Pharmacist - Procurement Operations (Distribution Center) - Northwestern Memorial Healthcare

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

The Pharmacist - Procurement Operations reflects the mission, vision, and values of NMHC, adheres to the organizations Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The mission of the Department of Pharmacy is to deliver the safest, highest quality, most effective and efficient patient care while developing the best people, advancing research, and integrating pharmacy services to successfully coordinate care across the Northwestern Medicine enterprise.

The vision of the Department of Pharmacy is to be a recognized as a national leader in advancing the pharmacy enterprise through excellence, innovation, education and research.

Responsibilities:

Operational

• Plans and maintains procedures for packaging, and labeling pharmaceuticals, according to policy and legal requirements, and ensures quality, security, and proper disposal
• Manages processing, distribution, and delivery of medications and pharmacy services
• Provides work direction and guidance for pharmacy technicians in performing technical pharmacy functions, including checking the technician's work to maintain high standards of pharmaceutical care.
• Ensures that stock and supplies necessary for customer care are ordered, stored, and handled in an organized and efficient manner in the absence of the Lead Pharmacist and/or manager
• Strives to improve efficiency and reduce costs in pharmacy area
• Precepts and provides training to pharmacy students and residents

Quality Excellence

• Performs routine audits and/or reviews to evaluate formulary compliance and quantify impact of institutional decisions, guidelines, and initiatives
• Coordinates and/or participates in other identified quality initiatives, based on the needs of the department or organization

• Supports the planning, designing, implementing, evaluating, and maintaining medication use processes for improvement initiatives as it relates to formulary management and optimization of medication use
• Collaborate with pharmacy leadership, IT, and supply chain across NMHC system to support safe, standard, and effective medication usage and practices
• Ensures compliance with laws governing the practice of pharmacy and distribution of drugs

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Will occasionally lift up to 25 lbs. without assistance
• Must be able to stand up majority of the workday
• Must have functional speech, vision, and hearing
• Will be exposed to chemical hazards; therefore, must have the ability to wear protective clothing as needed
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job

EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Required:

• Current license to practice pharmacy in the State of Illinois.
• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or a Doctor of Pharmacy degree.

Preferred:

• Training and knowledge of specialty areas (neonatology, critical care, oncology, etc.).
• Completion of a pharmacy residency program or equivalent hospital pharmacy experience.
• Experience with Pharmacy Distribution Center
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Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.