IV Sterile Compounding Inpatient Pharmacy Technician - Des Plaines, IL

An established inpatient hospital is seeking a skilled Pharmacy Technician to support both the inpatient operations and sterile compounding clean room environments. This contract position offers a 13-week assignment with the intent for hire, providing an excellent opportunity for experienced technicians looking to leverage their expertise in a dynamic clinical setting.

Location: Des Plaines, IL
Schedule:

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform hospital inpatient pharmacy technician duties, including preparing medications and supporting pharmacy operations.
• Compound sterile IV admixtures and batches with a strong focus on accuracy and safety in a clean room setting.
• Prepare and restock crash carts and Omnicell automated medication dispensing systems.
• Facilitate auto cart filling and ensure timely availability of medications.

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Current Illinois Pharmacy Technician license required.
• PTCB certification mandatory.
• Proven experience in an inpatient hospital pharmacy setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in sterile compounding; chemotherapy compounding experience is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Cerner pharmacy systems will be beneficial.

This role demands a detail-oriented technician capable of maintaining high standards in sterile preparation and medication management while adapting across multiple shifts. The position is ideal for someone motivated to contribute to patient care through precision and teamwork.

If you meet the qualifications and are ready to bring your pharmacy technician skills to a reputable inpatient hospital environment, apply today to be considered for this rewarding opportunity.

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.