Clinical Instructor/Clinical Pharmacist, Wood Street Pharmacy

Position Overview

The Department of Pharmacy Practice at the University of Illinois Chicago Retzky College of Pharmacy is seeking a Clinical Instructor/Clinical Pharmacist to join the Ambulatory Pharmacy Services unit at Wood Street Pharmacy. The role combines academic responsibilities – including didactic instruction, clinical experiential teaching, and precepting PGY1 and PGY2 residents – with providing patient-centered clinical pharmacy services. The position is part of a dynamic team focused on quality health services and disease prevention for the UI Health System community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide didactic instruction and clinical experiential training as part of the Doctor of Pharmacy Program, including precepting PGY1 and PGY2 residents.
• Work closely with pharmacy technicians, students, medical staff, and patients to deliver patient-centered clinical pharmacy services.
• Review and verify medication orders accurately and efficiently while offering patient medication counseling.
• Ensure that all regulatory requirements are met, supervise pharmacy technicians, and assist with mail-out activities.

Required Qualifications

• Licensed, or eligible for licensure as a professional pharmacist in Illinois as of start date.
• Graduate of an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy PharmD program.
• Possess the knowledge and skills qualifying for a non-tenured clinical faculty position with the Department of Pharmacy Practice.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years of prior pharmacy experience.
• Previous pharmacy management experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with USP 797 and 800 compliance and standards in a hospital or clinical setting.
• Working knowledge of the programs serviced in the pharmacy.

Benefits & Perks

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents