Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Pharmacy Services- Administration Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page ( Pay Range: $23.12 - $36.41 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary: The Pharmacy Buyer is responsible for purchasing of pharmaceuticals for the three ambulatory infusion pharmacies, as well as day-to-day operations related to inventory. The scope shall include responsibility for pharmacy purchasing, maintaining stock of outpatient medications, procurement of non-formulary items, and other various purchasing needs. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Other information: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: •High school diploma or equivalent required. •Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred. •Two or more years of relevant experience required. •Licensed and PTCB certified pharmacy technician. •Strong analytical, problem-solving, written communication and interpersonal skills. •Flexible with work schedule. •Dependable attendance and job performance. •Active participation in pharmacy professional or peer organizations Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Responsibilities: 1.Coordinates all supply chain processes for purchasing and receiving pharmaceuticals for ambulatory infusion sites. 2.Oversees monthly pharmacy medication expenses and tracking items with increased expenses. 3.Utilizes split billing software to appropriately order medications on 340B and non-340B accounts 4.Provides monthly reports of contract compliance and tracking of drug savings. 5.Maintains pharmacy purchasing systems. 6.Assists with implementation of inventory database. 7.Maintains inventory database. 8.Manages patient supplied medications within the ambulatory infusion pharmacies 9.Coordinates purchasing of medications on the formulary, including adjusting par levels and finding suitable alternatives in times of drug shortages. 10.Coordinates procurement of non-formulary items in collaboration with the ambulatory infusion leadership team. 11.Evaluates alternative medication dosage forms for cost-savings and coordinate interchange of new alternative medications, as needed. 12.Meets with vendor representatives as needed for contract and product information. 13.Participate in Pyxis inventory optimization, including the need to alter drug inventory levels versus a one-time increase in inventory purchased. 14.Proactively manage stock outs with regard to human factors (i.e. not signing out inventory) versus the need to optimize inventory levels. 15.Performs within the framework of RUMC/HDM, L.L.C. policies and procedures 16.Performs other duties as assigned Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
10/04/2025
Full time
Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Pharmacy Services- Administration Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page ( Pay Range: $23.12 - $36.41 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary: The Pharmacy Buyer is responsible for purchasing of pharmaceuticals for the three ambulatory infusion pharmacies, as well as day-to-day operations related to inventory. The scope shall include responsibility for pharmacy purchasing, maintaining stock of outpatient medications, procurement of non-formulary items, and other various purchasing needs. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Other information: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: •High school diploma or equivalent required. •Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred. •Two or more years of relevant experience required. •Licensed and PTCB certified pharmacy technician. •Strong analytical, problem-solving, written communication and interpersonal skills. •Flexible with work schedule. •Dependable attendance and job performance. •Active participation in pharmacy professional or peer organizations Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Responsibilities: 1.Coordinates all supply chain processes for purchasing and receiving pharmaceuticals for ambulatory infusion sites. 2.Oversees monthly pharmacy medication expenses and tracking items with increased expenses. 3.Utilizes split billing software to appropriately order medications on 340B and non-340B accounts 4.Provides monthly reports of contract compliance and tracking of drug savings. 5.Maintains pharmacy purchasing systems. 6.Assists with implementation of inventory database. 7.Maintains inventory database. 8.Manages patient supplied medications within the ambulatory infusion pharmacies 9.Coordinates purchasing of medications on the formulary, including adjusting par levels and finding suitable alternatives in times of drug shortages. 10.Coordinates procurement of non-formulary items in collaboration with the ambulatory infusion leadership team. 11.Evaluates alternative medication dosage forms for cost-savings and coordinate interchange of new alternative medications, as needed. 12.Meets with vendor representatives as needed for contract and product information. 13.Participate in Pyxis inventory optimization, including the need to alter drug inventory levels versus a one-time increase in inventory purchased. 14.Proactively manage stock outs with regard to human factors (i.e. not signing out inventory) versus the need to optimize inventory levels. 