What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Technician position at Dicks Pharmacy?
About Us
Dicks Pharmacy is a locally owned, independent pharmacy serving Arthur and the surrounding central Illinois communities, part of the Reed Pharmacies family. We've built our reputation on knowing our patients by name, going the extra mile with services like free delivery, Med Sync, immunizations, and medication packaging, and treating both our patients and our team like family. This is small-town pharmacy the way it's meant to be — no drive-thru chaos, no corporate scorecards, just good patient care.
The Role
We're looking for a full-time Certified Pharmacy Technician to support our pharmacist and front-of-store team. You'll assist with filling and processing prescriptions, manage inventory, handle insurance and third-party billing, greet and check out patients, and help keep the pharmacy running smoothly day to day.
Responsibilities
- Greet customers and answer questions
- Receive prescriptions and check their validity
- Process prescriptions electronically and ensure all information is complete and accurate
- Resolve issues when they arise (e.g. rejected insurance claims)
- Select the appropriate medicine and measure dosages to fill prescriptions
- Sort, stock, label medication and monitor inventory
- Undertake administrative tasks (e.g.record-keeping) as assigned
- Comply with all security measures and quality standards
Skills
- Experience is a plus, but not required. On site job training is available.
- Ability to work as part of a team in a fast paced environment.
- Willingness to learn and grow professionally as needed.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Outstanding organizational skills
- Reliable with a keen eye for detail
- Certified Pharmacy technician is an asset
Store Hours
- Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- 11 holidays per year — one of the most generous holiday schedules in independent retail pharmacy, so you actually get your holidays off
- No Sunday hours, ever
Requirements
- Current Illinois Pharmacy Technician certification (CPhT) in good standing
- Prior pharmacy experience preferred but not required for the right candidate
- Strong attention to detail, comfort with computers/insurance processing, and a genuine passion for patient care in a community setting
- Reliable, friendly, and able to multitask in a fast-paced but personal environment
Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24.0 – 38.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $23