Supply Chain Pharmacy Technician

OSF HealthCare • Peoria, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under close supervision, the Supply Chain Pharmacy Technician I will assist with picking pharmaceutical orders for OSF HealthCare hospitals and clinics. This includes demonstrating proficiency utilizing Epic Willow inventory to identify orders to be picked and consolidated, at the accurate time, sent via the correct route (truck, courier, or 3PL), under the appropriate temperature range according to manufacturer guidelines following cold chain policies and procedures. Maintains records related to drug distribution. Follows signs on medications and specific national drug codes and understands and picks items according to their covered entity status. Has a general knowledge of health system 340B covered entity status. Appropriately rotates stock, completes cleaning assignments, and demonstrates competency with acute and ambulatory medications. Although duties may vary by assigned area or shift, the following accurately describes the essential job functions.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/ GED
• 1 year of hospital pharmacy or drug distribution experience as a pharmacy technician
• Pharmacy Technician License in Illinois
• Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) validated by PTCB OR National Healthcare (ExCPT) OR Pharmacy Technician License in Illinois registered and active prior to January 1, 2008
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in packaging, labeling, storage, and record keeping requirements.
• Ability to perform and apply arithmetic calculations and Integrated Distribution Center policies and procedures.
• Ability to type at acceptable levels of speed and accuracy.
• Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when picking or checking drugs for distribution.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills with demonstrated ability to work well with others.
• Excellent computer skills and the ability to process detailed information in an accurate manner.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year prior experience with pharmacy automation, including inventory management systems.
• 1 year prior experience with 340B split billing software systems.
• 1 year prior experience with hazardous and non-hazardous drug handling.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot various problems as they arise.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using pharmacy automation equipment and related software.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assist with picking pharmaceutical orders for OSF HealthCare hospitals and clinics.
• Demonstrate proficiency utilizing Epic Willow inventory to identify orders to be picked and consolidated.
• Ensure orders are sent via the correct route (truck, courier, or 3PL) at the accurate time.
• Maintain appropriate temperature range according to manufacturer guidelines following cold chain policies and procedures.
• Maintain records related to drug distribution.
• Follow signs on medications and specific national drug codes.
• Pick items according to their covered entity status.
• Rotate stock appropriately.
• Complete cleaning assignments.
• Demonstrate competency with acute and ambulatory medications.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package
• Benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings
• Focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career

What This Job Offers

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