15.Performs within the framework of RUMC/HDM, L.L.C. policies and procedures 16.Performs other duties as assigned Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Pharmacy Services- Administration Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (). Pay Range: $63.23 - $99.59 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary: Clinical pharmacy services will be provided to the malignant hematology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology, and stem cell therapy (SCT) recipients and/or the family/caregivers of SCT recipients during inpatient hospitalization for cancer, chemotherapy and its complications and all phases of SCT. Clinical pharmacy services will be provided in collaboration with pediatric pharmacists for pediatric oncology. The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacy service will include identifying, solving and preventing medication related problems in the hematology/oncology/SCT population. The SCT pharmacist will provide education regarding the safe and effective use of medications in the post allogeneic SCT population to the healthcare team, patients and families and will facilitate the processing of chemotherapy for patients admitted to the hospital. Other information: Qualifications (Hematology/Oncology/SCT): Required Job Qualifications: •Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy •Illinois Pharmacist License (or eligibility to be licensed in Illinois) •Post Graduate ASHP Year Two Pharmacy Residency in Hematology/Oncology •Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties Board Certification Board of Oncology Pharmacy Specialty Certification (BCOP) prior to or within 18 months of hire •BLS Certification •Knowledge in intravenous admixture services, intravenous drug therapy and chemotherapy and cellular therapies. •Must be able to work effectively with others to provide safe and effective drug therapy •Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to work independently and quickly in responding to and resolving a wide range of problems. Preferred Job Qualifications: •ACLS Certification (or shall be obtained upon hire) •Doctor of Pharmacy degree and residency certificate •Experience and strong knowledge base in chemotherapy Responsibilities: Outpatient care: 1.The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacist will: a.Be available as needed during the evaluation phase if any multidisciplinary team member feels a consult is needed by the hematology/oncology pharmacist. b.Participate in development of patient education materials with multidisciplinary team members in preparing patients for SCT. c.Be available on a consultative basis to the outpatient SCT clinic on patients with immunosuppression problems identified by any multidisciplinary transplant team member. Inpatient Acute Care: 1.The hematology, oncology, gyne/onc and SCT pharmacists: a.Attends interdisciplinary rounds for malignant hematology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology and SCT daily to assist the respective team with the design, implementation and monitoring of medication regimens. b.Reviews drug therapy to ensure appropriate use, dose, dosage form, regimen, route, therapeutic duplication, drug allergies, drug interactions and cost-effective therapy. c.Reconciles home medications for admitted patients. d.Discusses medication order clarifications with the prescriber/healthcare team and document any changes in patient and pharmacy records to inform others of medication order changes. e.Provides individual patient/family counseling on medication regimens, adherence to medication regimens and adverse effects of medication regimens to patients/caregivers prior to discharge of allogeneic SCT patients and other patients deemed appropriate and document in the electronic medical record. f.Provides pharmacokinetic consultations as required. Kinetic notes are written for every new start of vancomycin or an aminoglycoside and for dose modifications. g.Prevents, detects monitors, documents and reports adverse drug reactions and medication errors. h.Reviews chemotherapy orders for hematology, oncology, gyne/onc, and SCT patients receiving chemotherapy inpatient. i.Available to nursing staff for questions on medication orders. j.Order verification/in-basket messages for assigned units. k.PM staffing required, frequency based on departmental need. l.Changing medications from IV to PO as appropriate. m.Assist with facilitating chemotherapy desensitizations in the MICU. Discharge Planning (Inpatient Acute Care): 1.The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacist will: a.Participate in discharge planning and discuss relevant changes to the home medication list prior to discharge with the team and/or the patient as required. b.Help facilitate discharge planning for smooth transition to outpatient pharmacies or alternate site of care. c.Assist in assessing insurance coverage and assist in prior authorization for medications (when necessary) in advance of discharge. Other responsibilities (Hematology/Oncology/SCT): 1.The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacist will: a.Act as the pharmacy liaison to the Cancer Center. b.Coordinate pharmacy participation in hematology/oncology, SCT and gynecology/oncology-related committees. c.Actively participate in multidisciplinary hematology service meetings. d.Actively participate in multidisciplinary SCT service meetings. e.Provide updates in therapeutics to the hematology, oncology programs as needed via memos, presentations and one on one communications. f.Provide education to the interdisciplinary round team members on relevant medication topics as needed (e.g. neutropenic fever). g.Participate in quality improvement initiatives for the hematology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology and SCT programs. h.Actively participate in outcomes-based research for the hematology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology and SCT