$20.5 - $27.5 per hour
the supervision by the pharmacist, assist in the practice of pharmacy, in accordance with state, federal, and company policy. Reviews... ...neat and orderly in condition and appearance Coaches pharmacy technicians and ca…
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Pharmacy Technician jobs in Chicago, IL
Pharmacy technicians prepare and label prescriptions, manage inventory, and process insurance claims under a pharmacist's supervision in retail and hospital pharmacies.
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$17–$30/hr
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follow-up letters (FUL) as outlined in SOPs and study Monitoring Plans Routinely reviews the Investigator Site File (ISF) and the Pharmacy Binder (if applicable) for accuracy, timeliness and completeness Reconciles the I…
$71.9k - $189k
To be eligible for this position, you must reside in the same country where the job is located. Perform monitoring and site management work to ensure that sites are conducting the study(ies) and reporting study data as r…
$20.25 per hour
perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about. Job Summary We are seeking an Animal Care Technician I for our Insourcing Solutions site in Chicago, IL In the Animal Care Technician…
Senior CRA / CRA II - United States - Home Based ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, a…
$25.67 - $35.93 per hour
workforce-led resource groups. From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine. Description The Pharmacy Technician III - Hazardous Compounding reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adhere…
01(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? The Pharmacy Technician Specialist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the orga…
GRX Holdings, LLC is a fast growing, family-oriented group of independent pharmacies looking for a Full Time, up to 40 hours per week, Pharmacy Technician to work at our Touhy Pharmacy in Chicago, IL. We are looking for…
$24.68 - $31.44 per hour
workforce-led resource groups. From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine. Description The Pharmacy Technician III - Hazardous Compounding reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adhere…
$18.05 - $21.5 per hour
Our pharmacy technician positions have undergone an exciting transformation, moving from a transaction-based environment to a much more patient-centric one. As a Walgreens Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacy Technician Appre…
$43k - $58k
years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications: --- Preferred Qualifications Education: Research technician training, Certificate strongly preferred. BA or BS in related scientific field. (Biology,…
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What pharmacy technicians earn in Chicago
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $17–$21 | $36k–$44k |
| Mid level | $20–$25 | $42k–$53k |
| Senior | $24–$30 | $50k–$63k |
Adjusted for the Chicago market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Prescription data entryInsurance claim processingInventory managementPharmacy calculationsSterile compounding (USP 797)Customer serviceAccuracy under time pressurePharmacy software
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
How do you make sure the right drug and dose go into every fill?
Describe your personal check sequence, scanning NDCs, and never bypassing barcode verification even when rushed. Accuracy is the whole interview.
A claim rejects at the register and the patient is frustrated. What do you do?
Show the practical steps: read the rejection code, check for prior authorization or refill-too-soon, and explain options calmly, including cash price or contacting the prescriber.
What experience do you have with controlled substance handling?
Mention perpetual inventory counts, witness requirements, and reporting discrepancies immediately. Precision and honesty matter here.
Describe a time the pharmacy fell behind. How did you help catch up?
Show workflow sense: triaging waiters versus later pickups, communicating wait times honestly, and keeping verification unrushed.
Are you certified, and are you willing to cross-train in compounding or the front register?
State your PTCB or state license status plainly, and show flexibility with an example of a task you picked up outside your original duties.
How do you handle a disagreement with a coworker during a busy shift?
Keep it brief and low-drama: address it after the rush, assume good intent, and involve the pharmacist only if patient safety is affected.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For pharmacy technicians specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List your PTCB (CPhT) or state license and registration number status first; most pharmacies cannot hire without it.
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Name your pharmacy software and workflow systems, such as PioneerRx, Rx30, or Epic Willow, and your scripts-per-day volume.
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Call out specialized training like sterile compounding (USP 797/800), chemo prep, or controlled substance vault experience.
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Show insurance fluency: rejections resolved, prior authorizations initiated, or third-party audits supported.
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Include reliability signals such as attendance record, shift flexibility, or years at one pharmacy; turnover is a real concern.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Pharmacy Clerk
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Pharmacy Technician
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Senior/Lead Technician
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Inventory Specialist
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Pharmacy Operations Supervisor
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