Pharmacy Technician IV Specialist - Overnight

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

General Summary:    

Under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, selects and prepares medications, fills, exchanges and credits unit‑dose carts and processes drug orders.  Answers and screens phones calls. Prepares cytotoxic agents when necessary. 

Prepares intravenous injections and admixtures after the successful completion of Lurie Children’s Pharmacy’s cleanroom training program and under the supervision of a chemotherapy-trained pharmacist, prepares antineoplastic (chemotherapy) agents after successful completion of Lurie Children’s Pharmacy chemotherapy training program.

Prepares parenteral injections, hazardous agents and IV admixtures at least 50% of the scheduled shifts or successfully completes cleanroom and chemotherapy competencies every six months. 

Actively supports the hospital's and department's continuous quality improvement and customer service goals individually and as an effective team member.

Essential Job Functions:

• Prepares parenteral medications and large volume parenteral, as labels demand following strict aseptic technique in the manipulation of ampules, vials, syringes, bottles and bags.
• Following established guidelines prepares parenteral antineoplastic medications. Works at least one week per 6 months in the Hematology satellite and completes chemotherapy-competency program every six months.   
• Performs the measurements and completes the mathematical calculations necessary for preparing parenteral products.
• Cleans hoods and calibrates pumps according to established procedures and complies with necessary quality assurance procedures.
• Stock IV cleanroom and notes low stock items on requisition sheet. Notifies purchasing agent of unusual drug usages.
• Inspects stock of assigned areas monthly to ensure that medications are stored properly and are in date.
• Assists with the work activities and training of pharmacy technicians and students on aseptic technique and chemotherapy drug preparation.
• Takes on and maintains responsibility for special projects after discussing with the Pharmacy Technician Lead and the Pharmacy Manager responsible for the area.
• Provides in-services and/or continuing education (C.E.) programs to other pharmacy technicians. 
• Maintains physical appearance of the cleanroom.
• Participates in peer evaluation and evaluation of other pharmacy employees.
• Adheres to all hospital, departmental and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Performs other tasks as necessary to provide delivery of pharmacy services, including processing of new medication orders, filling, exchanges and crediting carts and selecting and preparing non-intravenous medications.
• Fills automated dispensing machines in patient care areas to maintain adequate supplies.   Fills pharmacy code trays, seizure kits, and other stock items as necessary for both inpatient and outpatient areas. 
• Triages telephone calls and electronic pharmacy information system messages.  Effectively communicates messages to co-workers.
• Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, coworkers and others.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• High school diploma required or GED equivalent required.  Completion of two years of college with at least one general mathematics course preferred.
• One year of hospital or home infusion pharmacy experience required and a minimum of six months of Lurie Children’s cleanroom experience, and three months of chemotherapy experience with leadership assessment of competency.
• Maintains certification from the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or is currently enrolled in an accredited Doctor of Pharmacy program.
• Licensure as Registered Pharmacy Technician in the State of Illinois.  Certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).
• Pharmacy students currently enrolled in pharmacy school (PharmD program) are excluded from certification requirements.
• Work requires good aseptic technique and strong mathematical skills to perform calculations, make dilutions and maintain records. Must have data entry skills or ability to learn computer data entry.
• Must have good interpersonal and communication skills to function within the team concept and interact with tact and courtesy with all hospital employees and customers.
• Must be able to follow instructions accurately and be capable of following well organized work routine.
• Must successfully complete an annual validation of aseptic techniques and cytotoxic agent handling, including handling of multiple-dispensed sterile bulk products.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Must have computer data entry skills or ability to learn computer data entry

Physical Demands:

• Must have good manual dexterity.
• Must be able to differentiate colors.
• Must be able to lift at least 10 pounds.

Education

High School Diploma/GED (Required)

Pay Range

$26.25-$42.92 Hourly

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability

• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage

• Tuition assistance

• Student loan servicing and support

• Adoption benefits

• Backup Childcare and Eldercare

• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members

• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities

• Discount purchasing program

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.  

 

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org