Retail Pharmacy Technician Trainee

The US Oncology Network; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance options

401(k)

Paid time off

EAP

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Illinois CancerCare is hiring a full-time Retail Pharmacy Technician to support in-office dispensing of oral oncology drugs and telepharmacies. Under supervision of a physician or pharmacist, you will handle dispensing, records, inventory, and patient financial assistance.

The position involves coordination with providers, processing prescriptions, managing prior authorizations, and ensuring accuracy in documentation and billing within the pharmacy system.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current Illinois Technician License or pursuing.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification or plans to obtain within 90 days.
• 1–2 years retail or specialty pharmacy experience including insurance billing, inventory management, and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate patient records and screen for drug interactions.
• Process prescriptions in the pharmacy management system for oncology patients.
• Submit and manage prior authorizations with clinical staff for expedient approvals.
• Troubleshoot Medicare Part B verification requirements.
• Assist with copay and patient financial assistance programs.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Illinois Technician License

National Pharmacy Technician Certification

Job description

Overview

Illinois CancerCare is seeking a full‑time Retail Pharmacy Technician, also known as Physician Dispensing Assistant/MID Tech to assist the pharmacist in the operation of the specialty retail pharmacy, associated telepharmacies and physician dispensing locations. Under the supervision of a physician or pharmacist, the Physician Dispensing Assistant/MID Tech I provides in‑office dispensing of oral drugs to oncology patients. This includes technical aspects of oral medication dispensing, delivery, record‑keeping, and inventory control, as well as assisting with patient financial assistance and monitoring.

Pay & Benefits

• Pay Range: $16.00 – $22.00/hour (Based on experience, education, and other factors)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options)
• Special wellness programs – Maven, HingeHealth, Livongo, Vitality, and Wondr
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Company‑paid life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounts through our Perks Program

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate patient records, including demographics, current medication list, disease states list, allergy list, insurance information, and prescription information. Utilize pharmacy management system to screen for drug interactions.
• Perform data entry, order processing, billing, and fulfillment within the pharmacy management system for prescriptions issued by oncology practice providers.
• Submit prior authorizations and manage them, coordinating closely with clinical staff to ensure quick turnaround times and approval.
• Troubleshoot Medicare Part B verification requirements.
• Research and obtain copay assistance to minimize or eliminate patients' out‑of‑pocket prescription costs. Assist with applying for patient financial assistance through manufacturer or foundation programs for high‑cost oral drugs.
• Communicate directly with providers and nursing staff to clarify unclear prescription details. Act as a resource for other staff on dispensing oral drugs.
• Manage dispensary inventory, including medication ordering, receipt of orders, organizing invoices, and reporting to wholesalers when medications are not received. Ensure that the most cost‑effective drugs are ordered from vendors.
• Assist with drug recalls and expired or non‑utilized drug returns.
• Prepare and label prescriptions and ensure they are checked for accuracy by a physician or pharmacist. Ensure prescriptions and paperwork are signed off by a physician or pharmacist.
• Obtain patient or patient representative signatures on all medications being dispensed.
• Maintain and file daily reports. Manage daily and monthly reporting within the pharmacy management system.
• Document all patient interactions in the EHR.
• Maintain prescription records and proactively self‑audit to identify potential errors and reduce PBM audit risk.
• Assist with patient monitoring activities, including prescription refills, prescription adherence, and prescription persistence.
• Interact with patients regarding prescription dispensing, financial assistance and patient follow‑up.
• Maintain the safety of the MID by adhering to infection‑control procedures, policies, and regulations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current or application for Illinois Technician License.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification or plans to obtain within 90 days.
• 1‑2 years of experience in a retail or specialty pharmacy setting with experience billing insurances, managing inventory and customer service.

Competencies

• Technical and Functional Experience: Possesses up‑to‑date knowledge of the profession and industry; regarded as an expert in the technical/functional area; accesses and uses other expert resources when appropriate. Commitment to continuing education.
• Adaptability: Handles day‑to‑day work challenges confidently; willing and able to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity, and rapid change; shows resilience in the face of constraints, frustrations or adversity; demonstrates flexibility.
• Sound Judgment: Makes timely, cost‑effective, and sound decisions; makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty.
• Quality Commitment: Emphasizes the need to deliver quality services; defines standards for quality and evaluates products, processes, and services against those standards; manages quality and improves efficiencies.
• Customer Service: Possesses strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills; is detail oriented and has the ability to problem‑solve and troubleshoot.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be offered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands of this job typically require a full range of body motion, including manual finger dexterity and eye‑hand coordination, and the ability to read and note appropriate measurements. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential job functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be offered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the job duties, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to toxic substances and chemotherapeutic agents.