Pharmacy Technician

Mercy Medical Center; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, IL is hiring an entry-level Pharmacy Technician for PRN Days and Evenings. The role supports pharmacists with prescription processing, inventory management and customer service in a fast-paced retail setting.

The ideal candidate has or will obtain PTCB certification within 6 months, state license/registration as required, and a high school diploma. ASHP-accredited training is preferred, with 340B program experience considered a plus and a pathway to more advanced

Qualifications

• Entry-level position seeking pharmacy technician with certification within 6 months.
• Must hold or obtain PTCB certification within 6 months of hire.
• State license/registration may be required by state regulations.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• ASHP-accredited training preferred for graduates.
• Experience with 340B programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Pharmacist in daily pharmacy operations.
• Prepare and dispense medications in Retail areas.
• Handle prescriptions processing and customer service.
• Manage inventory and stocking.
• Serve as stepping stone to advanced technician roles.

Skills

Customer service

Prescription processing

Inventory management

Team collaboration

Education

PTCB certification

State license/registration

High school diploma

ASHP-accredited training

340B program experience

Job description

• Schedule: PRN Days and Evenings, 8-hour shifts
• Facility: Prime Healthcare Mercy Medical Center
• Location: Aurora, IL, 60506

Overview

• Schedule: PRN Days and Evenings, 8-hour shifts
• Facility: Prime Healthcare Mercy Medical Center
• Location: Aurora, IL, 60506

Responsibilities

Assists the Pharmacist, under his or her supervision, in the daily operation of the Pharmacy. For Retail areas, the Pharmacy Technician is responsible for assisting pharmacists in the preparation and distribution of medications. The role involves handling day-to-day tasks such as processing prescriptions, managing inventory, and providing customer service. This entry-level position serves as a stepping stone to more advanced pharmacy technician roles.

Qualifications

Education, Experience, Training

• Previous pharmacy technician experience preferred
• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required or obtained within 6 months of hire date (this requirement may be waived for current pharmacy students enrolled in an accredited School of Pharmacy)
• State Pharmacy Technician License/Registration required (if required by state regulations)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of ASHP-accredited or equivalent pharmacy technician training program preferred
• 340B program experience preferred (if at a 340B facility)

Pay Transparency

Mercy Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $18.18 to $26.34. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf