Pharmacy Technician II - Retail

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Pathways to Promote Growth

Medical, Dental, and Vision options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Savings Plan

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Community Involvement Opportunities

Job summary

Endeavor Health in Arlington Heights is seeking a Pharmacy Technician II to support pharmacists in dispensing and filling prescriptions at Northwest Community Hospital. This full-time role (32 hrs/week) involves entering prescriptions, filing, ordering medications, and aiding daily operations.

Shifts are Mon-Sat with rotating day/evening hours. A High School diploma, RPHT license in Illinois, PTCB certification, and hospital experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School General Studies required.
• Diploma or Vocational Degree General Studies required.
• Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPHT) - IDFPR license required.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (cPhT) - PTCB license required.
• Enrollment in a first professional degree program in pharmacy at an accredited school or college.

Responsibilities

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

Education

High School General Studies

Diploma or Vocational Degree General Studies

Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPHT) IDFPR License

Certified Pharmacy Technician (cPhT) PTCB

Enrolled in a first professional degree program in pharmacy

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $19.62 - $30.41 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Position: Pharmacy Technician II
• Location: Northwest Community Hospital, Arlington Heights
• Full Time (32 hrs/week)
• Hours: Monday-Saturday; Rotating day/evening shifts (8am-4pm, 9am-5pm, 10am-6pm)

A Brief Overview:

The Pharmacy Technician II 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 II 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:

• High School General Studies Required Or
• Diploma or Vocational Degree General Studies Required
• Registered Pharmacy Technicians enrolled in a first professional degree program in pharmacy in a school or college of pharmacy or a department of pharmacy of a university And
• 1 Year technician trainee experience in a hospital environment preferred.
• Registered Pharmacy Technician (RPHT) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Current State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation License (IDFPR) Required And
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (cPhT) - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) Current CPhT (Certified Pharmacy Technician) Required

Benefits:

• 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.

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