Pharmacy Technician Assistant

5 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Rush University Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician Apprentice to join our team at Rush University Medical Center. As a Pharmacy Technician Apprentice, you will assist licensed pharmacists in the practice of pharmacy, demonstrating leadership and initiative, and fulfilling the needs of the department and the Medical Center.

Key Responsibilities
  • Recognize and identify various classifications of medications, medication names, dosage forms, and routes of administration.
  • Understand the pharmacy workflow for first doses, pyxis refills, cart fill, and batches.
  • Understand the pharmacy workflow for medication returns and medication disposal.
  • Responsible for the accurate interpretation of EPIC pharmacy labels.
  • Ability to appropriately label all medication dosage forms, including auxiliary labels for expiration and storage as required.
  • Responsible for the accurate and timely filling and delivery of patient-specific medications and Pyxis restocks.
  • Ability to troubleshoot Pyxis equipment.
  • Ability to utilize technology in the pharmacy, including carousels, dose edge, WASP, MILT, and RxVerify, as needed for assigned duties.
  • Responsible for the preparation of non-sterile compounding and packaging.
  • Responsible for answering phones, assisting callers with missing medication requests, and other technical duties as assigned.
  • Responsible for inventory, storage, and supply maintenance of assigned areas.
  • Responsible for compliance with USP and aseptic technique practices when preparing sterile products.
  • Responsible for knowing the laws and regulations related to controlled substances.
  • Maintain cleanliness of all equipment and work areas.
  • Awareness of departmental quality assurance processes.
  • Provides departmental support and leadership in fulfilling departmental staffing needs as required during short staffing situations.
Requirements
  • Currently accepted or enrolled at an accredited pharmacy technician training program.
  • Ability to effectively follow directions, analyze problems, and interpret analytical data.
  • Strong communication skills with an emphasis on customer service skills.
  • Accountable for his/her actions, progress, and development.
  • Attention to detail to provide high-quality care and accurate medication preparation.
  • Ability to operate technology accurately and efficiently by the end of the defined training period.
  • Consistently demonstrates leadership and initiative to peers and others in handling workload.
  • Consistent outstanding attendance record relating to tardiness and absences.
  • Willing to fill unscheduled absences as required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Attitude to learn and grow professionally.
  • Superior time management skills in order to balance school and work without compromising either.
About Rush University

Rush University is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.


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