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Rishma Shah

Clinical Pharmacist

pharmacist Chicago, IL Optum
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
7 years at Optum
Connections
129
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 86,704 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the pharmacist specialty. Rishma Shah is one of them.
  • 2,409 pharmacists are based in IL (out of 48,672 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 1,589 contacts at Optum are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical pharmacist compensation in IL: $110,000 – $167,000 (median $136,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of pharmacists in IL: Walgreens (287), Cvs Health (146), Walmart (62).
  • 2% of pharmacists in IL hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 78% of pharmacists in IL have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
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  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis
PharmD
2009
About Optum
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Website
optum.com
Office Location
1370 Busch Pkwy, Buffalo Grove, IL
Professional Overview

Rishma Shah is a Clinical Pharmacist, currently affiliated with Optum, based in Chicago, IL. As a pharmacist, Shah contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Chicago, IL. They have been with Optum for 7 years. Shah holds academic credentials, including PharmD, from University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis. Optum operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 5000+ employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit pharmacist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to pharmacist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Chicago, IL healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Rishma Shah located?
Rishma Shah is based in Chicago, IL. They are currently affiliated with Optum.
What is Rishma Shah's specialty?
Rishma Shah specializes in pharmacist. Their current role is Clinical Pharmacist.
Where does Rishma Shah currently work?
Rishma Shah currently works at Optum. They have been there for 7 years.
What is Rishma Shah's educational background?
Rishma Shah attended University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis.
How do I contact Rishma Shah for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a pharmacist?
Recruiting pharmacists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for pharmacists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a pharmacist in IL?
pharmacists in IL typically earn $110,000 to $167,000 annually, with a median of $136,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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