Staff Pharmacist - Cicero, Illinois
Job Description
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.
This pharmacy staffing opportunity in Cicero, IL is ideal for experienced pharmacists seeking a 6-month contract role supporting warehouse operations. The schedule runs Monday through Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., providing consistent weekday hours.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the receipt, storage, and distribution of medications, including refrigerated and specialty items
- Manage inventory levels by ordering supplies and minimizing waste or expired products
- Ensure medications meet USP standards and comply with state and federal regulations
- Verify medication orders prior to preparation and shipment
- Supervise pharmacy technicians handling inventory management, picking, packing, and shipping
- Coordinate with sterile compounding staff to maintain medication supply for patient orders
- Review controlled substance inventory and maintain accurate documentation
- Conduct cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and quality assurance audits
- Collaborate with purchasing, nursing, and operations teams to facilitate timely medication delivery
- Utilize pharmacy software and inventory systems to track medications and supplies
Desired Qualifications:
- Active and clear Illinois pharmacist license
- Some knowledge of IV medication preparation and handling
- Pharmacy warehouse or inventory management experience is a plus
- Strong organizational and supervisory skills
- Familiarity with USP guidelines and pharmacy inventory software
Location: Cicero, IL
This contract position offers a compelling opportunity to apply your pharmacy expertise in a dynamic warehouse setting. If you hold an active IL pharmacist license and are comfortable overseeing medication logistics and inventory, apply now to be considered for this 6-month contract role.
Compensation for this position ranges from $47.00 to $68.00. 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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