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Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Pharmacy Technician 1-4

PharmacyConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeOak Lawn, IL, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
  • Registration or licensure with the state board of pharmacy is required according to the state of employment.
  • Certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (CPhT) or National Healthcareer Association (ExCPT) must be obtained within 18 months of the start date, or sooner if required by state law.
  • No work experience is required.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Skills working effectively with multiple departments and matrix organizational structures are required.
  • The ability to influence and develop others toward common goals and outcomes is required.
  • Organizational skills and the ability to work effectively with moderate guidance or direction are required.
  • Critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and decision-making skills are required.
  • Expert knowledge of metrics used to measure revenue cycle quality and processes is required.
  • The ability to lead a diverse group of teams is required.
  • The role requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, bend, kneel, climb, twist, crawl, and reach above the shoulders; walk and stand considerably; push a mobile cart of approximately 50 pounds; and lift 35 pounds of material.
  • Functional vision, touch, and hearing are required, as is the ability to speak and be understood by others.
  • The role may involve exposure to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, and communicable diseases; appropriate personal protective equipment is used to minimize exposure.
  • Frequent fine motor motion of the hands and wrists is required for writing, typing, computer data entry, and medication preparation, including syringe use.
  • Precautions must be taken to avoid inadvertent needle sticks, minor cuts, or bruises. The work may involve hard surfaces, stairs, and changes in temperature and humidity.
  • The role requires operating all equipment necessary to perform the job and flexibility to travel between pharmacy locations.

Responsibilities

  • Assist licensed pharmacists with technical duties related to medication preparation and distribution.
  • Select, prepare, and label medications accurately for patients, including hazardous drugs and controlled substances.
  • Assist with medication distribution tasks.
  • Screen phone calls and route them as needed using proper telephone and voicemail etiquette.
  • Assist with daily pharmacy procurement, inventory control, and outdate checking.
  • Complete required documentation for removing, stocking, and wasting controlled substances, where applicable.
  • Perform nonsterile compounding according to proper United States Pharmacopeia standards, where applicable.
  • Perform sterile intravenous admixture using proper aseptic technique, as defined at the entity level and where applicable.
  • Inspect assigned medication storage areas for adherence to storage policies.
  • Complete and document medication admission histories, as applicable at the facility level.
  • Seek additional duties when required work is done and accept other duties as assigned.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives to support the excellence of departmental services, as applicable.
  • Assist in training pharmacy technicians and extenders on pharmacy operations policies, procedures, and workflows during orientation, as applicable at the entity level.
  • Follow organization policies and procedures and comply with legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards.
  • Support area leaders with goals and work assignments.
  • Obtain and record initial patient demographics and other required information; enter required information into the pharmacy system for recordkeeping, insurance verification, and label generation; and perform cashiering.
  • Develop competence in third-party billing functions.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served.
  • Obtain immunization certification and perform patient immunizations under a registered pharmacist's supervision, where applicable.
  • Operate an Advocate Health-owned motor vehicle to deliver medications and other essential medical supplies as required by the department.

Desired Qualifications

  • Hospital experience is preferred.
  • Intravenous experience is preferred.

About the Company

Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Advocate Health Care is a faith-based nonprofit health system serving Illinois and Wisconsin with a network of hospitals, clinics, and providers. It delivers a broad range of medical services using current techniques and ongoing research, coordinated through clinical integration. The organization offers financial advocacy and assistance to help uninsured or underinsured patients manage hospital bills. Its goal is to improve patient care and expand access by combining high-quality medical services, financial support, and a commitment to clinical excellence.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Late Stage VC
Total funding
$18M
Headquarters
Oak Brook, IL
Founded
1976

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