programs i.Participate in coverage of Heme/Onc Clinical Pharmacist pager. Other responsibilities (Department of Pharmacy): 1.The hematology/oncology pharmacist will: a.Provide updates in transplant therapeutics to the Department of Pharmacy as needed via memos, presentations and one on one communications. b.Assist with chemotherapy monographs, Epic builds, guidelines for use for newly approved chemotherapy agents. c.Precept Introductory to Pharmacy Practice (IPPE) students, Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) students, Pharmacy Practice (PGY1) Residents and Specialty (PGY2) Residents on rotation in the hematology/oncology/SCT specialty area. d.Be available for drug distribution and order verification support as needed. e.Work with the pharmacy operations manager regarding chemotherapy workflow issues. f.Work with pharmacy informatics to improve chemotherapy workflow and safety. g.Assist in the review of pharmacy policies impacting chemotherapy processes. h.Participate in multidisciplinary Clinical Resource Management meetings for areas of specialty. Promote and demonstrate rational, cost-effective drug therapy: 1.The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacist will: a.Develop, implement and monitor hematology/oncology/SCT-related clinical protocols and guidelines. b.Identify and implement drug therapy where positive pharmacoeconomic impact could be achieved. The ultimate goal is to develop and assure cost-effective clinical pathways. c.Present relevant drug therapies at the hospital Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee and will serve on the Chemotherapy Pharmacy and Therapeutics Subcommittee. d.Document clinical interventions and cost-avoidance as part of the pharmacy departmental documentation (I-Vent) program. e.Monitor the use of expensive medications to assure use consistent with approved criteria. f.Anticipate changes in drug therapy and report the potential impact it will represent to the overall hospital and drug budget. Universal Pharmacist Responsibilities: 1.Order Approval 2.Staffing (weekday, weekend, and holiday) 3.Aseptic technique 4.Document I-vents 5.Distribution systems (Pyxis, carousels, etc.) 6.Anticoagulation dosing/monitoring 7.Antibiotic dosing 8.Pharmacokinetics 9.Narcotics 10.Code blue pager coverage 11.Crash cart checking Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
10/04/2025
Full time
Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Pharmacy Services- Administration Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (). Pay Range: $63.23 - $99.59 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary: Clinical pharmacy services will be provided to the malignant hematology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology, and stem cell therapy (SCT) recipients and/or the family/caregivers of SCT recipients during inpatient hospitalization for cancer, chemotherapy and its complications and all phases of SCT. Clinical pharmacy services will be provided in collaboration with pediatric pharmacists for pediatric oncology. The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacy service will include identifying, solving and preventing medication related problems in the hematology/oncology/SCT population. The SCT pharmacist will provide education regarding the safe and effective use of medications in the post allogeneic SCT population to the healthcare team, patients and families and will facilitate the processing of chemotherapy for patients admitted to the hospital. Other information: Qualifications (Hematology/Oncology/SCT): Required Job Qualifications: •Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy •Illinois Pharmacist License (or eligibility to be licensed in Illinois) •Post Graduate ASHP Year Two Pharmacy Residency in Hematology/Oncology •Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties Board Certification Board of Oncology Pharmacy Specialty Certification (BCOP) prior to or within 18 months of hire •BLS Certification •Knowledge in intravenous admixture services, intravenous drug therapy and chemotherapy and cellular therapies. •Must be able to work effectively with others to provide safe and effective drug therapy •Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to work independently and quickly in responding to and resolving a wide range of problems. Preferred Job Qualifications: •ACLS Certification (or shall be obtained upon hire) •Doctor of Pharmacy degree and residency certificate •Experience and strong knowledge base in chemotherapy Responsibilities: Outpatient care: 1.The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacist will: a.Be available as needed during the evaluation phase if any multidisciplinary team member feels a consult is needed by the hematology/oncology pharmacist. b.Participate in development of patient education materials with multidisciplinary team members in preparing patients for SCT. c.Be available on a consultative basis to the outpatient SCT clinic on patients with immunosuppression problems identified by any multidisciplinary transplant team member. Inpatient Acute Care: 1.The hematology, oncology, gyne/onc and SCT pharmacists: a.Attends interdisciplinary rounds for malignant hematology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology and SCT daily to assist the respective team with the design, implementation and monitoring of medication regimens. b.Reviews drug therapy to ensure appropriate use, dose, dosage form, regimen, route, therapeutic duplication, drug allergies, drug interactions and cost-effective therapy. c.Reconciles home medications for admitted patients. d.Discusses medication order