Pharmacy Technician I (Clinic Distribution)

Department:38525 Enterprise Pharmacy - Centralized Pharmacy Service Center: MidwestStatus:Full timeBenefits Eligible:YesHours Per Week:40Schedule Details/Additional Information:Monday-Friday 5:30am-2pm (no weekends, no holidays); pharmacy distribution/medication repackaging facilityPay Range$21.85 - $32.80Major Responsibilities:Develops competence in dispensing and delivery of medications. This includes developing competence in the department's use of information systems, technology, and automation used for dispensing and storage of medications.Develops competence in preparing non-sterile products following USP, state, and federal recommendations, as required.Develops competence in entering medication orders in the computer system and/or processing medication requests via the computer system.Develops competence in managing phone calls from customers and team members such as nurses, physicians or patients. This includes accurately understanding and interpreting the issue, timely resolution, or timely hand-off to another team member as appropriate.Develops competence in pharmacy procedures and documentation as required, satisfying legal, regulatory, and department requirements of pharmacy practice.Complies with legal, regulatory, accreditation standards. This includes (but is not limited to) controlled substance procedures, USP procedures and DNV requirements. Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:Licensure (IL only): State of Wisconsin (registration):Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Student; Certification (CPhT) issued by PTCB or ExCPT within two years of hire, or sooner if required by law. Must sit for the certification exam at least one time within the first year of employment.Patient facing teammates may be required to have two certifications: Immunization and non-vaccine injectable to be granted from the state of WI or if from out of state, the program is approved by the accreditation council for pharmacy education (ACPE) or by the WI pharmacy examining board.Education Required:High School Graduate. Experience Required:No experience required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:Good mathematics skills.Attention to details.Good communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.Basic computer skills. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:Operates all equipment necessary to perform the jobFrequent fine motor motion of hands and wrists to operate keyboard and manipulate syringesLifts, carries, and/or pushes/pulls various items (bags, boxes, carts, etc.) while utilizing proper techniqueWill be frequently required to lift to 35 lbs., lift and carry up to 35 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance, push/pull with 30 lbs. of forceMust be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, bend, kneel, climb, twist, crawl and reach above shouldersMust have functional speech, vision, touch, and hearingMay be exposed to chemical hazards This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You:Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:CompensationBase compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or trainingPremium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's jobIncentive pay for select positionsOpportunity for annual increases based on performanceBenefits and morePaid Time Off programsHealth and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expensesFamily benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leaveDefined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programsEducational Assistance ProgramAbout Advocate Health