Pharmacy Technician: On-Site Lurie Children's: (Schaumburg, IL)

Pharmacy TechnicianWelcome to Clearway Health - a recognized Great Place to Work® and destination organization! We are an award-winning culture where talented people are respected, informed, engaged, empowered, developed – and where they want to grow and make a difference. We offer a wide range of benefits, perks and wellness programs in addition to continuous learning opportunities to help you grow. At Clearway Health, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are an essential part of our business and workplace culture. Clearway Health emerged as a solution from Boston Medical Center to improve access to care, provide personal support and manage the complex specialty medication needs of vulnerable patients and their families. We partner with hospitals, health systems and the communities they care for to accelerate their specialty pharmacy programs.POSITION SUMMARY: As a pivotal team member, you will have the ability to dive into exciting tasks like preparing and distributing pharmaceuticals, including simple compound preparations. You will assist with inventory control and compliance audits, ensuring our pharmacy runs smoothly. You will provide exceptional customer service and maintain important pharmacy records, working directly with our Manager and Pharmacist, ensuring we deliver top-notch, patient-focused specialty pharmacy services. What sets you apart is your self-motivation, strong work ethic, and your commitment to creating a healthy work environment. You are an integral part of our mission, both for our client and Clearway Health, to make a real difference in the lives of our patients.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:You excel in providing the highest level of customer service, whether it is answering calls or warmly greeting patients in person.You are an asset when it comes to assisting with medication preparation, ensuring everything is all right.Preparing the product for use, which includes packaging, repacking, compounding, bar-coding, or any other necessary manipulation.Ensure medication preparation is carried out in strict compliance with laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and our client's policies and procedures. This includes participating in a double-check system for all preparations.Responsible for delivering the product to patient care areas while upholding its integrity, security, and confidentiality.Maintain proficiency and are comfortable with various technology such as automated dispensing machines (i.e.: Parat Amax, TCG, etc.), robotics, barcoding systems (e.g., Verify), computer applications, and other pharmacy and general technology solutions.Your role requires strict adherence to all federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations, and compliance with all accreditation standards.Stay updated on all policies and procedures of the department and the organization, ensuring strict adherence.Help with inventory control, encompassing receiving, stocking, and replenishment of stock.Receive various products, such as those from wholesalers and direct shipments, and stock them according to legal storage requirements and the client's policy.Diligently checking all products to ensure they are within their use-by date and suitable for use, following processes developed by department leadership.Actively monitor and replenish the stock of medications and supplies, while also communicating ordering needs to Pharmacists and purchasers in accordance with departmental procedures.Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe working area, as required, ensuring that the pharmacy remains compliant with all relevant regulations.Play an active role in developing performance or quality improvement initiatives, actively participating in idea creation and the initiation and execution of projects.Your commitment to ongoing performance and quality improvement initiatives is evident through your active participation and cooperation in executing ideas.EDUCATION:High School diploma or G.E.D. required, higher level education preferred.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:Active and unrestricted Pharmacy Technician license with the Board of Pharmacy in the respective state of application is required. (IL)Active National Certification verified by PTCB or ExCPT is preferred.EXPERIENCE:1+ years of pharmacy-related experience requiredKNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:Effective interpersonal skills to interact appropriately with patients, families/visitors, colleagues, and others.Ability to speak the English language, read, interpret, and follow complicated verbal and written instruction with precision, accuracy, and dependability. Additional language skills (beyond that of English) appropriate to the patient population served is helpful.Ability to multi-task, prioritize essential tasks and meet deadlines.Ability to perform work accurately and pay attention to detail, including being able to perform general mathematical functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, ratios & proportions).Computer proficiency inclusive of the ability to access, enter, and interpret computerized data/information.Must maintain the required level of competency to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS (ON-CALL, TRAVEL, SHIFT, COVERAGE): Clearway Health Specialty Pharmacies, serving patients in hospitals, health systems, and communities, may require employees at client sites to work on company-recognized holidays, with eligibility for holiday pay.This information is being provided to promote pay transparency and equal employment opportunities at Clearway Health. The current hourly range for this position is $25.00/hour - $27.00/hour. The actual rate within this range that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors.