PHARMACY TECHNICIAN - CYCLE (LTC) at Forum Extended Care Services

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Apr, 26

Salary

21.0

Posted On

08 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Pharmacy Technician, Medication Preparation, Inventory Management, Quality Improvement, Communication Skills, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Computerized Packaging Technology

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Job Details Job Location: Northern IL Pharmacy - Chicago, IL 60646 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: LPhT/CPhT Salary Range: $17.00 - $21.00 Hourly Travel Percentage: Negligible Job Shift: 1st Shift Job Category: Pharmacy Technician If you believe in enjoying your workdays, having balance in your life, being rewarded for strong performance, and getting opportunities to learn and grow, we'd love to talk to you about joining our family. We offer competitive compensation that includes: Generous paid time off (PTO) program plus paid time for catastrophic illness Paid life insurance Medical, dental, and vision benefits Excellent 401(k) program with company match Tuition reimbursement program Discounted Forum-wear Discounted prescription & OTC purchase program For more than 50 years, we've served those who cannot care for themselves, and the heroes who care for them. Join us in helping long-term care facilities improve resident care by making medications easier. Were a diverse, yet close-knit, team of hard workers committed to using technology and Lean Six Sigma to improve quality, eliminate unnecessary work, and support an employee-driven culture. Join one of the Best Places to Work in Illinois while making a real difference in peoples lives. Apply here or check us out: Life @ Forum at www.forumpharmacy.com, or on Facebook, Linked In, or Glassdoor. Qualifications What you'll do as a Pharmacy Cycle Fill Technician Accurately retrieve, count, measure, prepare, package, and label medications and non-sterile compounds. Operate and properly maintain computerized packaging technology and/or use manual dispensing equipment and processes to accurately prepare cycle medications for residents of long-term care facilities. Comply with all applicable government regulations, standards of practice, company policies, procedures, and patient protocols. Assist in maintaining and managing inventory and supplies as they relate to work stations. Assist in resolving facility/patient problems under emergency conditions. Take part in quality improvement programs to meet company and accreditation standards. What we need Current unencumbered license in the state of practice: Certified Pharmacy Technician (certification not required for Illinois Pharmacy Technicians licensed before 2008). Experience in long-term care or hospital pharmacy preferred; 1 - 2 years' pharmacy experience required. Excellent math, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills required. Strong attention to detail. Every other weekend and 3 holidays per year required.

Responsibilities

As a Pharmacy Cycle Fill Technician, you will accurately prepare and package medications for residents of long-term care facilities. You will also assist in inventory management and comply with all applicable regulations and standards.