Pharmacy Technician I - Growth Path, Benefits, Full-Time

NorthShore; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 25,485 - 39,509; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision options

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. is hiring a Pharmacy Technician I at Skokie Hospital. This full-time role entails assisting pharmacists in dispensing medications and managing pharmacy supplies. Candidates must have a current Illinois Pharmacy Technician license and preferably prior technician experience.

The position offers numerous benefits including premiums for eligible employees, tuition reimbursement, and various medical options, aimed at promoting professional growth.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois Registered Pharmacy Technician license required.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) preferred; must obtain within two years of hire.
• Prior technician or hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, fills and labels medications for the pharmacists.
• Prepares accurate unit doses for final authorization.
• Conducts medication rounds to nursing units.
• Maintains pharmacy inventory of supplies and medications.

Skills

Assisting Pharmacists

Inventory Management

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:
$18.50 - $28.68 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Position: Pharmacy Technician I
• Location: Skokie Hospital
• Full time: 36 hours/week
• Hours: Monday-Friday, rotating schedule, weekend & 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 Diploma or equivalent
• Certification: Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) preferred; certification required within two years of hire
• Experience: Prior technician experience or hospital experience preferred. Retail experience preferred for retail positions

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.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging-each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

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