Bilingual Pharmacy Technician (Entry Level)

Graceworks Lutheran Services; Aurora, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Dental & Vision

PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Graceworks Lutheran Services in Aurora, IL is seeking an entry level Bilingual Pharmacy Technician under direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The role includes preparing, packaging, and distributing prescription drugs and related supplies with a strong emphasis on patient service.

Requires Illinois licensure within 60 days, a high school diploma, and PTCB CPhT certification within 1 year. Bilingual Spanish/English communication is essential for serving diverse patients.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Illinois required within 60 days.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification (PTCB CPhT or equivalent) within 1 year.
• Bi-lingual in Spanish/English: Reading, Writing, Speaking required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and dispensing medications under supervision.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to establish drug administration schedules.
• Manufacture and prepare sterile products.
• Prepare billing statements and process patient payments.
• Maintain inventory and records; ensure medications are not expired.
• Present products to a Pharmacist prior to dispensing to patients.
• Comply with HIPAA policies and procedures.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

PTCB CPhT certification within 1 year

Job description

Bilingual Pharmacy Technician (Entry Level)

Job Code: 08212026.PT

Location: Aurora, Illinois

FT/PT Status: Regular Full Time

Description

Under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician procures, prepares, packages, and distributes prescription drugs and pharmaceutical supplies. This position provides appropriate customer service support activities associated with the pharmacy.

Valid Pharmacy Technician licence in the state of Illinoisis required within 60 days.

Primary Functions

*Internal Candidates Only*

CNA/MA/Patient Scheduling/Registration applicants encouraged to apply.

• Assists in the non-professional aspects of preparing and dispensing medications. Such duties to include, but are not limited to the following: properly operate all functions of the prescription pharmacy computer system including patient entry, drug selection, pricing, and correct SIG information. This position provides appropriate customer service support activities associated with the pharmacy.
• Collaborates with physicians and nurses to establish drug administration schedules for patients.
• Manufactures and prepares sterile products.
• Prepares billing statements and processes patient credits and payments.
• Maintains required record-keeping.
• Maintains an established inventory of commonly used supplies and ensures medications have not expired.
• Present products prepared or manufactured to a Pharmacist prior to issuing to patients.
• Familiarizes and complies with all VNA policies and procedures.
• Meets standards of behavior expectations.
• Follows established guidelines for use and/or disclosure of protected health information. Employees should report any breaches of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) rules to the Privacy Officer (Director of Quality, Education & Risk Management) immediately. Failure to comply with HIPAA policies and procedures will result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Compensation and Benefits: Hourly Range: $21.00 - $23.00, depending on experience and education.

Incentives: Earn up to $2,000 annually based on meeting organizational goals.

Available Employee Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, Critical Illness and Personal Accident Insurance, 403b, PTO, Tuition Reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice in Illinois required within 60 days.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification (PTCB CPhT or equivalent) within 1 year.
• Bi-lingual in Spanish/English as follows: Reading - Required. Written – Required. Speaking – Required. This position verbally communicates in Spanish with many patients throughout the business day. Must be able to interpret and translate.

Essential Functions/Physical Requirements

1. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
2. Ability to sit and stand for long periods.
3. Ability to deal with high levels of stress.
4. Ability to drive a car.