Certified Pharmacy Technician - IV Infusion

RXinsider LTD.; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

UNITED Pharmacy Staffing seeks a Certified Pharmacy Technician for an on-site Barrington, IL role. The contract-to-permanent position emphasizes accurate prescription processing, IV medication preparation, and safe compounding under a licensed Pharmacist.

You will handle dispensing, labeling, inventory control, and incident reporting while adhering to USP 797/800, HIPAA, and state regulations. Excellent communication with patients and team is essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to process and handle prescriptions accurately and safely.
• Knowledge of USP 797/800 guidelines.
• Experience working as a pharmacy technician with licensed pharmacists.
• Skills in inventory control, including medication receiving and stocking.
• Strong customer service and clear professional communication.
• Active CPhT credential and current Illinois licensure.
• Understanding of HIPAA and medication safety.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior IV infusion experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assists pharmacist with preparation and dispensing of medications per policies and state standards.
• Prepares IV medications accurately for dispensing.
• Performs basic pharmaceutical calculations for correct dosages.
• Labels and packages medications accurately.
• Reports and assists in managing medication-related incidents.

Skills

Prescription processing accuracy

USP 797/800 knowledge

Inventory control

Customer service

IV infusion experience

HIPAA compliance

Communication with patients

Education

CPhT credential (Illinois)

Job description

Company Description

UNITED Pharmacy Staffing is dedicated to matching medical professionals with pharmacy settings where they can thrive and contribute effectively. The organization focuses on honesty, hard work, and exceptional customer service, supporting candidates in both their short- and long-term career goals. With a large network of medical professionals and a tailored search methodology, UNITED Pharmacy Staffing connects talent with employers who value quality and reliability. The company emphasizes long-terms relationships with client organizations and follows through on its commitments to ensure mutual success.

Role Description

This Certified Pharmacy Technician role is a contract-to-permanent, on-site position located in Barrington, IL.

Job Description

Under the direction of a licensed Pharmacist, the compounding technician works in a clean room compounding medication at least 50% of the time in order to help ensure safe, accurate, and smooth compounding operations.

Prescription Compounding, Preparation, & Processing

• Assists pharmacist with the preparation and dispensing of medications and supplies in accordance with client policies & procedures, and in accordance with state regulations & standards.
• Prepares IV medications so they are accurately compounded.
• Performs basic pharmaceutical calculations in order to obtain correct dosages of medications.
• Accurately labels and packages medications.
• Participates in the process for assessing, managing, and reporting medication related incidents.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to process and handle prescriptions accurately and safely.
• Knowledge of USP 797/800 guidelines
• Experience working as a pharmacy technician, with familiarity in supporting licensed pharmacists.
• Skills in inventory control, including medication receiving, stocking, and tracking.
• Strong customer service skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with patients and colleagues.
• Active Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) credential and current registration/licensure as required by the State of Illinois.
• Understanding of HIPAA, medication safety, and basic pharmaceutical calculations.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift moderate weights, and work in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.
• Prior experience in an IV infusion setting is required