Pharmacy Technician

Actalent; Burr Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Time Off/Leave (PTO)

HSA

Job summary

Actalent in Burr Ridge, IL is seeking an Overnight Pharmacy Floor Technician to support a long-term care specialty pharmacy. Under a pharmacist's supervision, you will pick, label, scan, and prepare medications for final verification, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance. This fully onsite overnight role runs 8:30 p.m.

to 7:00 a.m., 7 on/7 off, with a 10% shift differential after 5 p.m. Requirements include a valid IL license and PTCB/NHA certification, plus at least 1 year of experience

Qualifications

• Active Illinois Pharmacy Technician license in good standing.
• Active PTCB or NHA certification.
• Minimum 1 year of pharmacy technician experience.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Strong data entry skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and SOPs.
• Capability to comply with HIPAA and other applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

• Fill daily drug orders accurately under pharmacist supervision.
• Pick medications from shelving and storage areas to fulfill orders.
• Apply labels to blister cards and scan products to verify accuracy.
• Alert the pharmacist on duty about scan issues or discrepancies.
• Assist in processing returned medications per procedures.
• Prepack frequently ordered medications and label/store as needed.
• Manually package materials to support production needs.
• Maintain workstation areas, replenish stock supplies as needed.
• Follow government regulations, including HIPAA, to protect patient privacy.
• Comply with safety, attendance, and dress code policies; work overtime as required.
• Perform other duties to ensure smooth workflow.

Skills

Data entry

English proficiency

Attention to detail

HIPAA compliance

Follow SOPs

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Illinois Pharmacy Technician License

PTCB/NHA Certification

Job description

Job Title: Overnight Pharmacy Floor Technician

Job Description

This overnight Pharmacy Floor Technician role focuses on accurately preparing prescriptions and supporting pharmacy operations in a long-term care specialty pharmacy setting. You work under the supervision of a pharmacist to pick, label, scan, and prepare medications for final verification, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and internal policies.

Responsibilities

• Fill daily drug orders accurately and efficiently in a timely manner under the supervision of a pharmacist.
• Pick medications from shelving and other medication storage areas, including prepack racks, to fulfill prescription orders.
• Apply labels to blister cards and scan products to verify accuracy before final pharmacist review.
• Alert the pharmacist on duty about any medication or product that does not scan properly or appears inconsistent.
• Assist in processing returned medications and recycle or dispose of them according to established procedures.
• Prepack frequently ordered medications, label, and store them as needed during low-volume times.
• Manually package materials and products to support pharmacy production needs.
• Maintain designated workstation areas in a clean and organized manner and replenish all stock supplies as needed.
• Follow all applicable government regulations, including HIPAA, to protect patient privacy and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Comply with departmental policies related to safety, attendance, and dress code.
• Work overtime, holidays, and weekends as required or expected to support pharmacy operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure smooth and efficient pharmacy workflow.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work at a moderate, consistent speed while maintaining accuracy.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Active and clear Illinois Pharmacy Technician License issued by the Illinois Board of Pharmacy, maintained in good standing.
• Active National Pharmacy Technician Certification through PTCB or NHA.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a pharmacy technician.
• Strong data entry skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Capability to comply with HIPAA and other applicable regulations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous pharmacy technician experience in a closed-door or long-term care specialty pharmacy environment is preferred but not required.
• Experience working in a long-term care specialty pharmacy setting.
• Ability to adapt to extended hours or schedule changes when needed.
• Strong organizational skills to manage workstation upkeep and inventory replenishment.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced production environment with repetitive tasks.

Work Environment

This position is an overnight, 7-on/7-off shift schedule, working from 8:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., Wednesday through Tuesday. You may sit, stand, stoop, bend, and walk intermittently during the day and may sit or stand for 7 to 10 hours per shift. Extended hours may occasionally be required. The role requires finger dexterity to operate office and pharmacy equipment, the ability to lift up to 25 pounds on occasion, and sufficient visual acuity to read fine print, including close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. You must be able to hear normal voice sounds. The environment is a closed-door pharmacy with a production-focused workflow, where accuracy, safety, and adherence to procedures are essential. A 10% shift differential is added to base pay for hours worked after 5:00 p.m. Departmental policies guide safety, attendance, and dress code to maintain a professional and compliant workplace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Burr Ridge, IL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $23.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness
• Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Burr Ridge,IL.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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