Staff Pharmacist- Clinical, Inpatient - Part-Time, Rotating

About the role

Join one of the nation’s most comprehensive academic medical centers, University of Chicago Medicine, in the role of Staff Pharmacist-Clinical with the Inpatient Pharmacy. This opportunity allows for growth and collaboration, while supporting a team that is dedicated to enhancing lives and being on the forefront of all we do.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate drug selection, dose, frequency, safety, dosage form, allergies, drug interactions, and disease state interactions prior to dispensing of medications.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians working under their direction to provide preparation of first and missing doses, order entry, delivery of STAT medications, IV therapy coordination, and ensure proper drug utilization.
• Document clinical interventions which prevent or eliminate drug-related problems (i.e. Adverse drug reactions, drug interactions, etc.) or promote cost-effective drug therapy.
• Clarify and solve problems concerning medication orders with prescribing physicians, suggest alternative medication therapies to physicians when appropriate, serve as a source of information for Investigational drug information for health professionals, identify and report adverse drug reactions.
• Absorb and communicate Investigational drug information for health professionals.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new personnel.
• Participate in ambulatory pharmacy dispensing activities as required.
• Perform dispensing, counseling, and clinical services in the outpatient setting as their practice site.

Requirements

• Graduate of an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy.
• Doctor of Pharmacy or other advanced degree highly preferred.
• Eligible for licensure as a pharmacist in the state of Illinois (complete licensure process within 60 days of employment).
• ASHP accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency required.
• Board Certification in area of expertise is preferred.
• Completion of an ASHP accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency required.
• Clinical pharmacy experience (2-4 years) in a hospital setting preferred (required if no PGY-1 residency).
• Exceptional aptitude or knowledge may be considered in lieu of experience.
• Extensive clinical experience and development may be considered in lieu of formal training.
• Experience in Oncology preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy.
• Doctor of Pharmacy or other advanced degree highly preferred.
• Eligible for licensure as a pharmacist in the state of Illinois (complete licensure process within 60 days of employment).
• ASHP accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency required.
• Board Certification in area of expertise is preferred.
• Completion of an ASHP accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency required.
• Clinical pharmacy experience (2-4 years) in a hospital setting preferred (required if no PGY-1 residency).
• Exceptional aptitude or knowledge may be considered in lieu of experience.
• Extensive clinical experience and development may be considered in lieu of formal training.
• Experience in Oncology preferred.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of medication administration and therapeutic drug monitoring.
• Proficiency in electronic health record systems.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement savings plans
• Employee assistance programs
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

The pay range for this position is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity.

Schedule

We anticipate that you will generally work approximately 30 hours per week. We anticipate that you will generally be scheduled to work the rotating shift (alternating between AMs & PMs). AM shifts are typically 7:00-3:30 & PM shifts are 2:00-10:30. We anticipate you will be scheduled to work 100% at the Hyde Park campus. The days of the week that you are scheduled will be Monday-Friday and every other weekend.