Pharmacy Technician I

Advocate Aurora Health

. Assist licensed pharmacist in technical duties related to preparation and distribution of medications .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeCornelius • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $22 - $33 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in medication preparation, distribution, and compounding, adhering to USP standards and regulatory compliance. Capable of effective communication and collaboration within a pharmacy setting while supporting patient care and quality improvement initiatives.

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Medication PreparationCompounding ExperienceCPhT CertificationInventory ControlAseptic Technique

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Hard Skills

Medication DistributionNonsterile CompoundingSterile IV AdmixturePharmacy-System Data EntryInsurance VerificationLabel GenerationCashieringQuality Improvement InitiativesPatient CareThird-Party Billing

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationOrganizational SkillsCritical ThinkingProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Pharmacy EquipmentMobile Cart

Certifications & Qualifications

CPhT CertificationImmunization Certification

Industry Keywords

Pharmacy TechnicianControlled SubstancesUSP StandardsRegulatory ComplianceHospital Pharmacy Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist licensed pharmacist in technical duties related to preparation and distribution of medications
Select, prepare, and label medications for patients, including hazardous drugs and controlled substances
Assist with medication distribution tasks
Screen phone calls and route as needed using proper telephone and voicemail etiquette
Assist in daily pharmacy procurement, inventory control, and outdate checking
Complete documentation for removing, stocking, and wasting controlled substances, where applicable
Perform nonsterile compounding following proper USP standards, where applicable
Perform sterile IV admixture using proper aseptic technique, where applicable
Inspect assigned medication storage areas for adherence to storage policies
Complete and document medication admission histories, as applicable
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, where applicable
Assist in training pharmacy technicians and extenders, where applicable
Abide by organization policies and comply with legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards
Support area leaders regarding goals and work assignments
Obtain and record patient demographic information; perform pharmacy-system data entry, insurance verification, label generation, and cashiering
Develop competence in third-party billing functions
Provide age-appropriate patient care
May obtain immunization certification and perform immunizations under supervision of a registered pharmacist, where applicable
Operate an Advocate Health-owned motor vehicle to deliver medications and essential medical supplies
Operate all equipment necessary to perform the job

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Registration or licensure with state board of pharmacy per state of employment requirements
Must receive certification through Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (CPhT) or National Healthcareer Association (ExCPT) within 18 months from start date, or sooner if in more stringent in state
No work experience required
Prefer candidates with hospital pharmacy experience, compounding experience and CPhT certification
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proven skills in working effectively with multiple departments and matrix organizational structures
Strong ability to influence and develop others to move toward common goals and outcomes
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively with moderate guidance or direction
Effective critical thinking, creativity, problem solving, and decision-making skills
Expert knowledge of metrics utilized to measure revenue cycle quality and processes
Ability to lead a diverse group of teams
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, bend, kneel, climb, twist, crawl and reach above shoulders
Requires considerable walking, standing, pushing mobile cart of approximately 50 pounds and lifting 35 pounds of material
Must have functional vision, touch and hearing
Must be able to speak and be understood by others to communicate effectively
Flexibility to travel between pharmacy locations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits Eligible: Yes
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program