Certified Pharmacy Technician - IV Infusion

UNITED Staffing Network, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UNITED Pharmacy Staffing is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician for a contract-to-permanent, on-site role in Barrington, IL. Under the supervision of a licensed Pharmacist, the compounding technician works in a clean room compounding medication at least 50% of the time to ensure safe, accurate operations.

Responsibilities include IV medication preparation, accurate labeling, and collaboration with pharmacists to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Prescription processing

USP 797/800 knowledge

Pharmacy technician experience

Inventory control

Customer service

CPhT credential

HIPAA knowledge

Pharmaceutical calculations

IV infusion experience

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-term 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