Outpatient Surgery Pharmacist - Cardinal Health, Gibson City, IL

About Cardinal Health

Cardinal Health is a global, integrated healthcare services and products company that touches the lives of millions every day. With over 48,000 employees across North America and Europe, we provide customized pharmacy solutions to hospitals, health systems, and integrated providers. Our Health System Pharmacy division specializes in reducing costs while enhancing patient care quality through expert medication management, sterile compounding, and regulatory compliance. At Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services, Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy operations, ensuring seamless support for outpatient surgery and beyond. Join us to contribute to mission-critical healthcare delivery in a collaborative, innovative environment.

Role Overview

As an Outpatient Surgery Pharmacist with Cardinal Health in Gibson City, IL, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing medication management for same-day surgical patients. This full-time position, 40 hours per week from Monday to Friday, 10AM to 6:30PM, focuses on pre-op medication reviews, sterile IV preparation for the operating room, collaboration with surgeons and nurses on dosing and selection, narcotic security, regulatory compliance, and patient education for post-operative care. Working within a hospital system pharmacy outsourced to Cardinal Health, you will verify physician orders, adjust medications per protocols, supervise technicians, and drive efficient operations. This role ensures continuity of care from admission to discharge, making you a vital link in the surgical care chain.

Key Responsibilities

Your daily impact will include:

• Applying expert knowledge to verify physician orders via the pharmacy information system, checking drugs, doses, and addressing automated alerts for patient safety.
• Supervising Pharmacy Technicians to maintain compliant, efficient pharmacy operations, providing guidance on complex prescriptions, automation systems, and state regulations.
• Adjusting dosages based on established protocols, considering patient conditions and polypharmacy, while completing antimicrobial stewardship tasks.
• Educating patients on proper medication use, expected effects, and discharge instructions, particularly for those starting new regimens or using multiple drugs.
• Managing narcotics security, inventory control, compliance documentation, and audits of outdated medications where required.
• Collaborating with nurses and physicians to clarify orders and gather necessary information.
• Assisting the Pharmacy Director with accreditation maintenance, operational changes, and implementation of new systems or procedures.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed in this role, you need:

• A valid pharmacist license in good standing in Illinois, or willingness to obtain one promptly.
• Preferred experience in inpatient hospital pharmacy or outpatient surgery settings.
• IV compounding experience preferred, or willingness to gain certification.
• Flexibility for various shifts if needed, strong communication skills for interacting with healthcare professionals and patients.
• Manual dexterity for handling small objects, computer proficiency with multiple pharmacy systems, and excellent customer service abilities.
• May require vendor credentialing for hospital access.

This position demands judgment within defined parameters, working on moderate-scope projects, and resolving technical issues with general guidance.

Benefits & Perks

Cardinal Health offers competitive compensation with an estimated salary range of $65,000 - $95,000 annually, based on experience and market rates. Enjoy a predictable full-time schedule, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k) with matching contributions, paid time off, tuition reimbursement for professional development, and employee stock purchase plans. We prioritize work-life balance with no weekends or evenings in this role, plus access to wellness programs and career mobility across our national network.

Career Growth

At Cardinal Health, your career trajectory is supported by robust training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities. Start as a Pharmacist II and progress to leadership roles like Pharmacy Director, clinical specialists, or corporate positions in pharmacy operations. We invest in certifications, leadership development, and cross-functional projects, with many employees advancing within our Health System Pharmacy division. Leverage our global scale for relocation potential and exposure to cutting-edge technologies in medication management and supply chain.

Why Join Us

Choose Cardinal Health for stability in a Fortune 500 company, meaningful work impacting patient outcomes in outpatient surgery, and a culture of excellence. In Gibson City, IL, you'll support a community hospital while benefiting from enterprise resources. Our commitment to compliance, innovation, and employee success sets us apart—join a team where your expertise drives better healthcare delivery every day.

Role FAQs

What is the work schedule?

Full-time, 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday 10AM-6:30PM, with flexibility for operational needs.

Is hospital or surgery experience required?

Preferred but not mandatory; inpatient/outpatient experience is a plus.

What about licensing and IV skills?

Must be licensed in IL or willing to obtain; IV experience preferred with training available.

Does this role involve supervision?

Yes, you'll supervise Pharmacy Technicians and ensure compliance.

How does Cardinal Health support career development?

Through training, tuition assistance, mentorship, and internal mobility programs.