Retail Pharmacy Tech — Entry Level, Tuition Reimbursement

Prime Healthcare; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare's Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin site seeks an entry-level Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in daily operations. Responsibilities include processing prescriptions, managing inventory, and delivering customer service in Retail. This role serves as a stepping stone to more advanced positions within pharmacy.

Required or preferred credentials include PTCB certification within 6 months of hire, state licensure as required, and a high school diploma. 340B experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience as a pharmacy technician is preferred.
• PTCB certification required or obtained within 6 months of hire.
• State regulations may require licensure or registration.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• ASHP-accredited training or equivalent program preferred.
• 340B program experience preferred, if at a 340B facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Pharmacist in daily pharmacy operations.
• Support preparation and distribution of medications in retail areas.
• Process prescriptions, manage inventory, and provide customer service.
• Serve as an entry point to more advanced pharmacy technician roles.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASHP-accredited or equivalent training program

PTCB certification or in progress

State license/registration as required

Graduate of ASHP-accredited program (preferred)

340B program experience (preferred)

Job description

Prime Healthcare's Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin site seeks an entry-level Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in daily operations. Responsibilities include processing prescriptions, managing inventory, and delivering customer service in Retail. This role serves as a stepping stone to more advanced positions within pharmacy.

Required or preferred credentials include PTCB certification within 6 months of hire, state licensure as required, and a high school diploma. 340B experience is a plus.