Job Description
Join our award-winning team at MedCare Pharmacy Solutions as a Pharmacy Technician in Chicago! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to support our fast-paced retail pharmacy operations. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a patient-centered environment. Perfect for certified techs passionate about healthcare excellence.
Responsibilities
- Accurately prepare and dispense prescription medications under pharmacist supervision
- Manage inventory, including ordering, receiving, and tracking controlled substances
- Process insurance claims and handle third-party billing efficiently
- Provide exceptional customer service and medication counseling to patients
- Maintain compliance with FDA, DEA, and state pharmacy regulations
- Utilize pharmacy software (e.g., QS/1, Omnicell) for inventory and record-keeping
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Qualifications
- Active Illinois Pharmacy Technician license (PTCB or ExCPT certified)
- Minimum 1 year of retail pharmacy experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of prescription medications and pharmaceutical terminology
- Proficiency in pharmacy management systems and Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, team-based environment
- Attention to detail with precise medication preparation protocols
- Background check and drug screening required