Pharm. D. degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy preferred
Licensed pharmacist in Illinois; multi-state licensure favored
Minimum 2 years of experience as a licensed pharmacist
Intermediate computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office required
Experience in home infusion or specialty pharmacy preferred
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills essential
Responsibilities
Provide specialized pharmaceutical services to enhance drug use and therapeutic outcomes
Advise and educate healthcare professionals on drug therapy and treatment issues
Verify prescriptions and check orders for accuracy
Coordinate pharmacy technicians in medication preparation and delivery
Ensure compliance with laws and regulations for dispensing drugs
Conduct medication histories and evaluate compliance for desired outcomes
Participate in on-call rotation and complete other duties as assigned
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) plan with employer match
Accident and Critical Illness coverage
Company-paid life insurance options
Generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and floating holidays
Tuition reimbursement program
Full Job Description
Pharmacist - Specialty Pharmacy | Elk Grove Village, IL
COMPENSATION & LOCATION
The compensation range for this role is $130,000-135,000.
This is a hybrid position based out of our Elk Grove Village, IL location.
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for dispensing prescriptions and coordinating clinical services for Specialty Pharmacy patients and other customers serviced at the branch location. This position is responsible for interacting with the health care professionals in the provision and coordination of customer care.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Providing specialized pharmaceutical services to improve drug usage and therapeutic outcomes including advising and educating physicians on patient issues concerning drug therapy, the inherent toxicity of drugs, side effects, and appropriate dosing. Additionally, this role will be a key communicator to the physician regarding patient response to treatment issues
Data Entry, verification of prescriptions and checking of orders.
Coordinating the activities of assigned pharmacy technicians engaged in the preparation, labeling and delivery of medications and other pharmaceutical supplies in accordance with physicians' prescriptions
Ensuring compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to the dispensing of drugs and controlled drugs and the maintenance of required records
Conducting and evaluating medication histories, assessing compliance and suggesting modifications so as to achieve desired outcomes. This role will provide educational assistance to patients/families/caregivers to ensure understanding and to provide information regarding the patient's therapy/treatment. Management oversight of the therapy care plan
Participate in On-call rotation and activities
Other duties as assigned
Disclaimer: The information written in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as totally comprehensive of every job duty, responsibility, or qualification required by an employee assigned to this job. While employed in this position, an employee may be required to perform other assignments not listed in this job description. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND TRAINING
Requires a degree in pharmacy from an accredited School of Pharmacy - Pharm. D. Degree preferred
Candidate must be licensed in the state of Illinois. Additional multi-state licensure preferred
Ability to complete background check and drug screen
Minimum 2 years' experience as licensed pharmacist
Intermediate computer skills/knowledge of Microsoft Office
Experience in home infusion or Specialty pharmacy preferred
Strong organizational skill, interpersonal skills and detail orientation important for this position
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being:
Medical Coverage, Dental, and Vision Coverage
401(k) with employer match
Accident and Critical Illness coverage
Company-paid life insurance options
Generous PTO, paid holidays, and floating holidays
