Pharmacy Tech

AHS Vista LLC; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Vista Health System in Illinois seeks a Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team. The role supports pharmacists by processing orders, preparing IV medications, and ensuring safe, timely delivery of medicines to patients and staff.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to patient service. Education required: high school diploma; licensure eligibility in Illinois; on-call availability and ability to travel between Vista Health sites may be needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No prior experience required – training provided.
• Eligible for Illinois Pharmacy Technician licensure.
• Ability to work on-call and travel between Vista Health sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to pharmacists in daily operations.
• Process and prepare medications for pharmacist review, including prescriptions, carts, and Pyxis restocking.
• Safely and aseptically prepare IV medications (chemotherapy, IVPBs, TPNs).
• Deliver medications promptly to nursing units and departments.
• Maintain and restock floor stock, crash carts, and bulk medications.
• Ensure proper inventory control, including rotating stock and expired meds.
• Assist at the pharmacy counter with phones and order entry.
• Uphold patient confidentiality and Vista Health Standards, focusing on safety and teamwork.
• Perform other duties to support pharmacy operations.

Skills

Algebra coursework

Chemistry coursework

Physical science knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Vista Health System is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team. This position plays a vital role in supporting pharmacists by processing medication orders, preparing IV medications, maintaining inventory, and ensuring safe, accurate, and timely delivery of medications to patients and clinical staff. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to providing excellent service to patients, physicians, and nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to pharmacists in daily operations.




• Process and prepare medications accurately for pharmacist review, including prescriptions, medication carts, and Pyxis restocking.




• Safely and aseptically prepare IV medications, including chemotherapy, IVPBs, and TPNs.




• Deliver medications promptly to nursing units and ancillary departments.




• Maintain and restock floor stock, crash carts, and bulk medications according to policy.




• Ensure proper inventory control, including rotating stock and removing expired medications.




• Assist at the pharmacy counter by answering phones, entering orders, and providing excellent customer service.




• Uphold confidentiality, patient safety, and Vista Health's Standards of Behavior, including responsiveness, communication, and teamwork.




• Perform other duties as assigned to support pharmacy operations.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.




• Experience: None required – training provided.




• Skills/Training: High school-level coursework in algebra, chemistry, or other physical science preferred.




• Licensure: Must be eligible for licensure as a Pharmacy Technician by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation.




• Other Requirements:

  
  
  
  

  • Ability to work on-call or provide call-in support as needed.

  
  

  • Ability to travel between Vista Health sites if required.

  
  

  • Must be able to meet physical requirements including standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

  
  

Working Environment

• Exposure to infectious or contagious diseases may occur.




• May be required to wear protective equipment.




• Ability to handle emergency or crisis situations.




• Interaction with patients of all ages, physicians, nurses, and vendors on a daily basis.