Certified Pharmacy Tech: IV/ Sterile Prep & Patient Care

Advocate Aurora Health; Port Charlotte (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists with medication preparation, labeling, and distribution in a high-volume hospital setting. You will support inventory management, billing, and patient data entry, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.

The role requires no prior work experience, though 1 year in Certified Retail Pharmacy is preferred; a state license/registration and timely certification are mandatory within 18 months of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Registration or licensure with state board of pharmacy per state of employment requirements.
• Must receive certification through Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (CPhT) or National Healthcareer Association (ExCPT) within 18 months from start date.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed pharmacist with technical duties related to preparation and distribution of medications.
• Accurately selects, prepares, and labels medications for patients including hazardous drugs and controlled substances.
• Assists with medication distribution tasks and inventory management.
• Screens phone calls and routes as needed using proper telephone etiquette.
• Completes and documents medication admission histories and required data entry into the pharmacy system.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

People leadership

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Revenue cycle knowledge

Leadership of diverse teams

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists with medication preparation, labeling, and distribution in a high-volume hospital setting. You will support inventory management, billing, and patient data entry, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.

The role requires no prior work experience, though 1 year in Certified Retail Pharmacy is preferred; a state license/registration and timely certification are mandatory within 18 months of hire.