Clinical Pharmacist — Patient-Centered Therapy Leader

Northwestern Medicine; Huntley (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in Illinois is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist PNE to identify, prevent, and resolve medication-related problems while providing authoritative information to clinicians, patients, and the public. The role ensures that information, clinical care, and drug distribution are integrated to enable patient-centered care across NM.

The position supports the department's mission to deliver safe, high-quality care, advance research, and coordinate pharmacy services across the

Qualifications

• Active Illinois Pharmacist license (IDFPR).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy Degree.

Responsibilities

• Interprets medication orders to ensure safety and proper use, coordinating problem resolution among pharmacy, nursing and prescribers.
• Monitors therapy for significant drug interactions and intervenes as needed.
• Evaluates and documents appropriateness of medications to achieve therapeutic outcomes.
• Acts as a consultant in pharmacokinetics and adverse reactions for clinicians and staff.
• Processes all medication orders into the Electronic Health Record accurately.
• Maintains comprehensive patient pharmacy profiles with relevant clinical data.
• Oversees packaging, labeling, and distribution of medications in accordance with policies.
• Compounds and dispenses pharmaceuticals including sterile products and parenteral nutrition.
• Verifies orders before delivery and resolves discrepancies.
• Reviews lab data for medication use appropriateness and suggests changes.
• Develops and presents education and training for medical, nursing, and pharmacy staff.
• Educates patients and families about specific medications.
• Responds to emergencies to assist with medication management.
• Maintains the hospital formulary and ensures formulary-conformant usage.
• Documents clinical activities and outcomes; collects data and maintains records.
• Communicates professional knowledge to patients and health professionals.
• Participates in quality improvement and medication use review activities.
• Organizes workload and coordinates staff to meet department objectives.
• Reviews ADC restocking and resolves related issues.
• Ensures compliance with hazardous waste procedures and maintains proficiency in practice areas.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

Northwestern Medicine in Illinois is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist PNE to identify, prevent, and resolve medication-related problems while providing authoritative information to clinicians, patients, and the public. The role ensures that information, clinical care, and drug distribution are integrated to enable patient-centered care across NM.

The position supports the department's mission to deliver safe, high-quality care, advance research, and coordinate pharmacy services across the