by candidate and healthcare provider)
• Passport-style photo required for badge

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position
• Background checks and health documents have specific expiration and renewal requirements
• Some certifications and competencies may be position-dependent; verify with recruiter or clinical lead

This position offers a travel contract opportunity for a licensed pharmacist to work night shifts in Modesto, CA, with comprehensive compliance and credentialing requirements to ensure patient safety and regulatory adherence.