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Location: Topeka, Kansas 66606 Hourly Pay Rate: $95/hour Weekly Gross
$3,800 (based on 40 hours/week) Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: November 9, 2026 Job Type: Travel / Contract Open Positions: 1 Job Overview We are seeking a qualified and experienced Inpatient Pharmacist for a 13-week travel assignment in Topeka, Kansas. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in inpatient pharmacy operations, medication management, clinical dosing, and interdisciplinary patient care.
This role involves collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe and effective medication therapy in an acute care hospital environment. First-time travel pharmacists are welcome to apply. Schedule & Shift Details
Days – 5×8-hour shifts Scheduled Hours: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (shift times may vary) Weekly Hours: 40 Weekend Requirement: Every third weekend Weekend Shifts: Approximately 8 shifts (4 weekends) per contract Block Scheduling: Not guaranteed Orientation: 24 hours listed Time-Off Requests: One pre-approved request permitted, subject to facility approval Compensation Hourly
$95/hour Estimated Weekly Gross: $3,800 Estimated 13-Week Gross: $49,400 Gross pay estimates are based on 40 paid hours per week before taxes and deductions. Actual earnings may vary based on hours worked and applicable contract terms. Required Qualifications Candidates must have the following credentials in hand at the time of submission : Active Kansas State Pharmacist License Registered Pharmacist (RPh) Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification Experience with Epic Electronic Health Records (EHR) Inpatient or acute care pharmacy experience Experience Requirements Minimum 2 years of pharmacy experience listed; 2 years preferred in the job overview Previous travel experience is not required Experience in a teaching or community hospital is preferred Key Responsibilities 1.
Clinical Pharmacy & Medication Management Review, verify, and process medication orders for accuracy, safety, and clinical appropriateness. Assess medication regimens for potential drug interactions, contraindications, and therapeutic effectiveness. Provide clinical pharmacy consultation to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
Monitor and manage high-alert medications. Support safe medication administration and compliance with hospital pharmacy policies. 2. Medication Dosing & Therapeutic Monitoring Perform appropriate medication dosing and adjustments based on patient-specific clinical factors.
Support renal and pediatric medication dosing when applicable. Assist with pharmacokinetic dosing and therapeutic drug monitoring. Monitor anticoagulation therapy, including warfarin management.
Evaluate medication effectiveness and recommend necessary therapeutic adjustments. 3. IV Preparation & Sterile Compounding Prepare and verify intravenous medications according to established pharmacy procedures. Support IV push medication preparation and administration processes.
Follow sterile technique and infection prevention standards. Ensure accuracy, proper labeling, and safe handling of compounded medications. 4. Pharmacy Operations & Medication Safety Operate and manage automated medication dispensing systems, including Pyxis when applicable.
Maintain accurate medication records and inventory documentation. Ensure compliance with medication safety standards and pharmacy regulations. Identify and address medication-related errors or discrepancies.
Document pharmaceutical interventions and medication management activities using Epic. 5. Interdisciplinary Patient Care Collaborate with medical teams to optimize medication therapy. Participate in clinical consultations and patient care discussions.
Provide medication-related education to healthcare staff and patients when appropriate. Support pharmaceutical care for diverse patient populations, including neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients. Facility & Patient Care Environment Facility Type: Inpatient / Acute Care Hospital Location: Topeka, Kansas Daily Census: Approximately 100 patients Charting System: Epic (Required) Patient Population: Neonates, infants, pediatric patients, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics Interdisciplinary Support: IV Teams, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Radiology, Phlebotomy, Social Services, Rapid Response Teams, and Transportation Services Important Eligibility Requirements All required credentials and the Kansas pharmacist license must be active and available at submission.
Candidates must be proficient with Epic. Candidates must be available for every-third-weekend coverage. First-time travelers are accepted.
Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced inpatient environment. Shift times may vary depending on departmental needs. Must be available for the November 9, 2026 start date.
How to Apply Interested candidates are encouraged to submit the following: Updated professional resume Active Kansas Pharmacist License PharmD and RPh credentials Current ACLS and BLS certifications Relevant inpatient pharmacy experience Confirmation of availability for the assignment Recruiter: Mausam Senior Healthcare Recruiter KTI Health – Veteran-Owned Healthcare Staffing Firm
About the role
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in inpatient pharmacy operations, medication management, clinical dosing, and interdisciplinary patient care. This role involves collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe and effective medication therapy in an acute care hospital environment.