Job Description
Join our award-winning pharmacy team in Chicago's vibrant medical district! Chicago Health Partners is seeking a passionate Senior Pharmacy Technician to deliver exceptional patient care in a state-of-the-art compounding facility. Enjoy competitive benefits, continuing education stipends, and opportunities for career advancement in one of Illinois' leading healthcare networks.
Responsibilities
- Accurately dispense prescription medications and compound sterile preparations per physician orders
- Manage inventory control systems including ordering, receiving, and tracking controlled substances
- Provide medication counseling to patients under pharmacist supervision
- Operate automated dispensing systems and pharmacy software (e.g., Omnicell, QS/1)
- Maintain HIPAA compliance and strict confidentiality protocols
- Train junior technicians on pharmacy workflows and safety procedures
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize medication therapy outcomes
Qualifications
- Active Illinois Pharmacy Technician license (PTCB or ExCPT certified)
- Minimum 2 years retail/hospital pharmacy experience
- Proficiency in compounding sterile and non-sterile preparations
- Strong knowledge of FDA regulations and pharmacy law
- Excellent communication skills with ability to explain complex medication instructions
- Experience with electronic prescribing and inventory management systems
- Basic CPR certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days