Hiring Department : Hospital Pharmacy Services Location : The University of Illinois Hospital&Health Sciences System, Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID : 1012313 Schedule : Monday - Friday, 8-hour shifts from 5:30 am - 6:00 pm (possible Saturday shifts in the future), on-site, no flex schedule. Posting Close Date : December 9, 2024 Position Number : CE1920, CE2022, CE2023 About the University of Illinois Hospital&Health Sciences System (UI Health) The University of Illinois Hospital&Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a 495-bed tertiary care hospital, 22 outpatient clinics, and 13 Mile Square Health Center facilities, which are Federally Qualified Health Centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. Hybrid and flexible work schedules are available. UI Health offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition, all full-time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability&AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes Vacation, Holiday, and Sick. In addition, we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Description: The University of Illinois Hospital&Health Sciences System’s Hospital Pharmacy Services is seeking a full-time, motivated professional for the position of Pharmacy Technician II. Under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician II will perform technical job functions and responsibilities which optimize safe and efficient medication preparation and delivery. UI Hospital Pharmacy is a fast-paced and dynamic environment which relies on the teamwork of its staff to provide the highest levels of patient care and service. Successful candidates will possess a “can do” positive attitude. The selected candidate will also have excellent problem-solving skills, understand the importance of reliability and punctuality within a team environment, multi-task well in a fast-paced setting while paying attention to details, appreciate working in a culturally diverse environment, and possess above-average computer and technology literacy skills. Performance of advanced pharmacy technical functions, record keeping, and training for UI Hospital Pharmacy Services under the direct supervision of a licensed Pharmacist. Duties&Responsibilities: Preparation of medication orders for unit dose and intravenous admixture Process medication reorders Distribution of medication Assists with the training of Pharmacy Technician Intern/Trainees, Pharmacy Technician I’s, and Pharmacy Externs Preparation of intravenous admixtures and other sterile products using aseptic techniques Compound and reconstitute drug products Demonstrate safe and effective handling of hazardous medication in preparation techniques and disposal Replenishing and maintaining the automated dispensing cabinet systems (Omnicell) Transportation of medications to patient care areas Assisting in the organization, and monitoring of pharmaceuticals and supplies Assisting with inventory control Maintaining a clean work environment, and fully participating in quality improvement initiatives Minimum Qualifications Required: Current registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the State of Illinois. Any one of the following that equals six (6) months: Successful completion of a formal training program in technical, non-professional pharmaceutical procedures and practices. Work experience in technical, non-professional pharmaceutical procedures and practices. One (1) year (12 months) of work experience as a pharmacy technician. Demonstrate experience with sterile compounding. Preferred Qualifications: One year experience working in a hospital pharmacy cleanroom. To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties&responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification, and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts, and diplomas within the application. Please include pharmaceutical certification/license information in the application. 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. J-18808-Ljbffr