Clinical Pharmacist Jobs in Illinois

Clinical Pharmacist jobs in Illinois are among the most active in the Midwest, with strong demand concentrated in hospital systems, integrated health networks, and specialty ambulatory care clinics at every level from new graduate through senior clinical specialist. Chicago, Peoria, and Rockford anchor the largest share of openings, with anchor employers such as Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, and OSF HealthCare consistently hiring across their Illinois campuses. The most in-demand specialties right now are oncology, critical care, and ambulatory care pharmacy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles48
Top employerNorthwestern Medicine
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring20
Work type50% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook
Clinical Pharmacist
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UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook
New 9h ago
Clinical Pharmacist
UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Bolingbrook
Bolingbrook, Illinois
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Quality Control
$54.62 - $101.6/hr
Bachelor's degree

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OSF HealthCare
Clinical Pharmacist
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OSF HealthCare
New 15h ago
Clinical Pharmacist
OSF HealthCare
Bloomington, Illinois
Allied Health
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Pharmacy
$59 - $70/hr
On-Site
Doctorate
10,000+

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Northwestern Medicine
Clinical Pharmacist-Emergency Medicine, Full-time Overnights
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Northwestern Medicine
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Clinical Pharmacist-Emergency Medicine, Full-time Overnights
Northwestern Medicine
Chicago, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Pharmacy
$58 - $84.1/hr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Northwestern Medicine
Clinical Pharmacist-Internal Medicine, Full-time Rotating
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Northwestern Medicine
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Clinical Pharmacist-Internal Medicine, Full-time Rotating
Northwestern Medicine
Chicago, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Pharmacy
$58 - $84.1/hr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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UW Health
Clinical Informatics Pharmacist
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UW Health
Added 1d ago
Clinical Informatics Pharmacist
UW Health
Rockford, Illinois
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Healthcare Administration
$127k - $190k/yr
Hybrid
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Clinical Pharmacist Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Olympia Fields
4 jobs
Peoria
3 jobs
Oak Lawn
3 jobs
Naperville
3 jobs
Itasca
2 jobs
Niles
1 job
Herrin
1 job
Urbana
1 job

Clinical Pharmacist Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Northwestern Medicine
    Northwestern Medicine12
  • Endeavor Health
    Endeavor Health5
  • UChicago Medicine
    UChicago Medicine5
  • Saint Francis Hospital
    Saint Francis Hospital5
  • Carle Health
    Carle Health3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical pharmacist jobs across Illinois.

  • Active Illinois Pharmacist license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
  • Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy
  • Completion of a PGY-1 pharmacy residency or equivalent clinical experience
  • Board certification such as BCPS, BCOP, or a specialty-relevant BPS credential
  • Experience with electronic health records, including Epic or Cerner platforms
  • Strong clinical documentation skills and ability to manage a multidisciplinary patient care team

Clinical Pharmacist Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical pharmacist in Illinois?

To become a clinical pharmacist in Illinois, you must earn a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited program, pass the NAPLEX and MPJE licensing exams, and obtain an active pharmacist license through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. Most clinical roles in Illinois hospital systems also expect completion of a PGY-1 pharmacy residency, and specialty positions often require a PGY-2 or board certification through the Board of Pharmacy Specialties.

How much do clinical pharmacists make in Illinois?

Clinical pharmacists in Illinois earn a median of about $139,080 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $98,970 for the lowest 10% to over $169,430 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire clinical pharmacists in Illinois?

Employers hiring clinical pharmacists in Illinois right now include Northwestern Medicine, Endeavor Health, and UChicago Medicine, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's large integrated health systems and academic medical centers drive consistent hiring volume, particularly for clinical specialists in oncology, critical care, and ambulatory care.

Which Illinois cities have the most clinical pharmacist jobs?

Chicago, Olympia Fields, and Illinois have the most clinical pharmacist openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates due to its concentration of academic medical centers and large health systems, while Peoria and Rockford reflect the footprint of major regional employers like OSF HealthCare and Mercyhealth, which operate flagship hospitals and specialty clinics in those markets.

Are there remote clinical pharmacist jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. About 50% of clinical pharmacist openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on, patient-facing nature of most clinical roles. The positions most likely to offer remote flexibility are telephone-based medication therapy management, utilization review, and certain managed care or specialty pharmacy consulting roles.

How can I get hired as a clinical pharmacist in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a PGY-1 pharmacy residency at an Illinois institution, as programs at Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, and University of Illinois Health regularly accept new graduates. Candidates who have not matched into a residency can pursue staff pharmacist or pharmacy intern roles at large Illinois health systems as a bridge, then apply internally for clinical rotations. A current Illinois pharmacist license and any BPS board certification attempt signal readiness to hiring managers even before residency completion.

Where can I find and apply to clinical pharmacist jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to clinical pharmacist jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Illinois employers. Find roles that fit your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one.

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