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Pharmacy Fill Technician
Job in
Des Plaines, Cook County, Illinois, 60019, USA
Listed on 2026-09-25
Listing for:
POLARIS PHARMACY SERVICES OF ILLINOIS LLC
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-25
Job specializations:
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Healthcare
Pharmacy Technician
Job Description & How to Apply Below
WHO WE AREAt Polaris Pharmacy Services, we’re more than a pharmacy — we’re a dedicated partner in care, transforming how patients experience long-term, post-acute, correctional, PACE, and specialty pharmacy services. As industry leaders, we’re raising the bar for quality and coordination across all sites of care, ensuring every patient receives seamless, compassionate, and expert support.
Founded in 2015, Polaris is proud to be locally and independently owned, with a growing national footprint. Our team thrives in a mission-driven environment where innovation meets purpose, and every role contributes to making a real impact. We offer more than just a job — we provide competitive pay, robust benefits, and genuine opportunities for career advancement.
If you're passionate about shaping the future of pharmacy and making a difference in the lives of those who need it most, we invite you to grow with us.
Job Summary:
The Pharmacy Fill Technician accurately prepares prescriptions, including the careful picking, labeling, scanning, and final preparation of prescriptions for the pharmacist's verification. Additionally, they assist in maintaining a well-organized workspace and ensure compliance with regulations.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Pull/pick medications from shelving and other medication storage areas (pre-pack racks)
Accuracy check of final preparation before presenting to the pharmacist
Fill daily drug orders accurately and efficiently and in a timely and prioritized manner, under the supervision of a pharmacist
Assist in processing returned drugs and recycle/dispose per procedure
Assist in pre-packing frequently ordered medications; label and stock as needed during low-volume times
Package materials and products manually
Follow all applicable government regulations, including HIPAAMaintain clean/organized workstation areas and replenish all stock supplies needed each shift
Alert the pharmacist on duty of any medication/product that is not scanning properly
Comply with departmental policies regarding safety, attendance, and dress code Overtime, holidays, and weekends may be required and/or expected
Other duties as assigned;
Job duties may vary depending on business needs QUALIFICATIONS/
COMPETENCIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge of brand name/generic medications
Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Able to work at a moderate speed.
Able to work during inclement weather.
Reliable Detail-focused with analytical problem-solving skills
Able to physically perform light lifting.
Must be able to work various shifts and day EDUCATION and/or
EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma or equivalent required
Pharmacy technician licenses/certifications required by state regulations and state of practice.
Previous pharmacy experience preferred (one or more years of long-term care experience preferred)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that should be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
May sit or stand seven (7) to ten (10) hours per dayThe employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, bend, walk
May be necessary to work extended hours as needed
May lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this role HOLIDAY & PTO POLICY Paid holidays are…
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