Retail Outpatient Pharmacy Technician - Des Plaines, IL

A pharmacy technician role is available in an outpatient pharmacy setting, working Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. This position offers a contract-to-hire opportunity with the flexibility to grow into a permanent role within the organization. The successful candidate will play a key role in processing medication orders, accurately packaging, and dispensing medications while supporting pharmacists in various clinical and operational duties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process medication orders and prescriptions with precision in an outpatient pharmacy environment.
• Package and dispense pre-manufactured dosage forms accurately.
• Operate pharmacy computer systems, specifically Pioneer RX, for medication storage, preparation, and dispensing.
• Follow policies for medication cart fill, unit dose distribution, controlled substances reconciliation, and purchasing of pharmaceuticals.
• Assist pharmacists in patient, physician, and nursing education.
• Support pharmacists in retrieving and providing drug information.
• Collect patient-specific data to assist with pharmacotherapy design, monitoring, and adjustments including screening for IV to oral conversion, renal dosing, allergies, and non-formulary prescribing.
• Obtain and interpret clinical pharmacokinetic data such as creatinine clearance to support effective medication regimens.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1-year pharmacy technician experience.
• Experience in a hospital outpatient pharmacy setting.
• Familiarity with pharmacy insurance claims processes.
• Valid Illinois pharmacy technician license.

Location & Schedule:

• Des Plaines, IL
• Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

This role is perfect for a detail-oriented pharmacy technician who thrives in a hospital outpatient pharmacy environment and desires a pathway from contract to permanent employment. If you meet the qualifications and are looking to contribute to a collaborative healthcare team, apply today to advance 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.