Pharmacist - PRN

PRN Registered Pharmacist

We are seeking a PRN Registered Pharmacist. This position provides comprehensive pharmacy services within a hospital setting, ensuring safe, effective, and evidence-based medication use across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings. This role works closely with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff to support optimal patient outcomes in a rural community hospital. The pharmacist is responsible for clinical review, medication verification, compounding, regulatory compliance, and direct patient education.

Responsibilities

• Medication Management & Clinical Review
  • Verify medication orders for accuracy, safety, and appropriateness.
  • Provide clinical pharmacy services, including dose adjustments, renal dosing, antimicrobial stewardship support, and therapeutic monitoring.
  • Review medication profiles and collaborate with providers to optimize therapy.
  • Counsel patients on medication use, side effects, and adherence.
• Dispensing & Compounding
  • Prepare and dispense medications in accordance with state and federal regulations.
  • Compound sterile and non-sterile products following USP <797>/<800> standards.
  • Oversee and support pharmacy technicians in daily operations.
  • Ensure timely delivery of medications to inpatient units and the emergency department.
• Regulatory, Safety, & Quality Compliance
  • Maintain compliance with Illinois Board of Pharmacy regulations, CMS requirements, and hospital policies.
  • Manage controlled substances, including inventory, documentation, and audits.
  • Participate in medication safety initiatives, quality improvement projects, and internal reviews.
  • Maintain accurate and complete documentation in the electronic health record.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Serve as a medication expert for physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff.
  • Participate in patient care rounds when applicable.
  • Provide drug information, education, and support for clinical decision-
  • Assist with transitions of care, including discharge medication counseling.
• Operational Support in a Critical Access Setting
  • Support pharmacy operations across all hospital departments due to the small-team environment.
  • Assist with formulary management, medication procurement, and shortage mitigation.
  • Participate in weekend and holiday on-call rotations.
  • Help maintain a clean, organized, and compliant pharmacy environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Active Illinois Registered Pharmacist (RPh or PharmD) license in good standing.
• Strong knowledge of hospital pharmacy practice, medication safety, and clinical therapeutics.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small, fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience in hospital or clinical pharmacy.
• Experience with sterile compounding and hazardous drug handling.
• Familiarity with electronic health records and automated dispensing systems.
• Background in antimicrobial stewardship, emergency medicine, or rural healthcare.

Skills and Attributes

• Commitment to patient safety and high-quality care.
• Adaptability and comfort managing diverse responsibilities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to build positive relationships with patients and interdisciplinary teams.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced, resource-limited environment.

Salary & Benefits

• $55.00 - 70.00 per hour plus shift differential for evenings, nights and weekends, where applicable.
• The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Benefits: PRN employees are offered a benefit package that includes Illinois Paid Leave and 401k. Details on benefits are available upon request.