Clinical Pharmacist Operations-Specialty Pharmacy, Full-time Days
CHICAGO, ILPosted 21 days ago
Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Job overview
The Clinical Pharmacist Operations-Specialty Pharmacy role at Northwestern Memorial Hospital involves ensuring safe, effective medication use and providing expert pharmaceutical care within the specialty pharmacy setting to support patient-centered care.
Responsibilities and impact
The pharmacist is responsible for verifying prescriptions, supervising staff, managing medication therapies, ensuring regulatory compliance, educating patients and staff, maintaining pharmacy operations, and participating in quality improvement activities.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers an hourly wage of $60.10 to $78.13, tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 annually, student loan repayment, professional development funds, a wellbeing fund, matching 401(k), comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, life insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, salary increases, and incentive bonuses.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a current Illinois pharmacy license and a Bachelor’s or Doctor of Pharmacy degree; preferred qualifications include specialty training and completion of a pharmacy residency or equivalent hospital experience.
Career development
The hospital provides comprehensive training, mentorship programs, educational support, and student loan repayment to support career growth and professional development.
Work environment and culture
Northwestern Medicine values diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a culture of service with flexible work options and support for physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
Company information
Northwestern Memorial Hospital is a leading medical institution affiliated with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, known for medical innovation, research, and delivering world-class care.
Job location and travel
The job is based at Northwestern Memorial Hospital with options for flexible work arrangements.
Unique job features
The role includes opportunities to work in specialty pharmacy areas, cross-cover clinical areas, participate in emergency response, and engage in advanced medication management and education.
Company overview
Northwestern Memorial Hospital, located in Chicago, Illinois, is a premier academic medical center and the primary teaching hospital for Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. It provides a wide range of specialized healthcare services, including cardiology, oncology, neurology, and organ transplantation. The hospital generates revenue through patient services, research grants, and philanthropic contributions. Key historical milestones include its founding in 1972 through the merger of Passavant Memorial and Wesley Memorial hospitals, and its consistent ranking among the top hospitals in the United States.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your licensed pharmacist credentials in Illinois and your educational background with a Bachelor’s or Doctor of Pharmacy degree, ensuring these are clearly stated at the top of your resume.
Highlight experience or knowledge in specialty pharmacy areas such as neonatology, critical care, or oncology, along with any residency program completion or equivalent hospital pharmacy experience, as these are preferred qualifications.
Apply through multiple platforms including Northwestern Memorial Hospital’s corporate careers site, LinkedIn, and other healthcare job boards to maximize your application's visibility and chances of consideration.
Connect with current Clinical Pharmacists or pharmacy department staff at Northwestern Memorial Hospital on LinkedIn; initiate conversations by referencing recent hospital pharmacy innovations, asking about their experience with specialty pharmacy, or expressing enthusiasm for the hospital’s commitment to professional development and patient care.
Optimize your resume for ATS by integrating keywords from the job description such as 'medication therapy management,' 'specialty pharmacy,' 'pharmacy residency,' 'patient-centered care,' 'REMS,' and 'pharmacokinetics' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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