Clinical Pharmacist

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Agency: Department of Human Services
Location: Elgin, IL, US, 60123
Closing Date: 6/17/2024
Salary: Anticipated Salary (Effective 7/1/24): $8,486 - $12,616 per month ($101,832 - $151,392 per year)
County: Kane
Number of Vacancies: 1

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This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number 36893

Position Overview
The Office of Clinical, Administrative and Program Support is seeking to hire a licensed registered Pharmacist located in Elgin, Illinois to serve as a clinical pharmacist at the Facility in the interdisciplinary setting for matters related to pharmacological uses. The Clinical Pharmacist provides guidance and professional leadership to the Pharmacy Technicians in filling physician orders and medication station supply requisitions. In addition, compiles information from client medication records and assists physicians, pharmacists, and nursing personnel in in-service training regarding drug/medication matters.

Job Responsibilities
1. Serves as a clinical pharmacist at the Facility in the interdisciplinary setting for matters related to pharmacological uses.
2. Provides guidance and professional leadership to the Pharmacy Technicians in filling physician orders and medication station supply requisitions.
3. Compiles information from client medication records.
4. Assists physicians, pharmacists, and nursing personnel in in-service training regarding drug/medication matters.
5. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications
1. Requires current license as a registered pharmacist in the State of Illinois.
2. Requires one year of professional experience as a practicing registering pharmacist.

Preferred Qualifications
1. One (1) year of professional experience dealing with medical reactions, benefits, and side effects associated with specific drug therapies.
2. One (1) year of professional experience directing and participating in the preparation of complex prescriptions.
3. One (1) year of professional experience analyzing and properly interpreting medication and charts and identifying and recommending modifications when necessary.
4. One (1) year of professional experience maintaining accurate records and reports of pharmaceuticals purchases, dispensed and stored.
5. One (1) year of professional experience providing leadership and guidance relating to medical reactions, benefits and side effects.
6. One (1) year of professional experience communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.

Conditions of Employment
1. Requires an Illinois Registered Pharmacist license free of discipline.
2. Requires no discipline reported from other States Boards of Pharmacy.
3. Requires the ability to maintain licensure in good standing as a registered pharmacist in the State of Illinois.
4. Requires ability to lift, push and carry up to 50 lbs.
5. Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
6. Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Work Location: 750 S State St, Elgin, Illinois, 60123
Office of Clinical, Administrative and Program Support
Bureau of Pharmacy & Clinical Support Services
Pharmacy Operations Elgin
Agency Contact:
Posting Group: Health Services ; Social Services

About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
GI Bill Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)