Pharmacy Technician IV Specialist

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago9 months ago
Chicago, IL, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Overview:

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is seeking a Pharmacy Technician IV Specialist to join our team of dedicated professionals. As the largest pediatric provider in the region, we offer a unique opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility with the latest medical technology and innovative care delivery models.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepares parenteral injections, antineoplastics, IV admixtures, cytotoxic agents, and parenteral nutrition solutions at least 70% of scheduled shifts.
  • Selects and prepares oral, rectal, and topical medications.
  • Fills, exchanges, and credits unit-dose carts and processes new medication orders.
  • Performs job functions adhering to service principles with a customer service focus of innovation, service excellence, and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to patients, families, coworkers, and others.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Registered Pharmacy Technician in the State of Illinois.
  • Certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
  • One year of hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
  • Must successfully complete and maintain in-house annual aseptic technique and cytotoxic agent handling and parenteral nutrition solution preparation certification.
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English.
  • Must be able to follow instructions accurately and be capable of following well-organized work routines.

Benefits:

  • Competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity.
  • Comprehensive rewards package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, employer-paid group term life and disability, and more.
  • Generous benefits package, including paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, 403(b) with a 5% employer match, and various voluntary benefits.

Required Skills

IV admixtures preparation
Cytotoxic agents handling
Teamwork
Aseptic technique
Unit-dose cart management
Parenteral nutrition solutions preparation
Customer service