Pharmacist I

Pharmacist IThe Pharmacist I provides professional pharmacy services in a high-volume distribution environment, ensuring accurate prescription review, safe medication preparation, and excellent customer support. This role is ideal for a licensed pharmacist who is ambitious, eager to learn and grow, and comfortable working within a contractor pay structure. The position involves rotating 8-hour shifts within an extended operating window and requires the ability to stay on your feet throughout the day while contributing to efficient pharmacy operations.Responsibilities include:Review prescriptions issued by physicians or other authorized prescribers to verify accuracy, completeness, and appropriateness of therapy.Determine required formulas, ingredients, and processes needed to prepare prescribed medications according to standard pharmacy practices.Compound medications using established formulas and procedures, including weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients to ensure identity, purity, and strength.Direct and oversee pharmacy workers engaged in mixing, packaging, and labeling pharmaceuticals to maintain quality and compliance with procedures.Answer questions and provide clear, professional information to pharmacy customers regarding drug interactions, side effects, proper dosage, and storage requirements.Maintain established procedures related to quality assurance, including the security and accountability of controlled substances and the proper disposal of hazardous waste drugs.Enter and maintain accurate data in pharmacy systems, including patient information, prescribed medications, and costs, to support files, charge systems, and inventory management.Assay medications as needed to confirm identity, purity, and strength in accordance with pharmacy standards and regulatory requirements.Instruct interns and other medical personnel on pharmacy-related matters, including medication handling, safety protocols, and operational procedures.Multi-task effectively in a high-volume environment, managing prescription review, data entry, customer inquiries, and coordination with pharmacy staff.Collaborate with team members in a distribution area to ensure timely and accurate processing of retail, mail-order, and specialty pharmacy orders.Push carts containing medications and supplies as needed, typically every few hours, to support workflow and distribution activities.Adhere to all internal policies, regulatory requirements, and professional standards governing pharmacy practice.Demonstrate strong communication skills when interacting with colleagues and, as needed, patients and providers, ensuring clear and professional exchanges of information.Exhibit self-motivation and a proactive approach to learning, process improvement, and professional development within the pharmacy setting.Essential skills include:Active pharmacist license in the state of Illinois; license number must be included on the resume.At least one year of employment history, preferably with a retail pharmacy organization.Retail pharmacy experience, such as work in chain or community pharmacies handling high prescription volumes.Ability to stand and remain on your feet for the majority of the workday.Capability to push carts that may weigh up to approximately 30 pounds, with no heavy lifting required.Strong multi-tasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with customers, colleagues, and other healthcare professionals.Self-motivating work style, with the ability to work independently while contributing positively to the team.Comfort with working as a contractor and with a contractor-based pay structure.Proficiency with pharmacy operations, including prescription review, compounding, data entry, and inventory processes.Additional skills and qualifications include:Experience in mail-order or specialty pharmacy environments, particularly handling high-volume orders.Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree or equivalent professional pharmacy education (if applicable to licensure).Familiarity with prior authorization processes and coordination with payers or providers.Experience providing medication counseling on drug interactions, side effects, dosage, and storage.Experience in industrial or distribution-focused pharmacy settings is welcomed, especially where high-volume order processing was involved.Interest in ongoing professional growth, learning new systems, and adapting to evolving pharmacy practices.Work environment is based in a pharmacy distribution area that operates extended hours, with typical 8-hour shifts that may fall anywhere between early morning and late evening. Standard schedules run Monday through Friday, with 8-hour shifts structured in 8.5-hour blocks including a 30-minute lunch break. Shifts can vary within a window generally between 7:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., with examples such as 7:00 a.m.3:30 p.m., 9:00 a.m.5:30 p.m., and 11:00 a.m.7:30 p.m., and may rotate weekly. Training is typically conducted on an 8:00 a.m.4:30 p.m. schedule. In some cases, operating hours may extend between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., while maintaining an 8-hour work shift. Overtime is not required but may be offered based on business needs. The environment is active and fast-paced, requiring you to be on your feet for most of the day and to push carts with medications and supplies periodically, usually every few hours. Work is performed in a professional pharmacy distribution setting with established procedures for quality assurance, controlled substance security, and hazardous drug disposal. The dress code aligns with standard professional pharmacy attire appropriate for a clinical and distribution environment.This is a Contract position based out of North Chicago, IL. The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $60.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026. This is a fully onsite position in North Chicago, IL.