Part-Time After Hours Staff Pharmacist - Remote (IL, IN, MO, KS, IA)

The Cigna Group

6d•$54 - $91•Remote

About The Position

The Remote Staff Pharmacist joins a telepharmacy team supporting multiple hospitals across several states. Working remotely, the pharmacist uses technology and clinical expertise to verify medication orders, support care teams, and help ensure safe, high-quality patient care. The role includes order entry and verification, patient counseling when needed, clinical guidance, documentation, and compliance with HIPAA, pharmacy laws, and client policies. This is a part-time position. The regular schedule includes every other Sunday from 12 PM–10 PM CST and 4 PM–9 PM CST at least two to three times during the week. Shifts may include evenings, overnights, and weekends. An on-call component begins after training is concluded. The position requires an active pharmacist license in at least one of Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Kansas, or Iowa, and willingness to obtain other state licenses not already held. An active Illinois license is preferred. Remote work requires a cable broadband or fiber-optic internet connection with speeds of at least 10 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. The anticipated hourly rate is $54–$91, depending on relevant factors including experience and geographic location. The role is anticipated to be eligible for an annual bonus plan.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy required.
At least 1 year of hospital pharmacy experience required.
Active pharmacist license in good standing in at least one of Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Iowa, or Kansas.
Willingness to obtain other state licenses not already held.
Strong clinical knowledge and comfort working across multiple systems.
Ability to work part-time hours that may include evenings, overnights, and weekends.
For work from home, access to cable broadband or fiber-optic internet with at least 10 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.

Nice To Haves

PharmD preferred.
Active Illinois pharmacist license preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete remote order entry, order verification, and drug verification.
Provide patient counseling when needed.
Navigate multiple pharmacy information systems (PIS).
Provide drug information and therapeutic guidance to providers.
Assess medication appropriateness, dosing—including renal and hepatic adjustments—interactions, and compatibilities.
Support specialized populations, including pediatric and geriatric patients, pregnant or nursing patients, people with HIV, and patients with renal or hepatic impairment.
Maintain knowledge of IV therapies, TPN, cardiac and narcotic drips, IV antibiotics, chemotherapy, and other therapies.
Document interventions and clinical actions accurately and promptly.
Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and patients.
Ensure compliance with HIPAA, pharmacy laws, and client policies.
Work across VPNs, automation systems, and multiple PIS platforms; use applications such as Google Suite or Microsoft Office and Snagit.
Maintain required licenses, credentials, and system access.
Participate in ongoing clinical, PIS, and policy training.
Meet productivity and quality standards.