Inpatient Pharmacy Technician: Precision Med Dispensing

Advocate Health Care; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care in Chicago is seeking a Pharmacy Technician. The role emphasizes dispensing medications, entering orders, and supporting clinical staff. Training will cover information systems, automation, and regulatory procedures to ensure accurate dispensing and patient safety.

No prior experience is required; a High School Diploma is needed, with certification within 2 years. Excellent communication and detail orientation are essential to succeed in this team-based setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Pharmacy Technician certification (CPhT) within 2 years of hire, or equivalent (NHA).
• No prior experience required.
• Strong numerical and detail-oriented skills.
• Basic computer literacy and good communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develops competence in dispensing and delivery of medications, including information systems and automation used for dispensing and storage.
• Develops competence in preparing non-sterile products following USP, state, and federal recommendations.
• Develops competence in entering medication orders in the computer system and processing medication requests.
• Develops competence in managing calls from nurses, physicians or patients, with timely resolution or hand-off as needed.
• Develops pharmacy procedures and documentation to satisfy legal, regulatory, and department requirements.
• Complies with legal, regulatory, accreditation standards including controlled substances and DNV requirements.

Skills

Good mathematics skills

Attention to details

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Graduate

Job description

Advocate Health Care in Chicago is seeking a Pharmacy Technician. The role emphasizes dispensing medications, entering orders, and supporting clinical staff. Training will cover information systems, automation, and regulatory procedures to ensure accurate dispensing and patient safety.

No prior experience is required; a High School Diploma is needed, with certification within 2 years. Excellent communication and detail orientation are essential to succeed in this team-based setting.