Position Highlights:

• Position: Med Rec Pharmacy Tech
• Location: Naperville, IL
• Full time
• Hours: Evening shift 2:00 PM to 10 PM with rotating weekends and Holidays

What you will need:

• Education: High School Required
• License: Current Illinois Pharmacy Technician License (required)
• Certification: Current Pharmacy Technician Certification preferred or must obtain CPhT (Certified Pharmacy Technician) within 90 days of hire
• Experience: 1 Year of pharmacy experience as a pharmacy technician

A Brief Overview:

Assists all healthcare professionals and patients, under the supervision of a pharmacist in the process of medication reconciliation during the admission process, discharge process and as required/requested, when there is a change in the patient's level of care. Works only under the supervision of a registered pharmacist.

What you will do:

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served. This includes knowledge of the physical and psychological needs of patients served and the ability to respond appropriately to those needs.
• Upon receiving notification, interviews patients and/or their family/caregivers as soon as possible after presenting to hospital. Obtains and records a current list of medications.
• Clarifies as many uncertainties and compiles as complete a medication history as possible utilizing patient and family/caregiver information, ambulatory pharmacy records, clinic records, long-term-care facility records and information from previous hospital encounters.
• Documents when the medication history is complete so that providers may reconcile for admission.
• Consults with a pharmacist in all cases of unresolved uncertainties related to a patient's medication and allergy history.
• Participates in the quality improvement activities of the department. Conducts quality monitors, collects data and completes documentation as assigned.
• Communicates with other members of the healthcare team any unresolved discrepancies, as deemed necessary.
• Participates in the quality improvement activities of the department. Conducts quality monitors, collects data and completes documentation as assigned.
• Maintains competency required for current job title/position.
• Attends staff meetings. Participates in orientation, education and training programs. Reviews literature and other materials as assigned.
• Completes all competency/skills assessment requirements.
• Participates in administering annual education and competency evaluation for staff technicians.
• Works daily as a member of the pharmacy team and provides courteous constructive feedback to the Director of Pharmacy or Pharmacy Supervision as deemed necessary to help improve the operations of the department.
• Demonstrates quality customer service in all aspects of the job. Actively seeks to improve relationships and ensure a positive outcome for customer.
• Participates in the orientation and training of new department staff.
• Performs the duties of a Registered Pharmacy Technician as necessary.

Benefits:

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options, including Domestic Partner Coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking at designated locations
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities