Pharmacy Specialist Technician I

Hospital Sisters Health System•Springfield, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist and in accordance with state and federal laws, the Pharmacy Specialist Technician I performs a variety of tasks according to policies and procedures. This intermediate-level role requires competence in the responsibilities outlined in the Pharmacy Technician Essential Job Functions and continued proficiency in pharmacy technician specialty-practice areas as determined by department requirements. The position is in the Pharmacy department at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, Illinois. It is a full-time, day-shift role scheduled for 40 hours per week. Pay ranges from $19.50 to $28.28 per hour; actual pay is based on relevant experience, skills, training, certifications, and education. HSHS describes a healthcare system serving communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, with 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, and more than 13,000 colleagues. Its stated focus is continually improving processes, procedures, and outcomes with advanced technologies and treatments, while keeping patients central to the organization.

Requirements

At least one year of pharmacy experience.
Must be licensed or registered as a Pharmacy Technician in the state of practice. In Illinois, work in license-pending status is permitted for up to 60 days; in Wisconsin, work in license-pending status is permitted until registration is approved.
Must achieve Certified Pharmacy Technician certification within 12 months of hire, or be enrolled in a Doctorate of Pharmacy program.
Illinois applicants must be at least 16 years old and attending or have graduated from high school, or have a GED equivalency.
Wisconsin applicants must be at least 18 years old and have graduated from high school or have a GED equivalency, or be enrolled in an approved youth apprenticeship program approved by the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of pharmacy technician tasks under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist and in accordance with state and federal laws and organizational policies and procedures.
Perform the responsibilities outlined in the Pharmacy Technician Essential Job Functions.
Maintain proficiency in specialty-practice areas as required by the department.

Benefits

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
Paid Time Off combining vacation, sick, and personal days.
Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
Educational assistance of up to $5,250 per calendar year and tuition discounts at select colleges, with no waiting period.
Adoption assistance of up to $7,500 for eligible adoption-related expenses.
Wellness program with incentives.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Flexible spending accounts.
Employee assistance program.
Identity theft coverage.
Colleague rewards and recognition program.
Discount program.