Staff Pharmacist in Itasca, IL

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree, active Pharmacist license, and minimum 1+ years Pharmacist experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

Support critical pharmacy operations within a busy warehouse environment as a Staff Pharmacist. This contract opportunity lasts six months and offers a Monday through Friday schedule from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The role requires active and clear Illinois pharmacist licensure and familiarity with IV medication.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee receipt, proper storage, and timely distribution of medications, including refrigerated and specialty items.
• Manage inventory levels by ordering supplies and minimizing waste or expired products.
• Maintain compliance with USP standards and state/federal regulations for medication storage.
• Verify medication orders prior to preparation or shipment.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians involved in inventory management, picking, packing, and shipping processes.
• Collaborate with sterile compounding pharmacists and technicians to ensure adequate supplies for patient orders.
• Review controlled substance inventory and ensure accurate documentation.
• Conduct cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and quality assurance audits.
• Work closely with purchasing, nursing, and operations teams to ensure timely medication delivery.
• Utilize pharmacy software and inventory management systems for tracking medications and supplies.

Qualifications/Desired Experience:

• Active Illinois pharmacist license in good standing.
• Some knowledge of IV medications and sterile compounding processes.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Experience supervising pharmacy technicians or warehouse staff is preferred.
• Proficiency with pharmacy inventory software.

Location:

• Itasca, Illinois

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday
• 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

This contract position presents the opportunity to contribute your pharmacy expertise within a dynamic warehouse setting supporting patient care. Apply today to take the next step in your pharmacy career.

Compensation for this position ranges from $53.00 to $65.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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