Pharmacy Technician I - IP - Per Diem

1100 Endeavor Health Clinical Operations; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay for shifts/holidays

Incentive pay for select positions

Annual increases based on performance

Career pathways for growth

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Wellness program

Savings plan

Health savings account options

Retirement match

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I for inpatient duties at Skokie Hospital. This per diem role involves assisting pharmacists, dispensing and labeling medications, and supporting day-to-day pharmacy operations.

Required Illinois license and HS diploma with certification timing expectations. Prior hospital experience is preferred and per diem rotation may include weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• License: Current Illinois Registered Pharmacy Technician required.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certification: CPhT preferred; certification required within two years of initial licensure.
• Experience: Prior technician experience or hospital experience preferred; retail experience for retail positions.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, fills and labels medications for final dispensing authorization by the Pharmacists.
• Prepares unit dose according to refill list and assists with automated stations.
• Conducts rounds to nursing units and prepares medications for transportation rounds.
• Performs pharmacy-related tasks to maintain efficiency and organization.
• Assists in maintaining inventory of RX and OTC medications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Pharmacy knowledge

Education

Illinois Registered Pharmacy Technician license

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$20.29 - $31.45 - 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 - Inpatient Location: Skokie Hospital Per Diem (as needed) Hours: Rotating Shifts 5am-12am; rotating weekends and 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 initial licensure.


• Experience: Prior technician experience or hospital experience preferred. Retail experience preferred for retail positions.

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job


• Incentive pay for select positions


• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance


• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development


• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Free Parking


• Wellness Program


• Savings Plan


• Health Savings Account Options


• Retirement Options with Company Match


• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay


• Community Involvement Opportunities

EOE:

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

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.

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

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.