Clinical Pharmacist - Full Time .9FTE Variable shifts

About the role

The Clinical Pharmacist at Northwestern Medicine works in various shifts, including evening shifts. The position is full-time with a variable schedule.

Responsibilities

• Interprets medication orders to ensure safety and proper use of medications
• Monitors medication therapy for significant drug interactions
• Evaluates and documents medication appropriateness
• Acts as a consultant in pharmacokinetics and adverse reactions
• Processes medication order information into the Electronic Health Record
• Maintains a comprehensive pharmacy patient profile
• Oversees the packaging, labeling, and distribution of medications
• Compounds and dispenses pharmaceuticals including sterile products, chemotherapy, and parenteral nutrition products
• Verifies medication orders before delivery to patient care areas
• Reviews laboratory data for appropriateness of medication use
• Develops and presents orientation, education, and training programs
• Provides accurate and timely medication information and teaching
• Maintains the hospital formulary and limits medication usage to formulary items when appropriate
• Documents all clinical activities and interventions performed
• Communicates professional knowledge effectively in both oral and written forms
• Participates in quality improvement and medication use review activities
• Organizes, prioritizes, and plans workload within given time constraints
• Reviews restocking automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs)
• Ensures compliance with hazardous waste collection and disposal procedures
• Maintains proficiency and expertise in area/s of practice through continuous professional development

Qualifications

• Active Clinical Pharmacist license in the state of Illinois (IDFPR)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy or a Doctor of Pharmacy Degree
• Training and knowledge of specialty areas (neonatology, critical care, oncology, etc.) preferred
• Completion of a pharmacy residency program or equivalent hospital pharmacy experience preferred

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background check and artificial intelligence disclosure apply.