Pharmacy Technician: Medication Prep & Patient Care

Hugh Chatham Health; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 62,664,000 - 93,985,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support licensed pharmacists in the preparation and distribution of medications in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, and certification such as CPhT or ExCPT within 18 months from start. The position offers 40 hours per week, with 10-hour shifts, first and second shifts, and every other weekend staffing.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively with multiple departments and matrix structures.
• Strong ability to influence and develop others toward common goals.
• Strong organizational skills with guidance or direction.
• Effective critical thinking, creativity, problem solving, and decision making.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed pharmacist with technical duties in medication preparation and distribution.
• Select, prepare, and label medications for patients, including hazardous drugs and controlled substances.
• Assist with medication distribution tasks and inventory control.
• Screen calls and route using proper telephone etiquette.
• Assist in procurement, inventory control, and outdate checking.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interdepartmental collaboration

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Revenue cycle knowledge

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support licensed pharmacists in the preparation and distribution of medications in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, and certification such as CPhT or ExCPT within 18 months from start. The position offers 40 hours per week, with 10-hour shifts, first and second shifts, and every other weekend staffing.