Inpatient IV Sterile Compounding Pharmacy Technician - Cicero, Illinois

This position offers a unique opportunity to work as a Pharmacy Technician in an inpatient hospital environment, supporting both inpatient operations and sterile compounding activities. With a focus on delivering high-quality pharmaceutical services, you will be instrumental in preparing IV admixtures, compounding batches, and ensuring medication availability through efficient crash cart and automated cart management.

Location: Cicero, IL
Type: Contract (13 weeks, with intent to hire)
Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, rotating shifts:
  • 7:00 AM 3:30 PM
  • 9:00 AM 5:30 PM
  • 2:30 PM 10:00 PM
• Rotating weekends

Responsibilities:

• Prepare sterile compounds and maintain the clean room environment in compliance with regulations.
• Compound batches and prepare IV admixtures safely and accurately.
• Manage and prepare crash carts and Omnicell/auto cart fill systems.
• Support inpatient pharmacy technician duties, ensuring smooth pharmacy operations.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to meet patient medication needs promptly.

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Valid Illinois Pharmacy Technician license.
• PTCB certification is required.
• Demonstrated experience in inpatient hospital pharmacy operations.
• Proficiency in sterile compounding, with chemotherapy compounding experience highly preferred.
• Familiarity with Cerner inpatient pharmacy systems is an asset.

This role is ideal for a skilled pharmacy technician who thrives in a fast-paced inpatient setting with advanced sterile compounding responsibilities. If you meet these qualifications and seek a dynamic role with a contract that may lead to permanent employment, apply now to take the next step in your pharmacy career.

Compensation for this position ranges from $18.00 to $23.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.