What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician II, Floater, Ambulatory Pharmacy Services, College of Pharmacy position at University of Illinois Chicago?
Pharmacy Technician II, Floater, Ambulatory Pharmacy Services, College of Pharmacy
Pharmacy Technician II, Floater, Ambulatory Pharmacy Services, College of Pharmacy
Hiring Department : Ambulatory Pharmacy Services
Location : 7 Pharmacy locations on campus
Requisition ID : 1023092
Schedule : Monday through Friday with a range of hours from 8 : 00am to 6 : 00pm, some locations are open Saturdays from 9 : 00am to 3 : 00pm
Workplace Type : On-site
Salary Range : $27.07 - $27.61 / hourly rate
Posting Close Date : February 7, 2025
About the University of Illinois Chicago
Ambulatory Pharmacy Services, a unit of the Department of Pharmacy Practice in the UIC College of Pharmacy is seeking Pharmacy Technician II, Floater Technicians to provide coverage in our Ambulatory Pharmacies that service the patients, employees, and students of UIC and UI Health. We have 6 pharmacies located within walking distance to each other on the west campus and one pharmacy at University Village on Maxwell St., easily accessible by car or bus.
Highly dependable, adaptable, self-motivated and high performing pharmacy technicians who meet the minimum qualifications for Pharmacy Technician II are encouraged to apply. This is an opportunity for experienced technicians to learn varied skill sets in various locations. Most of our pharmacies are open Monday through Friday with a range of hours from 7 : 00 am to 6 : 00pm and Saturdays from 8 : 00 am to 3 : 00 pm. The schedule will be based on the operational needs of the pharmacies.
The University of Illinois Chicago offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition, all full-time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition, we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. All Pharmacy Technicians are Civil Service positions represented by the SEIU Technical, Local 73 union. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
Description :
The Pharmacy Technician II, Floater performs technical functions of drug distribution for Ambulatory Pharmacy Services under the direct supervision of licensed Clinical Pharmacists or Pharmacy Technician III and assists Pharmacists / Managers in the supervision of Pharmacy Technician I and Pharmacy Externs. This position will float to the Ambulatory Pharmacies to maintain adequate staffing levels as required.
Duties & Responsibilities :
Responsibilities of the Floater Pharmacy Technician II include, but are not limited to :
- Covering pharmacy technician shifts of planned and unplanned time off
- Traveling to any of the Ambulatory Pharmacies as required to assist with technician staffing
- Participating in pharmacy workflow and operations as assigned
- Maintain an organized and proactive approach when processing prescriptions by actively communicating issues to the Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technician IIIs or other staff as needed
- Prepare, compound, and label sterile and non-sterile preparations as necessary, including chemotherapeutic agents as assigned
- Willingness to learn and assist in other operations coverage as required
- Inventory management and restocking automated medication cabinets
- Assist with cash handling reconciliation
- Possess the knowledge and capability of navigating 3rd party insurance plans, submitting and processing prior authorizations, and documenting communications with clinical staff into the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system
- Assist with other related pharmacy technician duties as assigned
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) :
Minimum Qualifications Required :
1. Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the State of Illinois.
2. Any one of the following that equals six (6)months :
A. Successful completion of a formal training program in technical, non-professional pharmaceutical procedures and practices.
B. Work experience in technical, non-professional pharmaceutical procedures and practices.
3. One (1) year (12 months) of work experience as a pharmacy technician.
Preferred Qualifications :
To Apply : For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button , please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and / or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment / misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and / or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment / misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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