Supply Chain Pharmacy Technician

OSF Healthcare; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 26,146 - 30,775; Part time

Job summary

OSF Healthcare in Peoria, Illinois, is seeking a Supply Chain Pharmacy Technician I to assist in picking pharmaceutical orders. This position requires excellent communication, attention to detail, and proficiency with pharmacy automation systems to ensure the accurate delivery of medications.

The successful candidate will hold a High School Diploma and a Pharmacy Technician License in Illinois, with at least one year of relevant experience. The role involves maintaining inventory and drug distribution records, contributing to the safe handling of pharmaceuticals.

Qualifications

• 1 year of hospital pharmacy or drug distribution experience as a pharmacy technician.
• Pharmacy Technician License in Illinois.
• Demonstrated proficiency in packaging, labeling, and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Assist with picking pharmaceutical orders for hospitals and clinics.
• Utilize Epic Willow inventory to manage orders.
• Maintain records related to drug distribution.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/ GED

Tools

Pharmacy automation equipment

Job description

Expected pay for this position is $18.98 - $22.34/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

Overview

Under close supervision, the Supply Chain Pharmacy Technician I will assist with picking pharmaceutical orders for OSF HealthCare hospitals and clinics. This includes demonstrating proficiency utilizing Epic Willow inventory to identify orders to be picked and consolidated, at the accurate time, sent via the correct route (truck, courier, or 3PL), under the appropriate temperature range according to manufacturer guidelines following cold chain policies and procedures. Maintains records related to drug distribution. Follows signs on medications and specific national drug codes and understands and picks items according to their covered entity status. Has a general knowledge of health system 340B covered entity status. Appropriately rotates stock, completes cleaning assignments, and demonstrates competency with acute and ambulatory medications. Although duties may vary by assigned area or shift, the following accurately describes the essential job functions.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma/ GED
• Experience: 1 year of hospital pharmacy or drug distribution experience as a pharmacy technician
• Licensure/ Certification: Pharmacy Technician License in Illinois; Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) validated by PTCB OR National Healthcare (ExCPT) OR Pharmacy Technician License in Illinois registered and active prior to January 1, 2008
• Other Skills/ Knowledge: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; demonstrated proficiency in the tasks and technical skills outlined above, including packaging, labeling, storage, record keeping requirements, and the ability to perform and apply arithmetic calculations and Integrated Distribution Center policies and procedures; type at acceptable levels of speed and accuracy; concentrate and pay close attention to detail; Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills; excellent computer skills and ability to process detailed information accurately.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience: 1 year prior experience with pharmacy automation, including inventory management systems; 1 year prior experience with 340B split billing software systems; 1 year prior experience with hazardous and non-hazardous drug handling.
• Licensure/ Certification: N/A
• Other Skills/ Knowledge: Strong analytical skills; ability to troubleshoot; proficiency in using pharmacy automation equipment and related software; knowledge of pharmaceutical and medical terminology.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.