clarifications with the prescriber/healthcare team and document any changes in patient and pharmacy records to inform others of medication order changes. e.Provides individual patient/family counseling on medication regimens, adherence to medication regimens and adverse effects of medication regimens to patients/caregivers prior to discharge of allogeneic SCT patients and other patients deemed appropriate and document in the electronic medical record. f.Provides pharmacokinetic consultations as required. Kinetic notes are written for every new start of vancomycin or an aminoglycoside and for dose modifications. g.Prevents, detects monitors, documents and reports adverse drug reactions and medication errors. h.Reviews chemotherapy orders for hematology, oncology, gyne/onc, and SCT patients receiving chemotherapy inpatient. i.Available to nursing staff for questions on medication orders. j.Order verification/in-basket messages for assigned units. k.PM staffing required, frequency based on departmental need. l.Changing medications from IV to PO as appropriate. m.Assist with facilitating chemotherapy desensitizations in the MICU. Discharge Planning (Inpatient Acute Care): 1.The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacist will: a.Participate in discharge planning and discuss relevant changes to the home medication list prior to discharge with the team and/or the patient as required. b.Help facilitate discharge planning for smooth transition to outpatient pharmacies or alternate site of care. c.Assist in assessing insurance coverage and assist in prior authorization for medications (when necessary) in advance of discharge. Other responsibilities (Hematology/Oncology/SCT): 1.The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacist will: a.Act as the pharmacy liaison to the Cancer Center. b.Coordinate pharmacy participation in hematology/oncology, SCT and gynecology/oncology-related committees. c.Actively participate in multidisciplinary hematology service meetings. d.Actively participate in multidisciplinary SCT service meetings. e.Provide updates in therapeutics to the hematology, oncology programs as needed via memos, presentations and one on one communications. f.Provide education to the interdisciplinary round team members on relevant medication topics as needed (e.g. neutropenic fever). g.Participate in quality improvement initiatives for the hematology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology and SCT programs. h.Actively participate in outcomes-based research for the hematology, medical oncology, gynecologic oncology and SCT programs i.Participate in coverage of Heme/Onc Clinical Pharmacist pager. Other responsibilities (Department of Pharmacy): 1.The hematology/oncology pharmacist will: a.Provide updates in transplant therapeutics to the Department of Pharmacy as needed via memos, presentations and one on one communications. b.Assist with chemotherapy monographs, Epic builds, guidelines for use for newly approved chemotherapy agents. c.Precept Introductory to Pharmacy Practice (IPPE) students, Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) students, Pharmacy Practice (PGY1) Residents and Specialty (PGY2) Residents on rotation in the hematology/oncology/SCT specialty area. d.Be available for drug distribution and order verification support as needed. e.Work with the pharmacy operations manager regarding chemotherapy workflow issues. f.Work with pharmacy informatics to improve chemotherapy workflow and safety. g.Assist in the review of pharmacy policies impacting chemotherapy processes. h.Participate in multidisciplinary Clinical Resource Management meetings for areas of specialty. Promote and demonstrate rational, cost-effective drug therapy: 1.The hematology/oncology/SCT pharmacist will: a.Develop, implement and monitor hematology/oncology/SCT-related clinical protocols and guidelines. b.Identify and implement drug therapy where positive pharmacoeconomic impact could be achieved. The ultimate goal is to develop and assure cost-effective clinical pathways. c.Present relevant drug therapies at the hospital Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee and will serve on the Chemotherapy Pharmacy and Therapeutics Subcommittee. d.Document clinical interventions and cost-avoidance as part of the pharmacy departmental documentation (I-Vent) program. e.Monitor the use of expensive medications to assure use consistent with approved criteria. f.Anticipate changes in drug therapy and report the potential impact it will represent to the overall hospital and drug budget. Universal Pharmacist Responsibilities: 1.Order Approval 2.Staffing (weekday, weekend, and holiday) 3.Aseptic technique 4.Document I-vents 5.Distribution systems (Pyxis, carousels, etc.) 6.Anticoagulation dosing/monitoring 7.Antibiotic dosing 8.Pharmacokinetics 9.Narcotics 10.Code blue pager coverage 11.Crash cart checking Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Pharmacy Services- Administration Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (). Pay Range: $23.12 - $36.41 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary: The Pharmacy Buyer is responsible for purchasing of pharmaceuticals for the three ambulatory infusion pharmacies, as well as day-to-day operations related to inventory. The scope shall include responsibility for pharmacy purchasing, maintaining stock of outpatient medications, procurement of non-formulary items, and other various purchasing needs. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Other information: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: •High school diploma or equivalent required. •Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred. •Two or more years of relevant experience required. •Licensed and PTCB certified pharmacy technician. •Strong analytical, problem-solving, written communication and interpersonal skills. •Flexible with work schedule. •Dependable attendance and job performance. •Active participation in pharmacy professional or peer organizations Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Responsibilities: 1.Coordinates all supply chain processes for purchasing and receiving pharmaceuticals for ambulatory infusion sites. 2.Oversees monthly pharmacy medication expenses and tracking items with increased expenses. 3.Utilizes split billing software to appropriately order medications on 340B and non-340B accounts 4.Provides monthly reports of contract compliance and tracking of drug savings. 5.Maintains pharmacy purchasing systems. 6.Assists with implementation of inventory database. 7.Maintains inventory database. 8.Manages patient supplied medications within the ambulatory infusion pharmacies 9.Coordinates purchasing of medications on the formulary, including adjusting par levels and finding suitable alternatives in times of drug shortages. 10.Coordinates procurement of non-formulary items in collaboration with the ambulatory infusion leadership team. 11.Evaluates alternative medication dosage forms for cost-savings and coordinate interchange of new alternative medications, as needed. 12.Meets with vendor representatives as needed for contract and product information. 13.Participate in Pyxis inventory optimization, including the need to alter drug inventory levels versus a one-time increase in inventory purchased. 14.Proactively manage stock outs with regard to human factors (i.e. not signing out inventory) versus the need to optimize inventory levels. 15.Performs within the framework of RUMC/HDM, L.L.C. policies and procedures 16.Performs other duties as assigned Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
10/04/2025
Full time
Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Pharmacy Services- Administration Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (). Pay Range: $23.12 - $36.41 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary: The Pharmacy Buyer is responsible for purchasing of pharmaceuticals for the three ambulatory infusion pharmacies, as well as day-to-day operations related to inventory. The scope shall include responsibility for pharmacy purchasing, maintaining stock of outpatient medications, procurement of non-formulary items, and other various purchasing needs. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Other information: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: •High school diploma or equivalent required. •Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred. •Two or more years of relevant experience required. •Licensed and PTCB certified pharmacy technician. •Strong analytical, problem-solving, written communication and interpersonal skills. •Flexible with work schedule. •Dependable attendance and job performance. •Active participation in pharmacy professional or peer organizations Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Responsibilities: 1.Coordinates all supply chain processes for purchasing and receiving pharmaceuticals for ambulatory infusion sites. 2.Oversees monthly pharmacy medication expenses and tracking items with increased expenses. 3.Utilizes split billing software to appropriately order medications on 340B and non-340B accounts 4.Provides monthly reports of contract compliance and tracking of drug savings. 5.Maintains pharmacy purchasing systems. 6.Assists with implementation of inventory database. 7.Maintains inventory database. 8.Manages patient supplied medications within the ambulatory infusion pharmacies 9.Coordinates purchasing of medications on the formulary, including adjusting par levels and finding suitable alternatives in times of drug shortages. 10.Coordinates procurement of non-formulary items in collaboration with the ambulatory infusion leadership team. 11.Evaluates alternative medication dosage forms for cost-savings and coordinate interchange of new alternative medications, as needed. 12.Meets with vendor representatives as needed for contract and product information. 13.Participate in Pyxis inventory optimization, including the need to alter drug inventory levels versus a one-time increase in inventory purchased. 14.Proactively manage stock outs with regard to human factors (i.e. not signing out inventory) versus the need to optimize inventory levels. 15.Performs within the framework of RUMC/HDM, L.L.C. policies and procedures 16.Performs other duties as assigned Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: System Pharmacy Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (). Pay Range: $41.88 - $70.36 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary: The Medication and Pharmacy Data Analytics Specialist serves as the liaison between pharmacy operations, pharmacy informatics, system knowledge management teams to inform, design, build, and analyze the prioritization and strategic growth of the RUSH pharmacy enterprise. The role is responsible for designing, managing, and analyzing healthcare data systems with a focus on medication use processes, clinical workflows, and patient care. Th technical skills of this role exist in data engineering and informatics to support healthcare organizations in delivering efficient, safe, and data-driven enterprise pharmacy services. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Responsibilities: Collaborative Problem Solving Produces deliverables for leadership and communicates with all levels of stakeholders. Collaborate with healthcare providers to implement and refine workflows that incorporate pharmaceutical data. Pharmacy Informatics Continuous improvement of pharmacy-related IT systems, including medication dispensing software, inventory management tools, and automated dispensing technologies. Leverage data to improve medication safety, reduce errors, and enhance clinical decision-making. Data Management and Integration Gather business and data requirements from stakeholders. Captures, develops, and documents data definitions, business rules, and data quality requirements. Design and maintain databases that store pharmaceutical, clinical, and operational data (e.g., medication records, patient outcomes, drug interactions). Integrate data from various sources such as electronic health records (EHRs), pharmacy management systems, and clinical decision support tools to optimize and automate decision making. Data Analysis and Reporting Conducts data analysis in support of a variety of analytic solutions. Create and produce forecasts, reports, ad hoc requests, dashboards, etc. Interprets data, analyzes results, create visualizations, and provides insights to determine operational impact, trends, and opportunities to communicate insights to pharmacists, clinicians, and leadership. Produces reports and analytics that facilitate evidence-based clinical, financial, and operational decisions. Systems Development and Automation Identifies and defines both process and data improvements. Build and maintain systems to process, integrate, and transform data into robust analytics. Create algorithms or models to predict medication utilization. Work with software developers to integrate data solutions into existing healthcare platforms. Stakeholder, Regulatory and Clinical Support Ensures compliance with deliverable reporting requirements by performing quality data audits and analysis. Ensure data accuracy, security, and compliance with regulations. Provide expertise on drug-related data to support clinical trials, population health management, or precision medicine initiatives. Required Job Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in information science, computer science or related field. Experience: 3 years of data analysis, query design, and reporting experience. Experience with test reporting solutions in house reporting solutions, i.e. Tableau, MS SQL Server and Oracle. Experience with reports, dashboards, scorecards using Microsoft SSRS, SSAS, and MDX in a data warehousing environment. Strong analytical, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated experience in requirements gathering and using relational databases. Ability to perform detailed data analysis (i.e. determine the structure, content, and quality of the data through examination of source systems and data samples). Good visual aesthetic sense relative to report development and presentation to the user. Excellent written and verbal communication, facilitation, and customer facing skills Must have a strong customer service orientation and excellent organizational skills. Preferred Job Qualifications: Experience: Demonstrated pharmacy experience; Proven experience with data engineering tools and healthcare IT systems (e.g., EHRs like Epic or Cerner). Specialized certification(s): Epic Revenue Data Model, Epic Clinical Data Model Certification, Epic Clarity Data Model Certification, Epic Caboodle (Data Warehouse) Data Model Certification, Epic Cogito Certification, Epic Willow Ambulatory Certification, Epic Willow Inpatient Certification. Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, T-SQL; PL/SQL. Familiarity with ERP information systems. Familiarity with EMR information systems. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
10/04/2025
Full time
Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: System Pharmacy Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (). Pay Range: $41.88 - $70.36 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary: The Medication and Pharmacy Data Analytics Specialist serves as the liaison between pharmacy operations, pharmacy informatics, system knowledge management teams to inform, design, build, and analyze the prioritization and strategic growth of the RUSH pharmacy enterprise. The role is responsible for designing, managing, and analyzing healthcare data systems with a focus on medication use processes, clinical workflows, and patient care. Th technical skills of this role exist in data engineering and informatics to support healthcare organizations in delivering efficient, safe, and data-driven enterprise pharmacy services. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Responsibilities: Collaborative Problem Solving Produces deliverables for leadership and communicates with all levels of stakeholders. Collaborate with healthcare providers to implement and refine workflows that incorporate pharmaceutical data. Pharmacy Informatics Continuous improvement of pharmacy-related IT systems, including medication dispensing software, inventory management tools, and automated dispensing technologies. Leverage data to improve medication safety, reduce errors, and enhance clinical decision-making. Data Management and Integration Gather business and data requirements from stakeholders. Captures, develops, and documents data definitions, business rules, and data quality requirements. Design and maintain databases that store pharmaceutical, clinical, and operational data (e.g., medication records, patient outcomes, drug interactions). Integrate data from various sources such as electronic health