Advanced Pharmacy Tech

Olympia Fields Hospital; Olympia Fields (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards package

401K retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Olympia Fields Hospital is seeking an Advanced Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in daily operations across inpatient and retail areas. The role includes IV and hazardous drug compounding responsibilities, inventory management, QA and auditing tasks, and training entry-level technicians.

The position is full-time with variable shifts, based in Olympia Fields, IL, within the Hospital's Pharmacy Department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• State Pharmacy Technician License/Registration required.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential required (may be waived for current pharmacy students).
• At least 2 years of pharmacy technician experience in the current practice area (inpatient or retail) required.
• Additional certifications through PTCB preferred (e.g., CSPT, Nonsterile Compounding, Inventory Management, Immunizations).

Responsibilities

• Assists the Pharmacist in the daily operation of the Pharmacy under supervision.
• For inpatient areas, has 2+ years of experience and may be IV/hazardous drug trained; roles in operations and training.
• For retail areas, performs QA and auditing tasks and aids training for entry-level technicians.

Skills

Quality assurance

Auditing

Training

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State Pharmacy Technician License/Registration

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

2 years of pharmacy technician experience in current practice area

PTCB or additional certifications preferred

Tools

CPhT credential

PTCB certification

Job description

Responsibilities

Assists the Pharmacist, under his or her supervision, in the daily operation of the Pharmacy.

• For inpatient areas, the Advanced Pharmacy Technician has completed all required competencies and has at least 2 years of experience in the respective area of pharmacy. The Advanced Pharmacy Technician (IV) is trained in intravenous and/or hazardous drug compounding and is regularly staffed as an IV admixture and/or hazardous drug admixture pharmacy technician. The Advanced Pharmacy Technician (operations) is trained in inventory management, ADC replenishment and maintenance and is regularly staffed in an operations role and can assist with technician training.
• For retail areas, the Advanced Pharmacy Technician performs more complex duties, supporting pharmacists with medication preparation and distribution. In addition to basic technician responsibilities, this role involves quality assurance (QA) and auditing tasks. The Advanced Pharmacy Technician also plays a key role in overseeing training for entry-level technicians.

Overview

Department: Pharmacy

Shift: Full-Time; Variable Shifts

Facility: Olympia Fields Hospital

Location: Olympia Fields, IL

Responsibilities

Assists the Pharmacist, under his or her supervision, in the daily operation of the Pharmacy.

• For inpatient areas, the Advanced Pharmacy Technician has completed all required competencies and has at least 2 years of experience in the respective area of pharmacy. The Advanced Pharmacy Technician (IV) is trained in intravenous and/or hazardous drug compounding and is regularly staffed as an IV admixture and/or hazardous drug admixture pharmacy technician. The Advanced Pharmacy Technician (operations) is trained in inventory management, ADC replenishment and maintenance and is regularly staffed in an operations role and can assist with technician training.
• For retail areas, the Advanced Pharmacy Technician performs more complex duties, supporting pharmacists with medication preparation and distribution. In addition to basic technician responsibilities, this role involves quality assurance (QA) and auditing tasks. The Advanced Pharmacy Technician also plays a key role in overseeing training for entry-level technicians.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• State Pharmacy Technician License/Registration required.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential required (this requirement may be waived for current pharmacy students enrolled in an accredited School of Pharmacy).
• At least 2 years of pharmacy technician experience in the current practice area (inpatient or retail) required.
• Additional certifications in relevant areas of practice through Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) preferred (i.e., CSPT, Nonsterile Compounding, Supply Chain, Immunizations, and Inventory Management, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate of ASHP-accredited or equivalent pharmacy technician training program preferred.
• 340B program experience preferred (if at a 340B facility)

Pay Transparency

Olympia Fields Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $19.08 to $27.66. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure. The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf