Certified Pharmacy Technician

Allmed Staffing•Chicago, IL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Community Pharmacy Technician supports daily pharmacy operations at the Chicago location under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist. The role assists with prescription processing, medication inventory, supply management, and general pharmacy functions, helping ensure accurate prescription fulfillment, efficient workflows, and compliance with applicable pharmacy regulations. The position requires retail pharmacy experience, strong customer service skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The selected candidate will work onsite with a team of three Pharmacy Technicians and one Staff Pharmacist. The team collaborates on pharmacy operations, inventory, prescription processing, and customer service. The position is a three-month contract-to-hire role, scheduled Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with a 30-minute lunch break from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM. Pay is $24 per hour, paid weekly.

Requirements

Active Illinois Pharmacy Technician registration.
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification.
More than six months of retail pharmacy experience.
Strong customer service and communication skills.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to follow established procedures and work under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist.
Basic computer skills and ability to maintain accurate pharmacy and inventory records.

Nice To Haves

Experience in specialty pharmacy or long-term care (LTC) pharmacy.
A motivated, dependable, and proactive approach to work.
Ability to work collaboratively with pharmacists, technicians, and clinic staff.
Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to accuracy and patient service.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service to patients, customers, and clinic staff.
Fill prescription orders and prepare them for verification by the registered pharmacist.
Order, receive, organize, and store pharmacy supplies and medications.
Receive and process medication orders from wholesalers.
Monitor medication stock levels and maintain accurate inventory records in the pharmacy computer system.
Assist the pharmacist with daily pharmacy operations and workflow management.
Help maintain compliance with applicable federal and Illinois state pharmacy laws and regulations.
Perform clerical and administrative duties related to pharmacy operations.
Communicate professionally with patients, pharmacy staff, and other healthcare personnel.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support the pharmacy team.