records (EHRs), pharmacy management systems, and clinical decision support tools to optimize and automate decision making. Data Analysis and Reporting Conducts data analysis in support of a variety of analytic solutions. Create and produce forecasts, reports, ad hoc requests, dashboards, etc. Interprets data, analyzes results, create visualizations, and provides insights to determine operational impact, trends, and opportunities to communicate insights to pharmacists, clinicians, and leadership. Produces reports and analytics that facilitate evidence-based clinical, financial, and operational decisions. Systems Development and Automation Identifies and defines both process and data improvements. Build and maintain systems to process, integrate, and transform data into robust analytics. Create algorithms or models to predict medication utilization. Work with software developers to integrate data solutions into existing healthcare platforms. Stakeholder, Regulatory and Clinical Support Ensures compliance with deliverable reporting requirements by performing quality data audits and analysis. Ensure data accuracy, security, and compliance with regulations. Provide expertise on drug-related data to support clinical trials, population health management, or precision medicine initiatives. Required Job Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in information science, computer science or related field. Experience: 3 years of data analysis, query design, and reporting experience. Experience with test reporting solutions in house reporting solutions, i.e. Tableau, MS SQL Server and Oracle. Experience with reports, dashboards, scorecards using Microsoft SSRS, SSAS, and MDX in a data warehousing environment. Strong analytical, multi-tasking and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated experience in requirements gathering and using relational databases. Ability to perform detailed data analysis (i.e. determine the structure, content, and quality of the data through examination of source systems and data samples). Good visual aesthetic sense relative to report development and presentation to the user. Excellent written and verbal communication, facilitation, and customer facing skills Must have a strong customer service orientation and excellent organizational skills. Preferred Job Qualifications: Experience: Demonstrated pharmacy experience; Proven experience with data engineering tools and healthcare IT systems (e.g., EHRs like Epic or Cerner). Specialized certification(s): Epic Revenue Data Model, Epic Clinical Data Model Certification, Epic Clarity Data Model Certification, Epic Caboodle (Data Warehouse) Data Model Certification, Epic Cogito Certification, Epic Willow Ambulatory Certification, Epic Willow Inpatient Certification. Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, T-SQL; PL/SQL. Familiarity with ERP information systems. Familiarity with EMR information systems. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: ROPH OP Infusion Pharmacy Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (). Pay Range: $53.73 - $84.63 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary: The scope of practice of the Clinical Pharmacist Specialist covers direct and indirect patient care, education, medication safety, performance improvement, and consultation. The Clinical Pharmacist Specialist is responsible for the provision of both operational and clinical pharmacy services to a general population of patients. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Other information: Required Job Qualifications: •Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy. •Illinois Pharmacist License. •Minimum of four years of Clinical Pharmacy experience OR PGY 1 residency completed within the last seven years, which includes Clinical / Specialty Pharmacy experience. •Knowledge in intravenous admixture services, intravenous drug therapy and chemotherapy. •Must be able to work effectively with others to provide safe and effective drug therapy. •Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to work independently and quickly in responding to and resolving a wide range of problems. Preferred Job Qualifications: •BLS Certification. •ACLS Certification (or shall be obtained upon hire). •Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties Board Certification. •Doctor of Pharmacy degree and residency certificate. •Experience and strong knowledge base in specialty drug therapies. Responsibilities: 1. Responsibilities will include order verification, discharge counseling, projects, and education of other healthcare professionals 2. Evaluate and verify Epic physician's orders for therapeutic appropriateness, proper dosing, optimal dosage form, drug interactions, allergic reactions, route and rate of administration and therapeutic redundancy. 3. Clarify physicians' orders when necessary through direct and timely contact with prescriber or designated practitioner. 4. Provides patient-specific pharmacotherapy recommendations and drug information to the medical and nursing staff. 5. Participates in the pharmacy department's most current method of documenting clinical interventions. 6. Perform daily review of pharmacy reports including pharmacokinetic monitoring and other drug or patient specific reports that may be required. 7. Conducts monthly nursing unit inspections of medication storage areas as assigned. 8. Supervise pharmacy technician staff involved in the preparation and delivery of medications ensuring coordination of workflows with established delivery schedules. 9. Coordinate medication ordering, preparation, dispensing, and administration systems for the patient populations outlined above on a daily basis. 