Per Diem Hospital Pharmacist – Flexible Chicago Shift

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 92,000 - 131,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem role

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, seeks a per diem Registered Pharmacist to support the Rush Retail Pharmacy under the Pharmacy Unit Manager. The role focuses on validating prescriptions, counseling patients, and ensuring safe, effective therapy in ambulatory care settings.

Qualifications include Illinois licensure, BS in Pharmacy or PharmD, and desirable hospital/retail experience. Flexibility with schedule and strong communication are essential to success in this position.

Qualifications

• Licensed pharmacist in Illinois.
• Experience in hospital pharmacy and retail pharmacy desired.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to evaluate drug therapy and advise clinicians.

Responsibilities

• Interprets and validates prescriptions for legibility and authenticity.
• Checks patient profiles before dispensing.
• Evaluates dosage regimens for safety and efficacy.
• Monitors refill status and addresses non-compliance.
• Fills and checks prescriptions in a timely manner.
• Educates patients on proper medication use and side effects.
• Responds to drug information inquiries from clinicians.

Skills

Verbal communication

Team player

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Dependable

Time management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Job description

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, seeks a per diem Registered Pharmacist to support the Rush Retail Pharmacy under the Pharmacy Unit Manager. The role focuses on validating prescriptions, counseling patients, and ensuring safe, effective therapy in ambulatory care settings.

Qualifications include Illinois licensure, BS in Pharmacy or PharmD, and desirable hospital/retail experience. Flexibility with schedule and strong communication are essential to success in this position.