Pharmacy Automation & Compliance Technician

La Rabida Children's Hospital • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

SUMMARY : The Automation and Compliance pharmacy technician is responsible for supporting medication safety, regulatory compliance, and operational integrity across the pharmacy department. This role oversees controlled substance management, automated dispensing systems, supply chain compliance, and regulatory tracking, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and organizational standards. This role supports regulatory compliance activities and audit preparation; ultimate regulatory authority remains with pharmacy leadership.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s degree preferred)
• Active Illinois Pharmacy Technician registration (or eligible)
• Minimum 3–5 years of hospital pharmacy experience preferred
• Demonstrated experience with automated dispensing cabinets
• Experience with controlled substance management and reconciliation
• Proficiency with pharmacy information systems and EMRs
• Strong computer and documentation skills

Nice To Haves

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)
• Experience with DSCSA compliance programs
• Experience managing recalls and returns (Inmar)
• Knowledge of procurement and supply chain processes
• Familiarity with Meditech, Cerner, EPIC or similar EMR systems
• Experience supporting regulatory surveys and audits

Responsibilities

• Monitor, investigate, and resolve controlled substance discrepancies, ensuring compliance with DEA and institutional policies
• Perform routine narcotic reconciliations and support diversion prevention audits and documentation
• Manage daily operations of automated dispensing cabinets, including user access, security controls, medication stocking, and discrepancy resolution
• Provide staff training, troubleshooting, and support for workflow optimization within automated dispensing systems
• Oversee Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) compliance, including transaction verification, tracing, and vendor coordination
• Manage medication recalls, expired drug returns, and documentation processes through vendors such as Inmar
• Support procurement and inventory functions by monitoring shortages, purchasing trends, and cost-containment initiatives
• Participate in regulatory inspections, internal audits, medication safety initiatives, and performance improvement projects
• Provide operational backup support and assist with departmental initiatives and other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED