Staging Technician

Staging TechnicianPolaris Pharmacy Services of Illinois, LLC - Des Plaines, IL 60018Salary Range $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly Category PharmaceuticalOverviewAt Polaris Pharmacy Services, we're more than a pharmacy we're a dedicated partner in care, transforming how patients experience long-term, post-acute, correctional, PACE, and specialty pharmacy services. As industry leaders, we're raising the bar for quality and coordination across all sites of care, ensuring every patient receives seamless, compassionate, and expert support.Founded in 2015, Polaris is proud to be locally and independently owned, with a growing national footprint. Our team thrives in a mission-driven environment where innovation meets purpose, and every role contributes to making a real impact. We offer more than just a job we provide competitive pay, robust benefits, and genuine opportunities for career advancement.If you're passionate about shaping the future of pharmacy and making a difference in the lives of those who need it most, we invite you to grow with us.Job Summary:The Staging Technician is responsible for preparing the finished prescriptions as well as other light warehouse duties.Duties/Responsibilities:Ensure all medication orders are scanned to tote in dispensing system and staged correctly for each delivery routeMonitor workflow and ensure consistent product movement from pharmacy to delivery dispensing systemEnsure all medication orders are neatly sorted and packed within delivery totesPreparation of refrigerated product going out for delivery to ensure product stabilityPrepare and stage delivery manifests and ancillary paperwork to correct delivery totesAccuracy review of delivery totes and medications to ensure completeness prior to sealing totes for handing to delivery personnelPrepare for next delivery route by setting up empty delivery totes and new delivery barcode labels appliedPreparation of STAT deliveries for timely departure with interaction with delivery personnelSorting returned signed delivery manifests and scanning into document imaging systemAssist in preparation of emergency drug kit deliveries including tracking and expiration monitoringAbility to perform tasks under pressure and within a deadline driven environmentFlexible work schedule including nights, weekends, and holidaysOther duties as assigned; job duties may vary depending on business needsQualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Required Skills/Abilities:Able to read, write, speak and understand EnglishAble to work at a moderate speedAble to work during inclement weatherGood organization/Attention to detailAnalytical/Problem solverDecision making skillsAbility to physically perform light lifting.Must be able to work various shifts and days.Education and/or Experience:High School diploma or equivalent requiredPhysical Demands:May sit or stand seven (7) to ten (10) hours per dayThe employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, bend, walkMay be necessary to work extended hours as neededMay lift and/or move up to 30 poundsThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this roleHoliday & PTO Policy:Paid holidays are provided annually, with 6 days offered each year, along with 5 sick days.Employees earn up to 10 PTO days each year, with rollover options and milestone bonuses.Employees have the option to cash out up to 10 PTO hours each quarter for added financial flexibility.Benefits for full-time employees:Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance401 (k) (available for Part Time & Full Time EEs)Short-term and Long-term disability insuranceTuition reimbursementPersonal Time Off (PTO)Career growth potentialAnnual on-site voluntary Flu VaccinesEmployee referral bonus program