Inpatient Pharmacist
Elkhart, Indiana
Elkhart General Hospital

Pharmacist Inpatient - Travel/Contract

Location: Elkhart, Indiana
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Inpatient pharmacy pharmacist role
• Shift: Day shift, 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday (5x8 hours)
• No weekend or holiday requirements
• Guaranteed 40 hours per week
• Charting and order verification performed using Cerner EMR and Cerner Meds Manager
• Familiarity with Pyxis and Pharmacy Keeper systems preferred
• Responsibilities include hospital-based medication distribution and IV room preparation, including IV antibiotics, anticoagulants, and electrolytes

Required Qualifications

• Valid Clinical Pharmacist license in Indiana
• Clinical Pharmacist experience within the last year (minimum 1 year of experience)
• Experience with Cerner EMR and Cerner Meds Manager order verification process is mandatory
• Must live at least 50 miles away from the facility (locals not accepted)

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA only
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - AHA only (certification requirements may vary by unit)

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Background check covering the last 7 years and all states lived/worked in, required within 90 days of start and annually thereafter
• Education verification or copy of diploma/transcripts required
• Physical exam required prior to start
• Negative 12-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (includes amphetamines, cannabinoids, MDMA, methamphetamines, buprenorphine, oxycodone, fentanyl, cocaine, methadone, tramadol, benzodiazepines, morphine/opiate)
• TB screening: Negative 2-step PPD or Qgold within 1 year of start; T-Spots not accepted; if positive PPD, proof of chest x-ray within past 12 months required
• Immunizations or titers required for: Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
• Flu vaccine required prior to start or approved medical/religious exemption; documentation must be on file by December 15
• COVID vaccine exemption allowed with signed medical or religious exemption form

Additional Requirements

• Facility-specific modules must be completed prior to start (approximately 8-10 hours of training)
• Clear, passport-style photo with solid background required for badge
• Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement must be signed before starting
• Employment application required for all candidates

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not required
• This is a travel/contract position; local candidates are not accepted
• Candidates will use Cerner EMR extensively for order verification and charting
• Familiarity with inpatient hospital pharmacy operations and medication preparation is essential