Entry Level Pharmacist

We are proud to partner with one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the country to help early‑career pharmacists launch their professional journey. This Pharmacist I role is ideal for recent graduates or newly licensed pharmacists who are motivated to learn, grow, and develop within a large, supportive healthcare organization.

Job Description:

• Review prescriptions for accuracy and determine formulas and ingredients needed.
• Direct pharmacy workers in mixing, packaging, and labeling pharmaceuticals.
• Provide information to customers regarding drug interactions, side effects, dosage, and storage.
• Maintain quality assurance procedures and security of controlled substances.
• Enter data such as patient names, prescribed medications, and costs into pharmacy files.
• Assay medications to verify identity, purity, and strength.
• Instruct interns and other medical personnel on pharmacy practices.

Essential Skills

• Must be licensed in IL and include license number on resume.
• 0-2 years of experience (internship counts!)
• Ability to multitask effectively.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Self-motivation and ambition to learn and grow in the role.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Pharmacy technician certification.
• Experience in mail order or specialty pharmacy is preferred but not required.
• Comfortable with contractor pay structure.

Work Environment

The work environment involves a distribution area where you may occasionally push carts weighing up to 30 lbs. The job requires being on your feet for most of the day. Working hours are flexible, with shifts available between 7 am and 7:30 pm, rotating every two weeks. The standard workweek is Monday through Friday, with 8-hour shifts and a 30-minute lunch break. Overtime is not required but may be offered based on business needs. Training will follow an 8-4:30 schedule, and interaction with patients and providers may occur in the future.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Chicago, IL.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in North Chicago,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.