Pharmacy Tech - Chicago, Illinois

A direct hire opportunity is available for a Pharmacy Technician to support multiple healthcare facilities across Southern Illinois. This field-based role requires travel throughout an assigned territory centered near Springfield, IL, serving as the key liaison between the pharmacy and various long-term care facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with facility leadership and staff to effectively communicate pharmacy needs and services.
• Act as the primary contact for assigned accounts, ensuring quality medication therapy and compliance.
• Provide guidance and support related to medication management, working closely with clinical services and pharmacy operations teams.
• Respond promptly to client inquiries and address concerns with professionalism.
• Identify opportunities to expand pharmacy services and introduce new products that meet client needs.
• Conduct training sessions and educational programs for facility staff on pharmacy systems and medication protocols.
• Perform monthly onsite visits and reporting to support continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Assist with survey preparation, medication cart and room inspections, and medication pass observations as requested.
• Coordinate audits that may require flexible scheduling, including some evening hours.

Qualifications:

• Illinois Pharmacy Technician license (required).
• PTCB certification (highly preferred).
• Experience in long-term care pharmacy settings preferred.
• Proficiency with pharmacy and medication distribution software such as EMAR, Medbank, and Frameworks preferred.
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to travel within the assigned territory; overnight stays may occasionally be necessary.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (40 hours/week).
• Minimal weekend work; audit times may vary.

This role offers mileage and lodging reimbursement for travel-related expenses. If you are a licensed Pharmacy Technician with a passion for improving patient care and enjoy a dynamic, travel-based role, this position provides an excellent opportunity to make an impact. Apply today to take the next step in your pharmacy technician career.

Compensation for this position ranges from $17.00 to $26.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.