Pharmacy Technician: On-the-Job Training & Certification

Lawndale Christian Health Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pharmacy Technician at Lawndale Christian Health Center supports daily pharmacy operations, handling prescription processing, medication prep, inventory, and customer service. You will work on-site to ensure a safe, organized environment under pharmacist supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and an Illinois Pharmacy Technician license (or pursuing). Bilingual ability is a plus in serving diverse patients and providers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Illinois Pharmacy Technician license required or actively pursuing.
• Pharmacy technician experience or formal training preferred.
• Strong customer service, communication, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Enter prescription information accurately into pharmacy systems.
• Prepare medications for pharmacist review and patient pickup.
• Assist customers at the pharmacy counter and handle inquiries.
• Manage inventory and process transactions in a fast-paced setting.
• Maintain documentation in compliance with state and federal rules.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Illinois Pharmacy Technician license

Experience or training preferred

Tools

Pharmacy software systems

Job description

• Base Pay $38,000.00 / Year
• Job Category On Site
• Employee Type Full Time - Non-Exempt

Description

The Pharmacy Technician supports the daily operations of the pharmacy by assisting with prescription processing, medication preparation, inventory management, and customer service. Responsibilities include entering prescription information, preparing medications for pharmacist review, assisting patients at the pharmacy counter, operating pharmacy technology systems, handling phone inquiries, processing transactions, and maintaining accurate documentation. This role helps ensure a safe, organized, and efficient pharmacy environment while complying with all state and federal regulations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, customer-focused, and committed to providing high-quality service that supports the mission of Lawndale Christian Health Center.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required. Candidates should possess strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and compassionately with diverse patients, staff, and providers. Pharmacy technician experience or formal training is preferred. Applicants must hold, or be actively pursuing, an Illinois Pharmacy Technician license. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, adaptable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Strong organizational skills, integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to the mission and values of Lawndale Christian Health Center are essential. Bilingual ability is a plus.

Professional Development Opportunities: LCHC supports career growth through paid on-the-job training and certification cost-sharing opportunities for eligible candidates and employees in good standing without prior certification or direct pharmacy experience.