Oncology Clinical Pharmacist-Specialty Pharmacy

Position Overview

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist who embodies our mission, vision, and values. This role is part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering world‐class, patient-centered care, advanced medical innovation, and breakthrough research in partnership with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. The Compensation for this position is between $60.10 and $78.13 per hour; placement within this range depends on relevant work experience, internal equity, and, where applicable, collective bargaining agreements.

At Northwestern Medicine, you will have the opportunity to grow your career through comprehensive training, mentorship, educational support, and a Total Rewards package that supports your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all NM Medicine Best Practice Procedures and comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Transfer prescriptions with appropriate documentation and process refill authorizations accurately.
• Dispense medications using professional judgment; verify each prescription for safety and accuracy.
• Supervise ancillary personnel, students, and technicians, and assist in their training.
• Document all clinical activities and interventions in the electronic medical record and therapy management systems.
• Manage medication inventory, including controlled substances and scheduled medications.
• Consult with healthcare professionals regarding pharmacokinetics, drug interactions, and adverse effects.
• Participate in quality improvement, orientation, education/training programs, and medication use review activities.
• Take after-hours call on a rotating basis, triage, and address patient requirements independently.
• Oversee the packaging, labeling, and distribution of medications ensuring compliance with established guidelines.
• Complete incident reports within 24 hours of error notification and communicate potential issues to prescribers.
• Participate actively in pharmacy staff meetings and collaborate closely with peers and management.

Required Qualifications

• Current license to practice pharmacy in the State of Illinois
• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy or a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) Degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Training and experience in specialty areas (e.g., neonatology, critical care, oncology)
• Completion of a pharmacy residency program or equivalent hospital pharmacy experience

Benefits & Perks

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k) program
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and holiday pay

For a full list of benefits, please visit our Benefits section.