Pharmacy Technician Specialist: Expert in Pharmacy Tech

Advocate Health Care; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care in Illinois seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support daily operations, maintain accurate records, and assist the care team with technical tasks. The role requires strong communication, problem-solving, and familiarity with medical terminology in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include operating pharmacy equipment, ensuring documentation accuracy, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives while adhering to regulations and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• For NC technicians with validating responsibilities, an Associate’s Degree in Pharmacy Technology is required.
• 3 years of healthcare/pharmacy-related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes area-specific work per standard processes and policies.
• Serves as an expert with equipment and technology in the specialized pharmacy area.
• Problem solves technical issues as they arise.
• Keeps documents and records accurate and timely.
• Supports communication with patients and care team.
• Identifies quality improvement opportunities to ensure safe and efficient patient care.
• Contributes to implementation of operational changes and standardization.
• Participates in site/system work teams and committees as applicable.
• Complies with legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards.
• Stays current with changes in the field and shares best practices with leadership.
• Maintains knowledge and skills and contributes to education of others.
• Supports pharmacy department initiatives and may take tasks from teammates when workload dictates.

Skills

Excellent communication

Critical thinking

Customer service

Basic math

Medical terminology

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Pharmacy Technology

Associate or bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Call Center Systems

Internet

Job description

Advocate Health Care in Illinois seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support daily operations, maintain accurate records, and assist the care team with technical tasks. The role requires strong communication, problem-solving, and familiarity with medical terminology in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include operating pharmacy equipment, ensuring documentation accuracy, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives while adhering to regulations and safety standards.