Clinical Pharmacist

Location: Alton, IL, US, 62002-5012

Job Requisition ID:  44896

Opening Date: 03/04/2025

Closing Date/Time: 03/17/2025​

Agency: Department of Human Services

Class Title: CLINICAL PHARMACIST - 08235

Skill Option: None

Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Anticipated Salary: $8,486 - $13,186 per month ($101,832 - $158,232 per year)

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Madison

Number of Vacancies: 1

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm, 1-hour unpaid lunch

BPCSS/Alton pharmacy

Work Location: 4500 College Ave, Alton, Illinois, 62002-5012

Division of Pharmacy and Clinical Support Services

Bureau of Pharmacy and Clinical Support Services

Pharmacy Operations - Alton

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Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview

The Division of Pharmacy and Clinical Support Services is seeking to hire a licensed registered Pharmacist located in Alton, Illinois to serve as a clinical pharmacist at the Facility in the interdisciplinary setting for matters related to pharmacological uses. Performs fundamental pharmacist duties and functions as the Clinical Pharmacist monitoring drug therapy and communicating relevant findings and recommendations to other health care professionals responsible for patient care.  Performs monthly nursing stations checks, monitors individual client drug regimes.  Serves as pharmaceutical advisor to the Medical Administrator, Physicians, RN’s, interdisciplinary teams, pharmacy, clients, and parents/guardians.  Reviews client’s charts for proper medication programs and responses to medications. Assists physicians, pharmacists, and nursing personnel in in-service training regarding drug/medication matters.  Participates in the facility’s overall quality assurance program to verify safe and appropriate drug use.

Essential Functions

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

Minimum Qualifications

Requires current license as a registered pharmacist in the State of Illinois.
Requires one (1) year of professional experience as a practicing registered pharmacist.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Conditions of Employment

Requires an Illinois Registered Pharmacist license free of discipline.
Requires no discipline reported from other States’ Boards of Pharmacy.
Requires the ability to maintain licensure in good standing as a registered pharmacist in the State of Illinois.
Requires the ability to lift, push and carry up to 50 lbs.
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
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.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need 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)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx