Pharmacy Technician PRN

Pharmacy Technician

The pharmacy technician assists the pharmacist in preparing and distributing drugs, maintaining the drug inventory, and maintaining records. Pharmacy technicians work only under the supervision of a registered pharmacist and do not perform duties that can only legally be performed by a registered pharmacist.

• Demonstrate a commitment to the philosophy of Hillsboro Health to continually improve our performance to those we serve.
• Procure and distribute drug orders by provider request, pharmacist request, or prearranged work assignment according to established policies, procedures, and protocols within specified timeframe.
• Maintain adequate stock of medications and supplies according to established policies, procedures, and protocols and within specified timeframe.
• Maintain patient profiles accurately by promptly entering new orders and changes from providers.
• Contribute to the effective operation of the department.
• Manage Pyxis Med Station.
• Participate in the quality improvement activities of the department.
• Participate in improvement activities that affect pharmacy inventory and cost.
• Maintain competency required for current job title/position.
• Prepare intravenous sterile preparations and chemotherapy once appropriately trained.
• Perform patient interviews face‑to‑face or by phone as needed to obtain an accurate medication history to aid the Admission Medication Reconciliation Process.
• Perform work accurately with attention to detail within specified times.
• Work cooperatively with hospital and pharmacy staff.
• Communicate effectively with providers, nurses, pharmacists, hospital personnel, and patients.
• Handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule.
• Set priorities and solve problems.
• Foster a team environment by providing orientation and training to new team members.
• Meet the pharmaceutical care needs of pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric, rehabilitation and skilled‑nursing patients.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Education:
  
  High School graduate or equivalent.
• Hospital and IV compounding experience preferred.
• Valid technician licensure through the State of Illinois.
• Certification from the Pharmacy Technician Board.
• Physical demands:
  Repetitive use of hands and fingers; medium lifting and carrying light loads up to 25 lbs; walking or standing for long periods (4‑8 hours); ability to operate equipment used in the job.
• Work environment:
  Well‑lighted, well‑ventilated, heated, air‑conditioned environment; low level noise.

Paid time off, 401(k) Plan, and Community Benefit Hours.

$22.00 - $27.00 per hour

• Entry level

• Part‑time

• Health Care Provider

• Hospitals and Health Care