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PharMerica

Lead Pharmacy Technician

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What they do

A Pharmacy Technician works under the direction of a pharmacist to dispense prescription medications. Serves customers and helps to fill prescriptions. Works in a retail pharmacy or healthcare facility.

$39,053 / year median in Illinois

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Our Company PharMerica Overview Join our PharMerica team! PharMerica is a closed-door pharmacy where you can focus on fulfilling the pharmaceutical needs of our long-term care and senior living clients. We offer a non-retail pharmacy environment. Our organization is in high growth mode , which means advancement opportunities for individuals who are looking for career progression!
Schedule:
Monday- Friday 3p-1130p Every other
Weekend Requirements:
IL Pharmacy Technician License We offer: DailyPay Flexible schedules Competitive pay Shift differential Health, dental, vision and life insurance benefits Company paid STD and LTD Tuition Assistance Employee Discount Program 401k Paid-time off Tuition reimbursement Non-retail/Closed-door environment Our Pharmacy group focuses on providing exceptional customer service and meeting the pharmacy needs for hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals, long-term acute care hospitals, and other specialized care centers nationwide. If your passion is service excellence and top-quality care come join our team and apply today! Responsibilities
  • Participates in orientation, training, competency assessment, and evaluation of Pharmacy Technicians.
  • Monitors work flow and reassigns Pharmacy Technicians as needed.
  • Prepares Pharmacy Technician schedules to meet the needs of the pharmacy.
  • Fills prescription items, as permitted by the State Board of Pharmacy, packaging medications for dispensing and for delivery, meeting the accuracy and productivity standards of the pharmacy.
  • Prepares medications including emulsions, liquids, powders and ointments, which may include non-sterile compounding.
  • May perform the following:o Works in the Controlled Drugs (Narcotics) Room.
o Works with automated machines to prepack drugs. o Manages inventory functions such as monitoring pharmaceutical levels and identify expired medications, managing to the pharmacy standard for Days on Hand. o Inputs patient data and medication orders into a computer system to produce labels (data entry). o Mixes/packages IV medications, sanitizes IV room, equipment and hood.o Services facility-based medication dispensing machines (e.g., RxNow).
  • Communicates with internal and external customers in a pleasant and professional manner.
  • Ensure technician adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Performs other tasks as assigned.
  • Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, its policies and procedures, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards.
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Each essential function is required, although reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Qualifications Education/Learning Experience
    Required:
    HS diploma or equivalentWork Experience
      Required:
      Experience in an LTC pharmacy setting
        Desired:
        Prior supervisory experienceSkills/Knowledge
          Required:
          Basic understanding of drugs, medication terminology, and metric system; ability to operate a computer.
            Desired:
            Workflow management skills; scheduling skills; performance management About our Line of Business PharMerica, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, delivers personalized pharmacy care through dedicated local teams, serving health care providers such as skilled nursing facilities, senior living communities, and hospitals. We also cater to individuals with behavioral needs, infusion therapy needs, seniors receiving in-home care, and patients with cancer. Operating long-term care, home infusion, and specialty pharmacies across the nation, we combine the personal touch of a neighborhood pharmacy with the resources of a national network. Our comprehensive solutions, backed by industry-leading technology and regulatory expertise, ensure accurate medication access, cost control, and compliance with best-in-class clinical standards. We are committed to enhancing resident health, reducing staff burdens, and supporting our clients' success. For more information, visit www.pharmerica.com. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Salary Range USD $21.00 - $24.00 / Hour