Staff Pharmacist in Cicero, 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.

A pharmacist is needed to support warehouse operations in a contract position lasting six months. The role involves ensuring the efficient and compliant handling of medications within a logistical setting. This position requires availability Monday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Location: Cicero, IL
Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• 10:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
  Contract Duration: 6 months

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee receipt, storage, and distribution of medications, including refrigerated and specialty drugs.
• Manage inventory levels, order medications and supplies, and reduce waste or expired products.
• Ensure storage conditions meet USP standards and state/federal regulations.
• Verify medication orders prior to preparation or shipment.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians engaged in inventory, picking, packing, and shipping tasks.
• Coordinate with sterile compounding pharmacists and technicians to support patient medication orders.
• Review controlled substance inventories and maintain necessary documentation.
• Conduct cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, and quality assurance audits.
• Collaborate with purchasing, nursing, and operations teams to guarantee timely medication delivery.
• Utilize pharmacy software and inventory management systems for tracking medications and supplies.

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Active and clear Illinois pharmacist license required.
• Experience or knowledge of IV medication preferred.
• Strong organizational and supervisory skills.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and inventory management in pharmacy settings.

This contract role offers an opportunity to apply your pharmacy expertise in a dynamic warehouse environment. Candidates ready to contribute to medication management and ensure quality control are encouraged to apply.

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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