Pharmacy Technician I

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Pharmacy Technician I, where you will play a vital role in assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing and ensuring pharmacy efficiency. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. You'll be responsible for preparing medications, maintaining inventory, and supporting patient care in a community-focused setting. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization values the unique contributions of each team member, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Benefits

Premium pay for eligible employees

Career Pathways for Professional Growth

Medical, Dental, and Vision options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program Savings

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Community Involvement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Current Illinois Registered Pharmacy Technician required.
• Must become certified within 2 years of initial licensure.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacist in dispensing and filling prescriptions.
• Prepare and label medications for final dispensing authorization.
• Maintain pharmacy inventory of supplies and medications.

Skills

Pharmacy Technician Certification

Inventory Management

Prescription Processing

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Highlights:

• Position: Pharmacy Technician I
• Hourly Pay Range: $17.50 - $28.68. The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
• Endeavor Health is currently conducting a comprehensive review of our compensation structure. The new minimum for this role will be adjusted to $18.50 base pay hourly rate beginning with May 2025 paychecks.
• Location: Glenbrook Hospital
• Full Time - 40 hours/week
• Hours: Monday-Friday, rotating schedule, e/o week-end & rotating holidays

A Brief Overview:
The Pharmacy Technician I is responsible for assisting the pharmacist in dispensing and filling prescriptions. The Pharmacy Technician duties include, but are not limited to, entering prescriptions in the computer, filing prescriptions, ordering medications and over the counter items, calling third party insurance providers, and aiding the pharmacist in the day-to-day operations. The Pharmacy Technician I is also responsible for checking in orders, putting orders away (OTC, and RX), and completing end of day closing and deposit procedures.

What you will do:

• Prepares, fills and labels medications for final dispensing authorization by the Pharmacists.
• Prepares the unit dose accurately according to the refill list, for Pharmacists final authorization and fill the automated medication station in timely manner.
• Conducts rounds to nursing units according to schedule and prepares medications for transportation rounds.
• Performs various pharmacy-related tasks to help maintain pharmacy efficiency and organization.
• Assist in maintenance of pharmacy inventory of supplies and medications, (RX and OTC)

What you will need:

• License:Current Illinois Registered Pharmacy Technician required
• Education:High School Diplomaor equivalent
• Certification:Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) preferred; must become certified by successfully passing the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) examination or another Board-approved pharmacy technician examination, within 2 years of initial licensure.
• Experience:Prior technician experience or hospital experience preferred. Retail experience preferred for retail positions
• Skills:N/A

Benefits:

• Premium pay for eligible employees
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking at designated locations
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.