IV Pharmacy Technician

LTC PHARMA HLDG LLC; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Company Paid Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

PTO / holidays

Performance raises

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. seeks an IV Pharmacy Technician to work under a Registered Pharmacist. You will fill prescriptions, prepare Sterile Compounding, and enter data per Board of Pharmacy rules and USP 797 guidelines. This role supports long-term care facilities and high-risk patients in a fast-paced IV department.

You will assist with calls to care facilities, maintain equipment, and ensure HIPAA compliance while keeping a clean, safe work environment and meeting regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Pharmacy technician license/certification required by state regulations.
• Minimum of one year as IV pharmacy technician preferred (long-term care).
• Experience with medications, IVs, and filling prescriptions desired.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain Sterile Compounding room and QA per USP 797 guidelines.
• Fill prescriptions and prepare Sterile Compounding under supervision.
• Stage, prep, and fill orders for long-term care facilities.
• Compound Sterile Compounding orders in a Class 100 clean room.
• Data entry and insurance billing support.
• Assist pharmacist with calling care facilities and maintaining equipment.
• Maintain pumps, stock IV department areas, answer phones.
• Support Lead IV Technician in safety, calibration, and cleanliness.
• Replenish Emergency Drug Kits for facilities; ensure HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Data entry

Analytical

Multi-tasking

Basic computer skills

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

Organizational skills

Basic math

English proficiency

Light lifting

Shift flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy technician license/certification

Job description

Job Summary

The IV Pharmacy Technician works under the supervision of a Registered Pharmacist. Required duties are pursuant to specific Board of Pharmacy defined technician tasks, which may include accurately filling prescriptions, preparing Sterile Compounding medications, entering computer data, following standard procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain Sterile Compounding room and QA as per USP 797 guidelines for a state law as directed by supervisor
• Work under direct supervision of a Registered Pharmacist, fill prescriptions and prepare Sterile Compounding according to Polaris standards of quality, customer service, productivity guidelines, and State Board of Pharmacy regulations
• Knowledge of Long Term and Post- Acute Care
• Stage, Prep, and fill orders for residents at long-term care facilities and high-risk pregnant women
• Compound Sterile Compounding orders in a Class 100 clean room as directed by Pharmacists, IV Supervisor, and/or Director of Pharmacy
• Responsible for data entry
• Assist pharmacist with calling care facilities
• Maintain, clean and account for pumps
• File, answer phones, and stock areas in the IV department as appropriate and directed by supervisor
• Work with Lead IV Technician to maintain a clean/safe work environment, check equipment for calibration, safety, and cleanliness
• Replenish and maintain Emergency Drug Kits (EDK) provided to Long Term and Post-Acute Care Facilities
• Follow all applicable government regulations, including HIPAA
• Communicate with Pharmacist, Supervisor, or Lead Technician about any concerns regarding USP 797 and Operations
• Comply with departmental policies regarding safety, attendance, and dress code
• Overtime, holidays, and weekends may be required and/or expected
• Other duties as assigned; Job duties may vary depending on business needs

QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES

Required Skills/Abilities

• Data entry skills, analytical, ability to multi-task
• Basic computer knowledge skills required
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required
• Good organizational skills and detail oriented
• Basic math and analytical skills
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Ability to physically perform light lifting.
• Must be able to work various shifts and days.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Pharmacy technician licenses/certifications required by state regulations and state of practice
• Minimum of one (1) year working as an IV pharmacy technician required (long-term care pharmacy preferred)
• Knowledge of brand name/generic medications
• Experience working with medications, IV's, and filling prescriptions required
• Order entry and insurance billing experience required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• May sit or stand seven (7) to ten (10) hours per day
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, bend, walk
• May be necessary to work extended hours as needed
• May lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this role

HOLIDAY & PTO POLICY

• Paid holidays are provided annually, with 6 days offered each year, along with 5 sick days.
• Employees earn up to 10 PTO days each year, with rollover options and milestone bonuses.
• Employees have the option to cash out up to 10 PTO hours each quarter for added financial flexibility.

BENEFITS for full time Employees

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401 (k) (available for Part Time & Full Time EEs)
• Company Paid Life insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Personal Time Off (PTO)
• Competitive pay with annual performance reviews and merit-based raises
• Career growth potential
• Annual on-site voluntary Flu Vaccines
• Employee referral bonus program