Pharmacy Technician II (Floater) - Pharmacy Practice, Retzky College of Pharmacy

Pharmacy Technician II (Floater) - Pharmacy Practice, Retzky College of Pharmacy

Hiring Department : Pharmacy Practice

Location : Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID : 1041389

FTE: 1

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, Occasional Saturday, 7:00AM - 6:00PM

Shift: Days

# of Positions: 1

Workplace Type: On-Site


Posting Close Date : June 14, 2026

Salary: $27.54 - 29.80/ hourly

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The Pharmacy Technician II, Floater, performs technical functions of drug distribution for Ambulatory Pharmacy Services under the direct supervision of licensed Clinical Pharmacists or Pharmacy Technician III and assists Pharmacists/Managers in the supervision of Pharmacy Technician I and Pharmacy Externs. This position will float to the Ambulatory Pharmacies to maintain adequate staffing levels as required. The locations include: Mile Square Pharmacy, Oncology Pharmacy, Outpatient Care Center Pharmacy, Specialty Care Building Pharmacy, University Village Pharmacy, and Wood Street Mail Order Pharmacy.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Personnel

• Assist the Pharmacy Technician III in the daily functions of pharmacy operations as needed.
• Identify staffing and operational needs of pharmacy on a daily basis and communicate to the Pharmacy Technician III or
• Pharmacist on duty or Assistant Director.
• Assist in training other Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy Externs as needed.
• Provide feedback to the Assistant Director, Pharmacy Manager, or Technician III for performance evaluation of
• Technicians and Pharmacy Externs if assigned.

Operations

• Maintain an organized drug distribution section of the pharmacy to maintain an efficient workflow system.
• Maintain an organized and proactive approach when processing prescriptions by actively communicating issues to the Pharmacist as needed.
• Work competently in various areas of pharmacy operation as needed.
• Assist the Pharmacist in any assigned program or area after completing training, as needed.
• Assess the needs and priorities of various work areas of the pharmacy throughout the day, and communicate them with Pharmacy Technician III, as needed.
• Assist in ordering and maintenance of inventory.
• Prepare, compound and label sterile and non-sterile preparations as necessary, including chemotherapeutic agents if applicable.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Technician III and Pharmacists.
• Fully participate in and support quality improvement initiatives and comply with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Possess the knowledge and capability of navigating 3rd party insurance plans.

Communications

• Interact with Technicians, Pharmacists, Externs and Residents to maintain continuous and efficient workflow.
• Meet with Pharmacy Technician III, if applicable, and the Pharmacy Manager on a regular basis to identify and implement policies and procedures relevant to the operation of pharmacy.
• Demonstrate good communication skills as they relate to customer service in a clinical setting.
• Attendance and participation are required for scheduled meetings and in-services.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

1. Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the State of Illinois.
2. Any one of the following that equals six (6)months:
   1. Successful completion of a formal training program in technical, non-professional pharmaceutical procedures and practices.
   OR
   2. Work experience in technical, non-professional pharmaceutical procedures and practices.
3. One (1) year (12 months) of work experience as a pharmacy technician.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PTCB Pharmacy Certification or graduation from a Pharmacy Certification Program
• Two or more years of recent, continuous experience as a pharmacy technician in a retail or ambulatory setting
• Experience working in a fast-paced pharmacy environment with demonstrated reliability and consistency
• Non-sterile and sterile compounding experience
• Bilingual English/Spanish

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button , please fully complete all sections of the onlineapplication including adding your full work history with specific details ofyour duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully completethe education, licensure, certification and language sections. Youmay upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts anddiplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.