Pharmacy specialist

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.

Rotating Shift (United States of America)

Location

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

Job Description

General Summary:

Prepares parenteral injections, antineoplastics, IV admixtures, cytotoxic agents and parenteral nutrition solutions at least 70% of the scheduled shifts. Selects and prepares oral, rectal and topical medications. Fills, exchanges and credits unit-dose carts and processes new medication orders.

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.
• Performs the measurements and completes the mathematical calculations necessary for preparing parenteral products.
• Following established guidelines prepares parenteral antineoplastic medications. Works at least 1 week per quarter in the Hematology satellite. Utilizes an electronic formulator, prepares parenteral nutrition solutions.
• Cleans hoods and calibrates pumps according to established procedures.
• Stocks additive room 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.
• Maintains physical appearance of the IV additive room.
• Trains technicians on aseptic techniques.
• Participates in peer evaluation and evaluation of other pharmacy employees.
• Performs other tasks as necessary to provide delivery of pharmacy services, including processing of new medication orders, filling, exchanging, and crediting carts and selecting and preparing oral, rectal and topical medications.
• 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, co-workers and others.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Completion of two years of college with at least one general mathematics course preferred.
• Licensure or eligibility for 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.
• Must successfully complete and maintain in‑house annual aseptic technique and cytotoxic agent handling and parenteral nutrition solution preparation certification.
• One year of hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• 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.
• Proficiency in aseptic technique, cytotoxic agent handling and parenteral nutrition solution preparation. Must have good interpersonal and communication skills to function within the team concept and to interact with tact and courtesy with all hospital employees and customers.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Must be able to follow instructions accurately and be capable of following well organized work routines.
• Must have good manual dexterity. Must be able to differentiate colors. Must be able to lift at least 15 pounds.
  
  

Education

High School Diploma/GED (Required)

Pay Range

$24.00-$39.24 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

Benefits

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.

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