PHARMACIST - PRN

SUMMARY:

The PRN Registered Pharmacist 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.

KEY 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.

QUALIFICATIONS AND 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.

KEY 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:

• Salary: 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.

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