Pharmacy Technician I: Precise Med Prep & Patient Care

Advocate Health Care; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care seeks an enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to support licensed pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications, including hazardous drugs and controlled substances. The role covers inventory control, documentation, and assisting with third‑party billing functions.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED and state licensure; certification (CPhT or ExCPT) within 18 months is required. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Registration or licensure with state board of pharmacy per state of employment requirements.
• Must obtain certification through Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (CPhT) or National Healthcareer Association (ExCPT) within 18 months from start date.

Responsibilities

• Assists licensed pharmacist in technical duties related to preparation and distribution of medications.
• Accurately selects, prepares, and labels medications for patients including hazardous drugs and controlled substances.
• Assists with medication distribution tasks.
• Screens phone calls and routes as needed using proper telephone and voicemail etiquette.
• Assists in daily pharmacy procurement, inventory control, and outdate checking.
• Complete documentation required for removing, stocking, and wasting controlled substances.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Revenue cycle knowledge

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Advocate Health Care seeks an enthusiastic Pharmacy Technician to support licensed pharmacists in preparing and distributing medications, including hazardous drugs and controlled substances. The role covers inventory control, documentation, and assisting with third‑party billing functions.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED and state licensure; certification (CPhT or ExCPT) within 18 months is required. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.