10. Implements all drug use policy and formulary decisions of the Pharmacy and Therapeutics committee. 11. Participates in SE (ADR and medication error) reporting programs. 12. Complete clinical and operational activities as designated by the departmental management team (e.g. pyxis inventory optimization, relevant process improvement projects, etc.). 13. Precept pharmacy students and residents (PGY1 and PGY2) as assigned in clinical and operational areas 14. Provides patient-specific pharmacotherapy recommendations and drug information to the medical and nursing staff. 15. Assess and evaluates the medical and drug literature in order to compare and contrast therapeutic regimens and uses for new or existing drug treatments. 16. Implement medication safety initiatives as determined by current departmental needs and ongoing projects. 17. Develop operational and clinical projects as determined by current departmental needs and ongoing projects. 18. Serves as a liaison with other departments for collaborative research activity. 19. Responsibility for evaluating and monitoring drug therapy relative to the total needs/problems of the ambulatory care patient in collaboration with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals. 20. Actively participates in professional organizations. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
10/03/2025
Full time
Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: ROPH OP Infusion Pharmacy Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0. 9 and 1. 0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (). Pay Range: $53.73 - $84.63 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary: The scope of practice of the Clinical Pharmacist Specialist covers direct and indirect patient care, education, medication safety, performance improvement, and consultation. The Clinical Pharmacist Specialist is responsible for the provision of both operational and clinical pharmacy services to a general population of patients. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Other information: Required Job Qualifications: •Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy. •Illinois Pharmacist License. •Minimum of four years of Clinical Pharmacy experience OR PGY 1 residency completed within the last seven years, which includes Clinical / Specialty Pharmacy experience. •Knowledge in intravenous admixture services, intravenous drug therapy and chemotherapy. •Must be able to work effectively with others to provide safe and effective drug therapy. •Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to work independently and quickly in responding to and resolving a wide range of problems. Preferred Job Qualifications: •BLS Certification. •ACLS Certification (or shall be obtained upon hire). •Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties Board Certification. •Doctor of Pharmacy degree and residency certificate. •Experience and strong knowledge base in specialty drug therapies. Responsibilities: 1. Responsibilities will include order verification, discharge counseling, projects, and education of other healthcare professionals 2. Evaluate and verify Epic physician's orders for therapeutic appropriateness, proper dosing, optimal dosage form, drug interactions, allergic reactions, route and rate of administration and therapeutic redundancy. 3. Clarify physicians' orders when necessary through direct and timely contact with prescriber or designated practitioner. 4. Provides patient-specific pharmacotherapy recommendations and drug information to the medical and nursing staff. 5. Participates in the pharmacy department's most current method of documenting clinical interventions. 6. Perform daily review of pharmacy reports including pharmacokinetic monitoring and other drug or patient specific reports that may be required. 7. Conducts monthly nursing unit inspections of medication storage areas as assigned. 8. Supervise pharmacy technician staff involved in the preparation and delivery of medications ensuring coordination of workflows with established delivery schedules. 9. Coordinate medication ordering, preparation, dispensing, and administration systems for the patient populations outlined above on a daily basis. 10. Implements all drug use policy and formulary decisions of the Pharmacy and Therapeutics committee. 11. Participates in SE (ADR and medication error) reporting programs. 12. Complete clinical and operational activities as designated by the departmental management team (e.g. pyxis inventory optimization, relevant process improvement projects, etc.). 13. Precept pharmacy students and residents (PGY1 and PGY2) as assigned in clinical and operational areas 14. Provides patient-specific pharmacotherapy recommendations and drug information to the medical and nursing staff. 15. Assess and evaluates the medical and drug literature in order to compare and contrast therapeutic regimens and uses for new or existing drug treatments. 16. Implement medication safety initiatives as determined by current departmental needs and ongoing projects. 17. Develop operational and clinical projects as determined by current departmental needs and ongoing projects. 18. Serves as a liaison with other departments for collaborative research activity. 19. Responsibility for evaluating and monitoring drug therapy relative to the total needs/problems of the ambulatory care patient in collaboration with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals. 20. Actively participates in professional organizations. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
