Specialty Pharmacy Technician — Equipment & Care Expert

Advocate Health Care; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care is seeking a Pharmacy Technician with a strong background in health care and pharmacy operations. The role involves completing area-specific tasks, using equipment and technology proficiently, and solving technical issues as they arise.

You will maintain accurate records and support communication with patients and the care team. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, and an Associate’s Degree in Pharmacy Technology for technicians with validating

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• For technicians in NC with validating responsibilities—an Associate’s Degree in Pharmacy Technology is required.

Responsibilities

• Completes area-specific work per standard processes and policies.
• Acts as an expert with equipment and technology in the specialized area.
• Solves technical issues in the specialized area as they arise.
• Keeps documents and records accurate and timely.
• Supports communication with patients and care team.
• Identifies quality improvement opportunities for safe and efficient patient care.
• Supports operational changes and standardization across sites.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Time management

Medical terminology

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Pharmacy Technology

Bachelor’s degree (optional)

Tools

Pharmacy software

MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Advocate Health Care is seeking a Pharmacy Technician with a strong background in health care and pharmacy operations. The role involves completing area-specific tasks, using equipment and technology proficiently, and solving technical issues as they arise.

You will maintain accurate records and support communication with patients and the care team. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, and an Associate’s Degree in Pharmacy Technology for technicians with validating