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Pharmacy Technician - Galesburg, IL
Compensation: $20 - $22 hourly
Overview: Nexus HR is looking for a skilled and reliable Pharmacy Technician to support a retail pharmacy in Galesburg, IL. The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, dependable, and committed to helping patients receive timely and accurate pharmaceutical care.
About The Job
The role focuses on ensuring accurate and timely prescription processing while maintaining compliance with all pharmacy regulations. You will work closely with pharmacists, technicians, and patients to provide high-quality service and continuity of care. This is an excellent opportunity for someone detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and committed to patient-centered care in a collaborative pharmacy environment.
About The Pharmacy
The pharmacy is a comprehensive primary care provider based in Illinois, with two locations in Peoria and Galesburg. Our mission is to deliver exceptional care through a primary care model that is simple, convenient, accessible, and affordable for all.
To better support our patients and providers, we offer on-site pharmacy services designed to streamline care and improve patient outcomes. Our pharmacy team includes a registered pharmacist and full-service pharmacy services at our Peoria location, while our Galesburg site operates as a telepharmacy to ensure seamless access for patients in that region.
Our pharmacy staffs work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment where communication, flexibility, and mutual support are valued. While the ability to work independently is important, we foster a strong sense of connection across the team. The overall work environment is described as warm and family-like, where personal relationships and trust are part of the everyday culture.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Compensation: $20 - $22 hourly
Overview: Nexus HR is looking for a skilled and reliable Pharmacy Technician to support a retail pharmacy in Galesburg, IL. The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, dependable, and committed to helping patients receive timely and accurate pharmaceutical care.
About The Job
The role focuses on ensuring accurate and timely prescription processing while maintaining compliance with all pharmacy regulations. You will work closely with pharmacists, technicians, and patients to provide high-quality service and continuity of care. This is an excellent opportunity for someone detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and committed to patient-centered care in a collaborative pharmacy environment.
About The Pharmacy
The pharmacy is a comprehensive primary care provider based in Illinois, with two locations in Peoria and Galesburg. Our mission is to deliver exceptional care through a primary care model that is simple, convenient, accessible, and affordable for all.
To better support our patients and providers, we offer on-site pharmacy services designed to streamline care and improve patient outcomes. Our pharmacy team includes a registered pharmacist and full-service pharmacy services at our Peoria location, while our Galesburg site operates as a telepharmacy to ensure seamless access for patients in that region.
Our pharmacy staffs work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment where communication, flexibility, and mutual support are valued. While the ability to work independently is important, we foster a strong sense of connection across the team. The overall work environment is described as warm and family-like, where personal relationships and trust are part of the everyday culture.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Process new prescription orders using pharmacy systems.
- Verify patient details, including insurance information, dosage, and medication accuracy.
- Prepare and dispense medications, adhering to legal and safety guidelines.
- Ensure timely delivery and fulfillment of medications to meet clients' needs and maintain continuity of care.
- Answer patient inquiries via phone, video, or secure messaging systems.
- Provide medication counseling, including instructions for use, potential side effects, and interactions.
- Resolve patient issues related to prescriptions, billing, or insurance.
- Work closely with pharmacists and technicians to maintain workflow and timely prescription fulfillment.
- Participate in virtual team meetings for updates and process improvements.
- Assist with inventory management, including medication stock monitoring and restocking.
- Maintain accurate records following pharmacy laws and regulations (HIPAA, FDA, state regulations).
- Maintain accurate logs for prescriptions, patient interactions, and any required audits.
- Assist in maintaining the safety of medications and other pharmacy supplies, ensuring proper storage and handling.
- Operate telepharmacy software for processing prescriptions and managing data.
- Troubleshoot technical issues with telepharmacy systems, coordinating with IT as needed.
- At least 1 year of experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
- Active Pharmacy Technician license in Illinois (Required).
- Proficient in electronic prescription processing, pharmacy software, and medication dispensing.
- Strong mathematical skills for accurate medication calculations, measurements, and dosage conversions.
- Strong understanding of pharmacy regulations, HIPAA compliance, drug classifications, and prescription terminology.
- Excellent verbal, written, and virtual communication skills with a customer-focused approach.
- Strong multitasking, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
- Able to interpret prescriptions, calculate dosages and days supply, and identify generic drugs and Latin symbols.
- Reliable, accurate, professional, and able to meet production and quality standards in a team environment.
- Dental
- Medical
- Vision
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k)
- Structured Schedules
- Continuous Professional Development
Salary : $20 - $22