Clinical Pharmacist

Responsibilities

• Interpret medication orders to ensure safety, proper use, and compatibility while preventing administration errors.
• Monitor medication therapy for significant drug-drug, drug-diet, or drug-laboratory test interactions.
• Act as a clinical consultant to physicians and nurses regarding pharmacokinetics and adverse reactions.
• Compound and dispense pharmaceuticals, including sterile products, chemotherapy, and parenteral nutrition.
• Review laboratory data, including microbial cultures and toxicology, to recommend medication changes.
• Educate patients, families, and healthcare professionals on specific medications and therapeutic plans.
• Respond to emergency situations, such as cardiac arrests, to assist with medication management.
• Document all clinical activities, interventions, and patient profiles within the Electronic Health Record.

Requirements

• Active Clinical Pharmacist license in the state of Illinois (IDFPR).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy or a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a pharmacy residency program or equivalent hospital pharmacy experience.
• Specialized training and knowledge in areas such as neonatology, critical care, or oncology.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with hourly rates ranging from $61.37 to $82.85.
• Comprehensive benefits including 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits.
• Support for professional growth through tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness.

About the Company

Northwestern Medicine is a leader in the healthcare industry, driven by a patient-first approach. Our Department of Pharmacy strives to be a national leader in advancing pharmacy enterprise through excellence, innovation, education, and research, delivering the safest and most effective patient care.