Rush Specialty Hospital·Chicago, Illinois
The pharmacy technician will manage daily pharmacy operations, including preparing and delivering medications under the supervision of a pharmacist. They are also responsible for maintaining drug inventory, managing narcotics records, and ensuring accurate billing for patient medications.
You will complete a variety of pharmacy tasks and services, including being responsible for the daily operations of the pharmacy within the established policies and guidelines. You will work under the direction of a licensed pharmacist, and you are able to work independently. You will not provide direct care to patients. Picking up drug orders at the nursing station(s) and preparing medications under the supervision of the pharmacist on shift. Delivering the appropriate quantities of the medication to the correct patient area(s). Assisting with accurate billing and crediting of patient medications. Maintaining drugs in the pharmacy in accordance with the Drug Formulary, to include ordering, receiving, storing and filling out all necessary paperwork. Monitoring doses administered according to the Medication Administration Record on the narcotics sign-out record. Maintaining all forms and reports necessary for the control of narcotics and other controlled substances.
Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
Current Pharmacy Technician Certification preferred unless required by the State. Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
The position requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent. A current Pharmacy Technician Certification is preferred.
Market context
In Illinois, pharmacy technician openings are often driven by steady demand in hospitals, retail pharmacies, and health systems, with employers prioritizing candidates who already hold the required state license and CPhT certification. These roles can be competitive because the credentialing is specific and the work supports medication safety and workflow reliability. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit, then verify your Illinois licensure and PTCB status before applying.
