Northwestern Memorial Healthcare·Wheaton, Illinois
The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for preparing sterile compounds, IV admixtures, and filling medications for patients. They also manage inventory for automated dispensing cabinets and ensure the secure handling of controlled substances.
Company DescriptionAt Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace.
This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry.
As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system.
At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees.
Ready to join our quest for better?Job DescriptionThe Pharmacy Tech reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.Rotating shifts, part time, 4 hour shifts Monday-Friday including weekend coverage.
This would be 5-8 shift per pay period.
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Identifies and fills medications, surgical kits, medication carts, emergency crash carts, requisitions, and specialty items.Prepares Sterile compounds and IV admixtures for injection and infusion including hazardous medications, chemotherapy, and biologicsFills and labels individual patient medications according to a computer-generated medication profile.Packages medications into a unit-of-use form, labeling all medications and supplies with the required information; maintains a log of each preparation.Delivers medications to nursing units to automated dispensing cabinets and retrieves discontinued medicationsMaintains appropriate inventory of automated dispensing cabinets; rotates all floor stock and inventory to reduce outdated medications.Assists in ordering, receiving, unpacking, and storing pharmaceuticals and supplies in appropriate locations.Replaces returned medications to appropriate locations, rotating the inventory and checking for expired medications.Controls and checks medications outside of the department by performing unit inspections and emergency cart checks.Appropriately handles controlled substances, including maintaining security, reconciling controlled substance dispenses and accounting for transactions of expired, waste and return.Enter patient charges and credit information into the computer.Maintains logs, records, and other required documentation.QualificationsRequiredHigh School Diploma or equivalentPharmacy Technician License (IDFPR)Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification through PTCB or NHA required for all licensed after 2008 (within 6 months of hire or sooner if required by IL pharmacy practice act) PreferredOne year or less of related work experience, demonstrating familiarity with routines and procedures customary to the position. Additional InformationNorthwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.Background CheckNorthwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. BenefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus.
New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.
Job Shift: Rotating
Minimum : $22.58
Maximum: $31.61 Compensation: USD 22.58 - USD 30.48 - hourly
Candidates must have a high school diploma and a Pharmacy Technician License from IDFPR. CPhT certification through PTCB or NHA is required for those licensed after 2008.
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.
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