Certified Hospital Pharmacy Technician

Overview

Primarily Monday-Friday day shift; however, may need to work 2nd shift. Will work every 4th or 5th weekend.

Potential for regional weekend coverage at non-24hr sites (St. Elizabeth Medical Center Ottawa, St. Elizabeth Medical Center Peru, St. Clare Medical Center Princeton.

Expected pay for this position is $18.43 - $21.69/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Certified Pharmacy Technician I assists pharmacists in ensuring medications are promptly, accurately and safely dispensed, delivered, charged and credited. Prepares and labels medications to match orders. Maintains records related to drug use and charges. This position requires the Technician to be proficient in both dispensing oral medications and in preparation of I.V. solutions. Duties may vary by assigned area or shift. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care that is appropriate to the ages of the patients served, including neonatal, pediatric, adult and geriatric. Work involves standing, lifting and walking continually while in the process of performing duties.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: High School/GED

Licenses/Certifications: Pharmacy Technician in Illinois or Michigan (dependent on location of employment).

Pharmacy Technician Certification validated by PTCB or National Healthcareer certification (ExCPT).

PHTC2 - Pharmacy Tech Certification (tracked by HR)

Experience: At least 18 years of age

Other skills/knowledge: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: 1 year pharmacy.

Demonstrates knowledge of pharmaceutical and medical terminology.

Other requirements/information: Demonstrates ability to perform and apply arithmetic calculations.

Intermediate computer skills.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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