Pharmacy Tech Trainee

Loyola Medicine; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Fitness Center on site

Referral Rewards

Career Growth Opportunities

On-site childcare discount

Job summary

Loyola Medicine is seeking a Pharmacy Technician Trainee to support medication order processing and regulatory compliance. The role is part-time with rotating shifts at Gottlieb Memorial Hospital and Loyola University Medical Center in Illinois.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, plus enrollment in a temporary IL Pharmacy Tech license program and eventual full licensure. Training includes 500 hours and PTCB certification within 180 days of hire, with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic math and strong communication skills are essential.
• Willingness to learn and complete certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Learn to prepare medication orders, including sterile and non-sterile compounds.
• Ensure compliance with Pharmacy, Automation, Billing, and Inventory standards (USP 795/797).
• Provide courteous service to patients, visitors, and colleagues.

Skills

Math aptitude

Written & verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Windows OS

Email & collaboration tools

Job description

Employment Type

Registry

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Rotating Shift

Description

Earn more, grow faster, and make a real impact. The state of Illinois and the American College of Surgeons (ACS) has designated Loyola a Level I Trauma Center, the only trauma center in Illinois to receive this designation from both organizations. Join Loyola Medicine—Illinois’ premier academic health system—and be part of a high-performing respiratory care team delivering advanced, compassionate care.

What you’ll do

• Learn how to prepare medication orders, including both sterile and non-sterile compounds. processing physician medication orders to ensure medications are promptly, accurately, and safely delivered.
• Ensure all work meets regulatory compliance standards as related to the Pharmacy, Pharmacy Automation, Billing, and Inventory, USP 795 / 797.
• Provides courteous, cooperative, and timely service to patients, visitors, and colleagues.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Licensure

• Application for temporary IL Pharmacy Tech license upon start of program
• Full IL Pharmacy Tech licensure upon completion of the program
• Pharmacy Tech Trainee will be required to complete the 500 hours of program training and obtain PTCB certification within 180 days of hire.

Skills

• Basic aptitude for 8th grade math along with good written and verbal communication will be assessed at the initial interview.

Technology

• Familiarity with standard desktop and Windows based computer system, including email, e-learning, intranet and computer navigation. Ability to use other software required to perform essential functions.
• Capable of self-motivated and independent study.

Communication

• Ability to deal with people at all levels and skills in various situations in a courteous and tactful manner following the Trinity Health Core Values.

Benefits & Perks

• DailyPay! Work today, Get paid today
• Competitive Shift Differentials
• On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & Loyola University Medical Center)
• Childcare Employee Discount at Gottlieb’s Child Development Center
• Referral Rewards
• Strong Team Culture
• Career Growth Opportunities

Our Promise to You

Joining Loyola Medicine is being a part of an organization that treats the human spirit in our patients and fellow colleagues. We are a part of a community which believes in giving back to those we serve.

• We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities
• We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners

Pay Range: $17.30 - $26.81 per hour

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.