Pharmacy Technician III

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Pharmacy Technician III Job Description The Pharmacy Technician III supports pharmacists by entering, processing, and managing drug therapy orders and handling prescription-related activities. This role includes maintaining patient records, collaborating with team leads, and serving as a subject matter expert in pharmacy operations. Responsibilities Assist pharmacists with pharmacy practices according to federal, state, and local regulations, including interpreting prescription orders and notifying physicians of incomplete information. Manage product replacement orders, obtain missing prescription information, and schedule medication deliveries. Support patient treatment compliance by updating medication records and triaging calls to nursing or pharmacists as needed. Utilize internal and web tools to communicate with health insurance payors and providers to verify prescription coverage. Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance pharmacy operations efficiency. Interact professionally with internal and external teams to ensure accurate service provision. Collaborate with personnel to determine objectives and support changing business priorities. Maintain Illinois Certified Pharmacy Technician licensure and continuing education requirements. Essential Skills Pharmacy Technician Certification and Licensure Strong attention to detail and multitasking abilities Experience in retail pharmacy and data entry Minimum of 2-5 years in Specialty Pharmacy, Retail/Mail Order Pharmacy, or PBM settings Strong core insurance knowledge and familiarity with online verification systems Excellent written and oral communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in pharmacy environment Ability to handle 30-40 calls per day with efficient call management Flexibility to work between 7am and 7pm Ability to work collaboratively across functions Work Environment This role offers a dynamic work environment within a supportive and collaborative team structure. Employees are encouraged to volunteer for additional tasks, learn new skills, and contribute to a team-oriented culture. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of North Chicago, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in North Chicago,IL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 31, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.