About the JobJob Summary:We are seeking an experienced
Regional Pharmacist Trainer to join our growing team based in
Morton Grove, Illinois. This position plays a critical role in developing, mentoring, and supporting pharmacists across multiple Long-Term Care pharmacy locations and client facilities throughout the region.
The Regional Pharmacist Trainer will lead pharmacist onboarding, provide ongoing education and mentorship, standardize workflows, and collaborate with pharmacy leadership to ensure consistent, high-quality pharmacy operations. This role is ideal for an experienced LTC pharmacist who is passionate about education, leadership, professional development, and helping others succeed.
Location: Morton Grove, Illinois.
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Flexibility is required for occasional evening or weekend training based on operational needs.
Travel: Approximately 30-50% regional travel to pharmacy locations and client facilities. Mileage reimbursement and approved travel expenses provided.
Responsibilities:- Lead onboarding and orientation programs for newly hired pharmacists.
- Provide ongoing training, coaching, and mentorship to pharmacists throughout the region.
- Develop and facilitate training sessions, educational materials, and competency assessments.
- Partner with pharmacy leadership to identify training needs and implement professional development plans.
- Standardize pharmacy workflows, procedures, and best practices across multiple locations.
- Train pharmacists on FrameworkLTC, FrameworkECM, DocuTrack, and other pharmacy technology platforms.
- Support the implementation of new pharmacy processes, technologies, and operational initiatives.
- Assist with onboarding newly acquired facilities and ensure successful operational transitions.
- Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, compliance, and patient-centered care.
- Monitor pharmacist performance and identify opportunities for additional coaching, education, or retraining.
- Maintain accurate training records and documentation in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with Compliance, Operations, and department leaders to ensure training aligns with company standards and applicable regulatory expectations.
- Measure the effectiveness of training initiatives through onboarding success, workflow improvements, compliance metrics, and quality outcomes.
- Stay current on Long-Term Care pharmacy regulations, industry best practices, and company policies.
- Travel to pharmacy locations and client facilities throughout the assigned territory as needed.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications:- Active Illinois Pharmacist license in good standing required.
- Willingness to obtain and maintain additional pharmacist licenses in surrounding states, such as Indiana and Wisconsin, as business needs require.
- Minimum of four (4) years of Long-Term Care pharmacy experience.
- Previous experience training, mentoring, precepting, or educating pharmacists and pharmacy staff preferred.
- Strong presentation, communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with FrameworkLTC, FrameworkECM, DocuTrack, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent organizational, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple training initiatives and competing priorities.
- Ability to build effective working relationships with pharmacists, pharmacy leadership, facility staff, and other healthcare professionals.
- Willingness to travel approximately 30-50% throughout the assigned region.
Preferred Qualifications:- Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist (BCGP).
- Completion of Long-Term Care-focused continuing education programs.
- Experience developing pharmacy training programs, educational materials, and competency assessments.
- Experience with workflow standardization and quality improvement initiatives.
- Experience supporting pharmacy operations during acquisitions, new facility onboarding, or organizational growth.
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a Long-Term Care pharmacy environment.
Benefits:- Competitive compensation.
- Regional travel reimbursement and approved travel expense coverage.
- Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k).
- Paid Time Off and company-paid holidays.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement into Training Leadership, Compliance, or Regional Operations.
- Supportive, collaborative work environment focused on continuous learning and exceptional patient care.
