Retail Pharmacy Technician

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Retail Pharmacy Technician in Chicago, IL. The role operates under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist and focuses on accurate medication distribution, patient assistance, and insurance processing.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technology program, and pharmacy tech license where required. 1+ year of related experience is preferred. Benefits are provided; date posted reflects an ongoing contract.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or its equivalent certification.
• Graduate of accredited Pharmacy Technology Program.
• PTCB or NPTA license preferred or as required by state/contract.
• Minimum of one year relevant experience preferred.
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice.
• Current CPR if applicable.
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable.
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation).
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a professional attitude to ensure efficient, accurate, and timely distribution of medications processed through the retail pharmacy.
• Maintains the drug inventory and processes patient prescriptions.
• Processes insurance claims and maintains patient records.
• Assists pharmacy customers in person and via inbound phone calls.

Education

High School diploma or its equivalent certification

Graduate of accredited Pharmacy Technology Program

PTCB or NPTA license preferred

Minimum of one year relevant experience preferred

Complies with professional standards of practice

Current CPR if applicable

TB questionnaire/PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

Current Health certificate per contract or state regulation

Must meet federal/state/local requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age

Job description

Retail Pharmacy Technician

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Pay: $27 / Hour

Hours: 40.00

Location: Chicago, IL

The Retail Pharmacy Technician works under the supervisionof a licensed pharmacist. The RetailPharmacy Technician is responsible for maintaining a professional attitude thatensures efficient, accurate, and timely distribution of medications processed throughthe retail pharmacy. The Retail PharmacyTechnician will maintain the drug inventory, process patient prescriptions,process insurance claims, and maintain patient records. Responsibilities also includes assistingpharmacy customers both in person and via in bound phone calls.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or its equivalent certification


• Graduate of accredited Pharmacy Technology Program


• PTCB or NPTA license preferred or as required bystate/contract


• Minimum of one year relevant experience preferred


• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice


• Current CPR if applicable


• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable


• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)


• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements


• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks


• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance


• 401(k) savings plan


• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Allied

Job Function: Allied | Retail Pharmacy Technician | Retail Pharmacy Technician

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0369

Contract Duration: 12

Pay Rate: $27 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-10-29T14:56:53