Pharmacist Jobs in Lake Forest, 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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Clin Pharmacist - Night Shf IL

  • Libertyville, IL (5 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Libertyville, IL (5 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Department: 38410 Advocate Condell Medical Center - Pharmacy Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 7 on 7 off, overnight Major...

Clinical Coding Pharmacist - Remote

  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

Required Qualifications: Current and unrestricted pharmacist licensure (include state specific if required) 3+ years of experience working as a clinical pharmacist Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft...

Remote Work

Staff Pharmacist 80 Hours

  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Job Responsibilities Implements direct patient care programs, including but not limited to Medication Therapy Management programs, Immunization Services, and Payer and Pharma Adherence & Clinical Programs...

Staff Pharmacist

  • Carpentersville, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Carpentersville, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

As a Staff Pharmacist at Walmart, you will be empowered to share your clinical knowledge and work to the top of your license....

Associate Director - Pharmacist in Charge

  • North Chicago, IL (5 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Chicago, IL (5 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

counseling....

Pharmacist

  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elgin, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Current state Registered Pharmacist License.2. Experience in hospital pharmacy operations preferred.3. B.S. degree in Pharmacy required; Doctor of Pharmacy degree preferred. 4....

Pharmacist

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day 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...

Clinical Development Pharmacist

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (6 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (6 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Required Qualifications: Active pharmacist license that is in good standing 2+ years of managed care pharmacist experience 2+ years Prior Authorization experience 1+ years demonstrated experience of...

Pharmacist Centralized Services Work From Home - NY

  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Job Responsibilities Implements direct patient care programs, including but not limited to Medication Therapy Management programs, Immunization Services, and Payer and Pharma Adherence & Clinical Programs...

Remote Work

Pharmacist (PRN)

  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (8 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Accurate interpretation, compounding, and dispensing of medication in adherence to legal and professional pharmacy standards....

Clinical Pharmacist - Casual PRN Variable shifts

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 10 days ago

Compounds and dispenses pharmaceuticals including sterile products, chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition products....

Clinical Pharmacist NE - Evening (some days)

  • Elmhurst, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Elmhurst, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Position Highlights: Position: Clinical Pharmacist Employment Type: Full-Time Hours: 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM (although AM shifts also in schedule rotation) (80% evenings and 20% AM) Schedule: Every 3rd weekend...

7on 7off Night Shift Hospital Pharmacist Job- IL

  • Maywood, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Maywood, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Medical Center, your duties will include, but are not limited to: - Order entry, checking, and verification - Dispensing medication accurately - Supervising pharmacy technicians - IV checking and IV compounding...

Investigational Pharmacist

  • North Chicago, IL (5 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (5 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Sterile Compounding 5. Managerial experience...

Pharmacist - Part Time

  • Bloomingdale, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 13 days ago

In the absence of the pharmacist in charge, will be responsible for the pharmacy operations....

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Salary for Pharmacist Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

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Highest Education Level

Pharmacists in Lake Forest, IL offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
51.3%
Bachelor's Degree
33.3%
Master's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
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 Lake Forest, 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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