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Pharmacist

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$75 - $80/hr

Minimum of 1 year of hospital experience or completion of Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) in a clinical setting (Preferred) Licenses/Certifications: * Active Pennsylvania Pharmacist ...

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How much do advanced pharmacy practice experience jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for advanced pharmacy practice experience in the United States is $19.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $20.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of interprofessional collaboration can I expect during an Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE)?

During an Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience, you will frequently collaborate with a variety of healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and other pharmacists. You'll participate in interdisciplinary rounds, case discussions, and medication management meetings, allowing you to contribute your expertise while learning from others. This teamwork helps you develop strong communication and problem-solving skills, which are essential for effective patient care and for advancing your pharmacy career.

What is an Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE)?

An Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) is a required component of pharmacy school curricula, typically occurring in the final year of a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program. During APPEs, students gain hands-on training in real-world pharmacy settings such as hospitals, community pharmacies, ambulatory care clinics, and other healthcare environments. These experiences are designed to help students develop and apply their clinical knowledge, patient care skills, and professional judgment under the supervision of licensed pharmacists. APPEs are essential for preparing pharmacy students for licensure and future practice.

What is the difference between Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience vs Pharmacy Intern?

AspectAdvanced Pharmacy Practice ExperiencePharmacy Intern
CredentialsTypically requires pharmacy school enrollment or completionMust be enrolled in pharmacy school
Work EnvironmentClinical settings, hospitals, community pharmaciesInternship settings, pharmacy practice sites
PurposeAdvanced training and skill development for future pharmacistsGaining practical experience during pharmacy education
UsagePart of pharmacy education, often required for licensurePre-licensure experience, supervised by licensed pharmacists

Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) involves advanced training for pharmacy students in real-world clinical settings, focusing on skill development. Pharmacy Interns are students gaining practical experience during their education. While both roles involve working in pharmacy environments, APPE is a structured, often required component of pharmacy education, whereas internships are part of the learning process before licensure.

What key skills and qualifications are needed to thrive during an Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE), and why are they important?

To thrive in an Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience, students need a solid foundation in pharmacology, drug therapy management, and clinical decision-making, typically supported by completion of didactic pharmacy coursework. Familiarity with pharmacy management systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and medication dispensing technologies is essential. Strong communication, professionalism, and adaptability help students interact effectively with patients, preceptors, and healthcare teams. These skills and qualities are crucial for providing safe, effective patient care and for succeeding in real-world pharmacy practice settings.
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Infographic showing various Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,074 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

Advanced Pharmacy Technician

The University of Chicago Medicine

Chicago, IL • On-site

$18 - $22/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago


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Job description


Join our world-class academic healthcare system as an Advanced Pharmacy Technician-Investigational Drug Services (IDS) Pharmacy. As an Advanced Pharmacy Technician, you will join a fast-paced, ever-changing environment where the team works together for a shared purpose. Advanced Pharmacy Technicians play an essential role in the medication use process. They are responsible for compounding parenteral medications in a newly constructed clean room, processing medication orders, and ensuring patients have their medications when requested.
Eligible for a Sign-On Bonus up to $2,500
As an Advanced Pharmacy Technician, you will be responsible for the order entry of prescriptions, preparation of investigational drugs and other infusion medications, pharmacy purchasing and inventory control, disposable supplies and related activities under the direction of a pharmacist. Assumes responsibility and accountability for the provision of safe, accurate, and timely medication distribution and reliable pharmaceutical care.
Essential Job Functions
  • Perform accurate prescription order entry processes that are held for pharmacist's review and authorization.
  • Prepare and compound sterile parenteral/enteral pharmaceuticals, controlled substances, and chemotherapeutic agents under pharmacist's supervision, demonstrating a commitment to excellence.
  • Initiate and complete delivery forms.
  • Attend and participate in all patient care meetings and conferences.
  • Responsible for knowing and adhering to Policy and Procedures governing pharmacy operations. Assist in maintaining the pharmacy facility in adherence to Policy and Procedures for achievement of excellent audit results.
  • Organize assigned workload to best facilitate its accomplishment.
  • Prepare record and monitor results for pharmaceutical quality assurance testing.
  • Assists with the management of pharmacy inventory. Prepares purchase orders and validates receipt of pharmaceutical stock and supplies from our primary wholesaler and direct shipments from other vendors. This also includes managing the inventory for all investigational drugs and maintaining records of receipt and return of investigational drugs at the close of a study.
  • Maintain the confidentiality of patients and their personal information at all times.
  • Assist the pharmacist, when requested in all duties and functions according to standard practices of the profession and state, federal and other applicable laws
  • Assists with the education and training of pharmacy students, technician students and new personnel.

Required Qualifications
  • Minimum of one-year experience in pharmacy preparations for parenteral/enteral, intravenous antibiotics and chemotherapeutic agents.
  • Must be a certified pharmacy technician
  • Knowledge of basic drug terminology, pharmaceutical evaluation, pharmacology and pharmaceutical law.
  • Pharmaceutical quality assurance experience with parenteral products.
  • Excellent aseptic technique must be demonstrated on an ongoing basis.
  • Ability to work in a team environment and cooperate with all departments within the home infusion center.
  • Illinois technician licensure

Position Details
  • Job Type: Full time
  • Shift: Day
  • Unit/Department: IDS
  • CBA Code: Non-Union

We anticipate that you will generally work approximately 40 hours per week. We anticipate that you will generally be scheduled to work the day shift, 8.5-hour shifts, ranging from 7:30am-6pm and will not be scheduled for on-call shifts. The days of the week that you are scheduled will be Monday-Friday.
About Us
We've been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment... with patients and with each other. We're in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you'd like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we're doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.
UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.
Compensation & Benefits Overview
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.
The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
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