Pharmacist Jobs in Hoffman Estates, IL

A Pharmacist plays a critical role in the pharmacy industry, ensuring patients receive the correct medications and understand how to use them safely and effectively. They review and interpret physician orders, detect potential medication interactions, dispense prescribed medications, and counsel patients on their proper usage and potential side effects. Additionally, they provide advice on healthy lifestyles, conduct health screenings, manage immunization programs, and oversee the work of pharmacy technicians and interns. Pharmacists often work in community pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, or they may work in research or the pharmaceutical industry.

Pharmacists are required to have a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited college or university. They must also pass two exams to become licensed: the North American Pharmacist Licensure Exam (NAPLEX) and, in most states, the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Exam (MPJE). Important skills for a Pharmacist include strong communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to work with a diverse population, and the capacity to handle stressful situations. Prior to becoming a Pharmacist, individuals often work as Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Interns, or in related health care roles to gain practical experience in the field.

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Clinical Pharmacist - Registry Advocate Health Sherman

Advocate Aurora Health
Elgin, IL (10 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
10 hours ago

Elgin, IL (10 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
10 hours ago

Department: 38410 Advocate Sherman Hospital - Pharmacy Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hou rs Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Variable shifts including mornings,...

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Outpatient Pharmacist

Trinity Health
Maywood, IL (24 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
18 hours ago

Maywood, IL (24 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
18 hours ago

We offer our Pharmacists: Benefits from Day One! DailyPay!...

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CLINICAL PHARMACIST CRITICAL CARE FLOAT Full Time

Trinity Health
Maywood, IL (24 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
18 hours ago

Maywood, IL (24 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
18 hours ago

They function as members of multidisciplinary teams to improve medication therapy management....

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Pharmacist - Registered

Costco Wholesale Corporation
Lake Zurich, IL (6 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
23 hours ago

Lake Zurich, IL (6 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
23 hours ago

California applicants: Please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice. The jobs listed are examples of the typical kinds of positions that Costco may hire for when openings exist....

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Pharmacist, Pharmacy Solutions

AbbVie, Inc
North Chicago, IL (19 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
23 hours ago

North Chicago, IL (19 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
23 hours ago

This practice of pharmacy may include but are not limited to: patient counseling; dispensing of drugs; monitoring appropriate drug use; providing drug information; ensuring proper documentation and...

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Pharmacist Registry Rotating Shifts

Trinity Health
Maywood, IL (24 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
1 day ago

Maywood, IL (24 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
1 day ago

We offer our Pharmacists: Benefits from Day One! DailyPay!...

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Pharmacist

Walgreens
Geneva, IL (21 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
2 days ago

Geneva, IL (21 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
2 days ago

therapy management Ensure medication safety through accurate compounding, dispensing, and regulatory compliance Mentor and train pharmacy team members in a collaborative and supportive environment...

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HOSPITAL ONLY - Pharmacist

Phoenix UK
Lincolnshire, IL (12 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
2 days ago

Lincolnshire, IL (12 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
2 days ago

Rowlands Pharmacy is seeking a talented and experienced pharmacist to join our team in the Scunthorpe General Hospital branch....

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Licensed Pharmacist(Associate Service Chief) - Operations

Captain James A Lovell Federal Health Care Center
North Chicago, IL (19 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
3 days ago

North Chicago, IL (19 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
3 days ago

English Language Proficiency: Pharmacists must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d)....

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Staff Pharmacist-Schnucks

1930 CVS Rx Services, Inc.
Highland Park, IL (18 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
4 days ago

Highland Park, IL (18 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
4 days ago

As a Staff Pharmacist, you play a critical role at the forefront of delivering our purpose, modeling our values, and demonstrating genuine, authentic care for our patients....

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Clinical Staff Pharmacist - Waukegan, Illinois

Soliant Health
Waukegan, IL (21 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
4 days ago

Waukegan, IL (21 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
4 days ago

therapy management Utilize Cerner electronic medical record system to document and support clinical decisions Monitor patient responses to medications, including oncology treatments if applicable Maintain...

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Pharmacist Clinical

Soliant Health
North Chicago, IL (19 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
4 days ago

North Chicago, IL (19 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
4 days ago

Category Pharmacy - Clinical Pharmacist Job Type Contract This position offers an opportunity to serve as a Clinical Hospital Staff Pharmacist in a dynamic inpatient hospital environment located in...

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Pharmacist - Specialty Mail Order

CVS Health
Mount Prospect, IL (13 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
5 days ago

Mount Prospect, IL (13 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
5 days ago

Specialty pharmacy is an exciting area for Pharmacists, especially at CVS Health!...

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Pharmacist - Sign-On Bonus Available

Walgreens
Gurnee, IL (18 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
6 days ago

Gurnee, IL (18 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
6 days ago

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District Support Pharmacist

1930 CVS Rx Services, Inc.
Highland Park, IL (18 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
6 days ago

Highland Park, IL (18 miles from Hoffman Estates, IL)
6 days ago

You will work within the district to cover pharmacist scheduling gaps, under the direction of the Pharmacy Manager (PM) and Rx District Leader (DL) to support our pharmacy teams....

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Demographic Data for Hoffman Estates, IL

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Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Hoffman Estates, IL

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Total Population

12,812,477

Number of Businesses

319,486

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Hoffman Estates, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Pharmacist positions.

Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Hoffman Estates, IL offer the following education background

Doctorate Degree

51.8%

Bachelor's Degree

32.9%

Master's Degree

6.8%

High School or GED

3.0%

Vocational Degree or Certification

2.8%

Associate's Degree

2.3%

Some College

0.2%

Some High School

0.1%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Pharmacists in Hoffman Estates, IL

1-2 years

28.1%

Less than 1 year

27.7%

None

27.6%

2-4 years

15.7%

6-8 years

0.6%

10+ years

0.3%

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