Pharmacy Technician I- Registry (PRN)

Aurora Health Care; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join their team. In this role, you will develop skills in dispensing medications, managing customer interactions, and adhering to pharmacy regulations. This position offers a chance to grow professionally while ensuring the highest standards of patient care. Ideal for recent graduates or those looking to start a career in healthcare, this opportunity emphasizes the importance of attention to detail and effective communication. Join a supportive environment where your contributions will make a difference in the lives of patients.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician certification (CPhT) required within 2 years.
• No experience required, but good communication and math skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing and delivery of medications using technology and automation.
• Managing phone calls from customers and team members effectively.

Skills

Mathematics Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Graduate

Job description

Major Responsibilities:

• Develops competence in dispensing and delivery of medications. This includes developing competence in the department’s use of information systems, technology, and automation used for dispensing and storage of medications.
• Develops competence in preparing non-sterile products following USP, state, and federal recommendations, as required.
• Develops competence in entering medication orders in the computer system and/or processing medication requests via the computer system.
• Develops competence in managing phone calls from customers and team members such as nurses, physicians or patients. This includes accurately understanding and interpreting the issue, timely resolution, or timely hand-off to another team member as appropriate.
• Develops competence in pharmacy procedures and documentation as required, satisfying legal, regulatory, and department requirements of pharmacy practice.
• Complies with legal, regulatory, accreditation standards. This includes (but is not limited to) controlled substance procedures, USP procedures and DNV requirements.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Pharmacy Technician certification (CPhT) issued by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board needs to be obtained within 2 years, or
• Pharmacy Technician Certified (CPhT) issued by the National Healthcare Association needs to be obtained within 2 years.

Education Required:

• High School Graduate.

Experience Required:

• No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Good mathematics skills.
• Attention to details.
• Good communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders throughout the work day.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs from floor to chest level; lift and carry up to 35 lbs at waist height a reasonable distance; push/pull with 30 lbs of force.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.