Certified Pharmacy Technician (DAY SHIFT)

Actalent; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability benefits

HSA options

Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician for an on-site role in Evanston, IL, supporting a behavioral health outpatient pharmacy. You will fill prescriptions under the supervision of a pharmacist, maintain inventory, and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities include processing orders, stocking supplies, data entry, and providing exceptional customer service to patients and clinic staff.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois Pharmacy Technician Registration is required.
• Active Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification is required.
• At least 6 months of retail pharmacy experience.
• Demonstrated experience in prescription fulfillment in a retail pharmacy setting.
• Strong customer service focus and patient-centered care.
• Clear, professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced pharmacy environment.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in medication handling and documentation.
• Ability to use pharmacy computer systems for data entry and inventory management.
• Reliability and consistency in following pharmacy procedures and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to patients and clinic staff in a professional manner.
• Fill prescription orders and prepare medications for pharmacist verification under supervision.
• Order, receive, and store incoming pharmacy supplies and medications.
• Process wholesaler medication orders accurately and timely.
• Verify stock levels and maintain inventory records in the system.
• Support daily pharmacy operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Perform clerical duties such as filing, data entry, and documentation.
• Communicate clearly with patients, clinic staff, and team members.
• Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with accuracy.
• Contribute to a collaborative team and assist colleagues to meet patient care goals.
• Carry out other duties to support operations and patient care.

Skills

Illinois Pharmacy Registration

CPhT certification

Retail pharmacy experience

Prescription fulfillment

Customer service

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Pharmacy software/data entry

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Job Title: Certified Pharmacy TechnicianJob Description

This Certified Pharmacy Technician role supports a busy behavioral health outpatient pharmacy by providing exceptional customer service, accurately filling prescriptions under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist, and maintaining compliant pharmacy operations. The position focuses on delivering high-quality service to patients and clinic staff while ensuring medications, supplies, and inventory are handled efficiently and in accordance with all federal and state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service to patients, clinic staff, and other consumers in a professional and courteous manner.

• Fill prescription orders and prepare medications for pharmacist verification under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist.

• Order, receive, and store incoming pharmacy supplies and medications in accordance with pharmacy procedures.

• Receive and process wholesaler medication orders accurately and in a timely manner.

• Verify medication stock levels and enter data into the computer system to maintain accurate inventory records.

• Work closely with the pharmacist to support daily pharmacy functions and ensure compliance with all federal and state pharmacy regulations.

• Perform a variety of clerical duties related to the pharmacy department, such as filing, data entry, and documentation.

• Communicate clearly and professionally with strong verbal and written communication skills when interacting with patients, clinic staff, and team members.

• Support a fast-paced pharmacy environment by managing multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

• Contribute to a collaborative and supportive team culture, assisting colleagues as needed to meet patient care and operational goals.

• Carry out other duties as assigned to support pharmacy operations and patient care.

Essential Skills

• Active Illinois Pharmacy Technician Registration.

• Active Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification.

• At least 6 months of retail pharmacy experience.

• Demonstrated experience in prescription fulfillment in a retail pharmacy setting.

• Strong customer service skills with a focus on patient-centered care.

• Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced pharmacy environment.

• High attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy in medication handling and documentation.

• Ability to use pharmacy computer systems for data entry and inventory management.

• Reliability and consistency in following pharmacy procedures and regulatory requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Specialty pharmacy experience, particularly with specialty medications.

• Long-Term Care (LTC) pharmacy experience.

• Inventory management experience within a pharmacy setting.

• Self-motivated and dependable work ethic, with the ability to take initiative.

• Experience working in a collaborative team environment.

• Interest in expanding pharmacy operations experience and growing within a stable healthcare organization.

Work Environment

This role is fully onsite in a behavioral health outpatient pharmacy environment, working closely with a small, dedicated team of three pharmacy technicians and one staff pharmacist in a patient-focused setting. The schedule is a consistent Monday through Friday shift from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with a lunch break from 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The environment is collaborative and supportive, emphasizing quality, compliance, and exceptional customer service. The pharmacy uses computer-based systems to manage prescriptions and inventory, and team members work in a fast-paced but structured setting that offers stability, growth potential, and opportunities to expand pharmacy operations experience. Dress is professional to align with a clinical outpatient healthcare setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Evanston, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Evanston, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Evanston,IL.

About Actalent

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