Pharmacy Technician

Responsibilities

• Identify and fill medications, surgical kits, medication carts, and emergency crash carts
• Prepare sterile compounds and IV admixtures, including hazardous medications, chemotherapy, and biologics
• Fill and label individual patient medications according to computer-generated profiles
• Package medications into unit-of-use forms and maintain preparation logs
• Deliver medications to nursing units and automated dispensing cabinets
• Maintain inventory of automated dispensing cabinets and rotate floor stock to reduce waste
• Assist in ordering, receiving, unpacking, and storing pharmaceuticals and supplies
• Perform unit inspections and emergency cart checks to control medications outside the department
• Appropriately handle controlled substances, including security, reconciliation, and waste accounting
• Enter patient charges and credit information into the computer system

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Pharmacy Technician License (IDFPR)
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification through PTCB or NHA

Preferred Qualifications

• One year or less of related work experience demonstrating familiarity with pharmacy routines and procedures

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with hourly rates ranging from $22.58 to $30.48
• Tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness programs
• 401(k) matching
• Comprehensive lifecycle benefits to support physical, emotional, and financial well-being

About the Company

Northwestern Medicine is a leader in the healthcare industry, driven by a patient-first approach. We pride ourselves on cultivating a positive workplace where every interaction makes a difference in the quest for better healthcare.