Pharmacy Technician Medicine Reconciliation

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay

Shift incentives

Annual raises

Career development

Medical, dental, vision

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Wellness program

HSA options

Retirement with match

PTO and holidays

Community involvement

Job summary

Endeavor Health in Elmhurst is seeking a Pharmacy Technician Med Reconciliation to collect home medication histories for patients admitted to the hospital, primarily in the Emergency Department, under supervision of a registered pharmacist.

You will interview patients, contact pharmacies, document current meds, and support safe transitions of care. Requires Illinois Pharmacy Technician license, High school diploma, and potential certification within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current License as a Pharmacy Technician in the State of Illinois required.
• Within 90 days of hire, obtain CPhT certification or equivalent (PTCB/ExCPT) or have an Illinois Technician license with Student designation.

Responsibilities

• Collect Home Medication History for patients admitted to the hospital.
• Interview patients, identify recent outpatient meds, and contact pharmacies.
• Document collected information accurately under supervision of a registered pharmacist.

Skills

Interview patients

Document medication history

Coordinate with pharmacies

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$20.99 - $32.53 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Position: Pharmacy Technician Med Reconciliation


• Location: Elmhurst Hospital


• Full Time: 40 hours/week


• Hours: Rotating Evening Shift (11am - 9:30pm, 12pm - 10:30pm); Monday-Friday; 10 Hour Shifts; 4 Shifts each week with rotating 3rd weekend and rotating holidays.

What you will do:

Assist in the process of collecting Home Medication History of patients being admitted to the hospital. This will require using the resources provided to identify recent outpatient medication dispenses, interviewing the patient, contacting pharmacies, and accurately documenting the collected information. This work will primarily be conducted in the Emergency Department but may also include inpatient floors. Works only under the supervision of a registered pharmacist

What you will need:

• Education (Required):
  
  
  
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  
  
  
  


• Certifications (Required):
  
  
  
  • Current License as a Pharmacy Technician in the State of Illinois
  
  
  • One of the following must be met:
    
    
    
    • Current Pharmacy Technician Certification or must obtain CPhT (Certified Pharmacy Technician) within 90 days of hire, or
    
    
    • Successfully passed the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians (ExCPT) examination pending certification, or
    
    
    • Current Pharmacy Technician license with "Student" designation issued by the State of Illinois
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job (For eligible positions)


• 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

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.