Inpatient Pharmacy Tech

Saint Francis Hospital; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL is seeking an entry-level Pharmacy Technician to support the Inpatient Pharmacy. The role involves daily pharmacy operations under pharmacist supervision, including prescription processing, inventory management, and customer service in a retail-like setting within the hospital.

Ideal candidates will have pharmacy technician experience or training, PTCB/NHA certification, and state licensing as required.

Qualifications

• Previous pharmacy technician experience preferred.
• PTCB certification required or obtained within 6 months of hire date.
• State license/registration required (if required by state regulations).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of ASHP-accredited or equivalent training preferred.
• National certification from PTCB or NHA.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Pharmacist in the daily operation of the Pharmacy.
• In Retail areas, assist pharmacists in the preparation and distribution of medications; handle prescriptions, inventory and customer service.
• This entry-level position serves as a stepping stone to more advanced pharmacy technician roles.

Skills

Pharmacy experience

Customer service

Pharmacy operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASHP-accredited training preferred

PTCB or NHA national certification

State Pharmacy Technician License/Registration

340B program experience preferred

Job description

• Schedule: Full Time Rotating 1st & 2nd shifts and every other weekend
• Facility: Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital
• Location: Evanston, IL 60201

Overview

• Department: Inpatient Pharmacy
• Schedule: Full Time Rotating 1st & 2nd shifts and every other weekend
• Facility: Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital
• Location: Evanston, IL 60201

Responsibilities

Assists the Pharmacist, under his or her supervision, in the daily operation of the Pharmacy.

For Retail areas, the Pharmacy Technician is responsible for assisting pharmacists in the preparation and distribution of medications. The role involves handling day-to-day tasks such as processing prescriptions, managing inventory, and providing customer service. This entry-level position serves as a stepping stone to more advanced pharmacy technician roles.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• Previous pharmacy technician experience preferred
• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required or obtained within 6 months of hire date (this requirement may be waived for current pharmacy students enrolled in an accredited School of Pharmacy)
• State Pharmacy Technician License/Registration required (if required by state regulations)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of ASHP-accredited or equivalent pharmacy technician training program preferred
• 340B program experience preferred (if at a 340B facility)
• National certification from PTCB or NHA

Pay Transparency

Saint Francis Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $18.18 to $26.34. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf