Pharmacy Tech Specialist I – Transitions of Care

Advocate Health; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Educational Assistance Program

Retirement plans

Job summary

Advocate Health in Illinois is seeking a part-time Pharmacy Technician focused on transitions of care and medication histories. Shifts include 6:30 AM-3:00 PM and 1:00 PM-9:30 PM with flexible start times, requiring strong accuracy and teamwork in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include collaborating with care teams, maintaining precise records, and supporting education and process improvements. Registration/licensure and CPhT/ExCPT certification are required or preferred based on site.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED; associate degree preferred for some technician roles.
• Registration/licensure with state board of pharmacy per state of employment.
• CPhT or ExCPT certification preferred or required depending on site.

Responsibilities

• Complete area-specific medication history work following standard processes.
• Serve as an expert with equipment and technology in the area.
• Identify and solve technical issues; ensure records are accurate and timely.
• Communicate with patients and care teams to coordinate care.
• Support operational changes and site/system standardization.
• Participate in teams and committees; ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Critical thinking

Medical terminology

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Pharmacy data entry

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Pharmacy Technology

Tools

Pharmacy equipment

Job description

Advocate Health in Illinois is seeking a part-time Pharmacy Technician focused on transitions of care and medication histories. Shifts include 6:30 AM-3:00 PM and 1:00 PM-9:30 PM with flexible start times, requiring strong accuracy and teamwork in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include collaborating with care teams, maintaining precise records, and supporting education and process improvements. Registration/licensure and CPhT/ExCPT certification are required or preferred based on site.