Pharmacy Technician

HSHS St. John's Hospital; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance up to $5,250

Job summary

HSHS St. John's Hospital in Springfield, IL, is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support dispensing under direct supervision of the registered pharmacist. The role requires knowledge of pharmaceutical terminology, ability to perform mathematical calculations, and adherence to state and federal regulations.

The position is full-time with rotating shifts. Illinois eligibility for licensure as a Pharmacy Technician is required, with license pending allowed up to 60 days; Wisconsin pending status

Qualifications

• Must be licensed or registered Pharmacy Technician in the state of practice.
• IL: license pending status up to 60 days.
• WI: license pending until registration is approved.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision of the registered pharmacist, perform dispensing tasks according to policies and procedures.
• Adhere to state and federal laws and regulations governing pharmacy practice.

Skills

Mathematical calculations

Pharmaceutical terminology

Pharmacy dispensing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Pay Range:$19.00 - $27.55A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.Under the direct supervision of the registered pharmacist, and according to state and federal laws, performs a variety of tasks according to policies and procedures. The entry-level role requires the ability to perform mathematical calculations, knowledge of pharmaceutical and medical terminology along with an understanding of the pharmacy dispensing responsibilities necessary to comply with state and federal regulations.Position Specifics:o Department: Pharmacyo Core Function: Pharmacyo Schedule: Full time, Rotating Shifto Facility: St. Johns Hospitalo Location: Springfield, ILo Compensation aligned with your experienceEducation QualificationsIllinois: At least 16 years of age and is attending or graduated from high school or GED equivalency is required.Wisconsin: At least 18 years of age and has graduated from high school or GED equivalency is required or enrolled in an approved youth apprenticeship program approved by the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development.Experience Qualifications1 year pharmacy experience is preferred.Certifications, Licenses and RegistrationsLicensed or registered Pharmacy Technician in the state of practice is required. IL: May work in a license pending status for up to 60 days. WI: May work in a pending status until registration is approved.Certified Pharmacy Technician achieved within 12 months of hire or enrolled in Doctorate of Pharmacy Program is preferred.Job DescriptionScheduled Weekly Hours:40Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day.Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments.Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.Retirement benefits including HSHScontributions.Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!BenefitsHSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring ProcessHospital Sisters may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence or machine-learning technologies, to assist with certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process. These tools may help our recruiting team organize applications, search for resumes, identify qualifications reflected in application materials, and facilitate communications or scheduling with applicants.Information used by these tools may include materials you provide during the application process, such as your resume, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions.These tools are used only to support our recruiting process. Hiring decisions are made by HSHS personnel, and automated tools do not make employment decisions on behalf of HSHS.Applicants who have questions about this notice or who require a reasonable accommodation or alternative evaluation method may contact HSHS Human Resources at [e-mail]