Pharmacy Technician I (IL)

Lumicera Health Services is defining the “new norm” in specialty pharmacy to optimize patient well-being through our core principles of transparency and stewardship. Our team members work in an environment that celebrates creativity and fosters diversity.

About the role

Under direction from the Pharmacist-in-Charge and other pharmacists in the Specialty Pharmacy, the Pharmacy Technician I is primarily responsible for assisting the pharmacist in obtaining all the necessary information for dispensing and adjudicating a medication correctly. The main objective is to answer phone calls and contact doctors and patients via fax, phone, or other communication means. The Pharmacy Technician I is also responsible for accurately translating prescription information into the pharmacy dispensing software and may assist with selecting medication, attaching prescription labels, and packaging dispensed medication for final pharmacist verification.

Responsibilities

• Answer inbound calls from patients, prescribers, and other healthcare professionals
• Contact doctors to obtain necessary prescription information to properly fill a prescription
• Manage queues and prioritize oldest orders first
• Ensure correct shipment of specialty pharmacy orders
• Maintain adequate inventory of pharmaceuticals, including ordering, receipt, verification, and stocking of supplies
• Act in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws and ethical standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent) preferred
• National CPhT and/or state registration/licensure required per residing state’s requirements
• Minimum two years of pharmacy support experience or healthcare environment experience preferred
• Ability to consistently interact cooperatively and respectfully with other employees
• Participate in, adhere to, and support compliance program objectives

Benefits

• Top industry benefits for Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 20 days paid time off
• 4 weeks paid parental leave
• 9 paid holidays
• 401K company match of up to 5% (no vesting requirement)
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Educational Assistance Plan and Professional Membership assistance
• Referral Bonus Program – up to $750

Pay

USD $20.19 - USD $23.75 per year

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Location: Peoria, IL 61615