LTC Staff Pharmacist (Per Diem)

PharmacistNo weekendsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$59-$64/hr

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Job Description

Role Description

As a Staff Pharmacist, you are responsible for the accurate and timely review of medications being processed and dispensed at MMP. We are seeking a highly motivated and collaborative individual with a proven track record, experience, and industry knowledge to scale MMP’s operation and execute our transformation from a regional to a national LTC pharmacy provider.

This position reports to the Pharmacist Supervisor and is critical to the operational success of MMP. The position may require long hours and/or weekend work to fulfill position responsibilities.

Responsibilities (Including But Not Limited To)

  • Interpret and identify prescription orders
  • Verify prescription order entry in the computer system (PV1)
  • Perform prospective drug utilization reviews
  • Final check (Inspect) dispensed prescription products (PV2)
  • Correspond with medical and nursing staff via electronic, fax, and oral communication
  • Achieve productivity and quality requirements
  • Assist with immunization clinics at community partner facilities as needed
  • Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values each day, adheres to MMP Behavior Standard
  • Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy
  • Attends required company meetings
  • Completes all required courses in adherence with PRS compliance system
  • Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis
  • All employees are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all

Requirements

Qualifications

  • Current, and in good standing, Illinois Pharmacist License
  • Long-term care pharmacy experience preferred
  • FrameworkLTC knowledge a plus
  • Able to multitask and work under deadlines while maintaining a positive and productive demeanor
  • Punctual and reliable in all situations
  • Track record of proactively tackling issues in a timely and decisive manner
  • Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure, adapt to changing dynamics, and find solutions that satisfy multiple stakeholders of the business.
  • Excellent oral, written, and listening communication skills, ability to effectively communicate
  • Professional demeanor and appearance with excellent customer service skills
  • Highly organized and attentive to detail

Key Responsibilities

The Staff Pharmacist is responsible for the accurate review, processing, and dispensing of medications within a long-term care pharmacy setting. They must also perform drug utilization reviews, conduct final checks on products, and communicate effectively with medical and nursing staff.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Prescription order interpretationDrug utilization reviewPrescription verificationMultitaskingAttention to detailProblem solvingTime management

Pharmacist Career Context

Of the 40 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% are remote, 40% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 3.9
Better work-life than 60% of Pharmacy listings

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  • No weekends

Living in Crestwood

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$312k
Median resident rent
$1,334/mo
Residents’ average commute
33 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Medication Management Partners

Hospitals and Health Care
Crestwood, Illinois
51-200 employees