Advanced Pharmacy Tech

Prime Healthcare; Olympia Fields (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

401K retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking an Advanced Pharmacy Technician in Olympia Fields, IL to assist pharmacists in daily operations and support inpatient and retail areas. The role includes IV/hazardous drug compounding, inventory management, and QA oversight, with training responsibilities for entry-level staff.

Required are a high school diploma, a state license/registration, and a CPhT credential, with at least 2 years of experience in the relevant practice area. A 340B background is a plus.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assists the Pharmacist under supervision in daily Pharmacy operations.
• In inpatient areas, advanced technician roles include IV/hazardous drug compounding, inventory management, ADC replenishment, and technician training.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State Pharmacy Technician License/Registration

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

2 years of pharmacy technician experience in the current practice area

PTCB certification or related certificates

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.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. High school diploma or equivalent required.
2. State Pharmacy Technician License/Registration required.
3. Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential required (this requirement may be waived for current pharmacy students enrolled in an accredited School of Pharmacy).
4. At least 2 years of pharmacy technician experience in the current practice area (inpatient or retail) required.
5. 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:

1. Graduate of ASHP-accredited or equivalent pharmacy technician training program preferred.
2. 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