PHARMACY TECHNICIAN - DISPENSING (2nd Shift -LTC)

Forum Extended Care Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Excellent 401(k) program with company

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid time off (PTO)

Life insurance

Discounted Forum-wear

Discounted prescription & OTC purchase

Job summary

Forum Extended Care Services is seeking a Pharmacy Filling Technician in Illinois. The role involves accurately retrieving, counting, measuring, preparing, packaging, and labeling medications and related non-sterile compounds, and operating pharmacy equipment.

Responsibilities include inventory management, compliance with regulations, and participating in quality improvement programs to meet accreditation standards.

Qualifications

• Current unencumbered license in Illinois as a Certified Pharmacy Technician (certification not required for Illinois Pharmacy Technicians licensed before 2008).
• Experience in long-term care or hospital pharmacy preferred.
• Excellent math, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Accurately retrieve, count, measure, prepare, package, and label medications and non-sterile compounds.
• Operate and properly maintain pharmacy equipment related to job duties.
• Comply with all applicable government regulations, standards of practice, company policies, procedures, and patient protocols.
• Assist in maintaining and managing inventory and supplies as they relate to work stations.
• Assist in resolving facility/patient problems under emergency conditions.
• Take part in quality improvement programs to meet company and accreditation standards.

Skills

Math skills

Written & verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Certified Pharmacy Technician license (Illinois)

Job description

$1,000 Sign On Bonus**Hourly Rate: $17.25-$20.00Shift: 3:00 pm to 11:30 pmEvery other weekend and 3 holidays per year requiredIf you believe in enjoying your workdays, having balance in your life, being rewarded for strong performance, and getting opportunities to learn and grow, wed love to talk to you about joining our family.We offer competitive compensation that includes:Pay differentials for 2nd, 3rd, and weekend shiftsGenerous paid time off (PTO) program plus paid time for catastrophic illnessPaid life insuranceMedical, dental, and vision benefitsExcellent 401(k) program with company matchTuition reimbursement programDiscounted Forum-wearDiscounted prescription & OTC purchase programClick here for detailed benefit informationFor more than 50 years, we've served those who cannot care for themselves and the heroes who care for them. Join us in helping long-term care facilities improve resident care by making medications easier.Were a diverse, yet close-knit, team of hard workers committed to using technology and Lean Six Sigma to improve quality, eliminate unnecessary work, and support an employee-driven culture.Join one of the Best Places to Work in Illinois while making a real difference in peoples lives. Apply here or check us out: Life @ Forum at www.forumpharmacy.com, or on Facebook, Linked In, or Glassdoor.**payable in two installments; $500 at 6 months, $500 at 1 year of employment. Current internal employees and former employees re-hired within 12 months of their last date of service are not eligible.What you'll do as a Pharmacy Filling TechnicianAccurately retrieve, count, measure, prepare, package, and label medications and non-sterile compounds.Operate and properly maintain pharmacy equipment related to job duties.Comply with all applicable government regulations, standards of practice, company policies, procedures, and patient protocols.Assist in maintaining and managing inventory and supplies as they relate to work stations.Assist in resolving facility/patient problems under emergency conditions.Take part in quality improvement programs to meet company and accreditation standards.What we needCurrent unencumbered license in the state of practice: Certified Pharmacy Technician (certification not required for Illinois Pharmacy Technicians licensed before 2008).Experience in long-term care or hospital pharmacy preferred.Excellent math, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills required.Every other weekend and 3 holidays per year required.