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Retail Pharmacy Technician - As Needed

Advocate Health · Kenosha, WI

Posted Sep 7, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you had to juggle several tasks at once with people waiting on you. How did you decide what to do first.

ability to prioritize under pressure in a fast retail pharmacy environment with limited hours

Tell me about a time you had to give someone information you weren't sure they wanted to hear, like a delay or an insurance denial.

communication skill and honesty under mildly uncomfortable interpersonal moments

This schedule is only 8 to 12 hours a week and hours vary based on availability. How does that fit with what else you have going on, like school?

realistic fit with the part-time, variable schedule and reliability

Tell me about a time you noticed something was stored or labeled incorrectly and what you did about it.

attentiveness to detail and comfort speaking up about compliance issues

Have you ever had to explain something technical, like how to use a medication, to someone who was confused or anxious? How did that go.

ability to communicate clearly with patients who may not have medical background

Technical

What steps would you take if you noticed a controlled substance count didn't match what's in the log.

knowledge of controlled substance documentation and willingness to flag discrepancies immediately

Can you describe the difference between how you'd handle a hazardous medication versus a standard tablet when preparing it for a patient.

basic safety awareness around hazardous drug handling and PPE use

Have you worked with a pharmacy system for data entry or label generation before, or with any point-of-sale system? Tell me what that looked like.

comfort with technology and willingness to learn a new system if inexperienced

Are you currently certified as a pharmacy technician, or working toward CPhT or ExCPT certification? Where are you in that process.

clarity on certification timeline and whether the candidate understands the 18-month requirement

Situational

Walk me through what you'd do if a prescription comes through and you're not sure whether the dosage looks right for the patient's age.

whether the candidate knows to escalate to the pharmacist rather than guess or move forward on their own

A customer at the counter is frustrated because their insurance rejected a claim and the line behind them is growing. What do you say and do first.

customer service composure and basic understanding of third-party billing issues

If you finished your assigned tasks early during a shift, what would you do next.

initiative and understanding that the role expects proactive behavior, not just clocking through duties

If a coworker asked you to skip a step in the wasting or documentation process because things were busy, how would you respond.

integrity around regulatory compliance even under peer or time pressure

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 38590 API Kenosha: Store 1150 - Retail Pharmacy Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hou rs Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Perfect for a student! Schedule to be determined based on candidate availability. 8-12 hours/week. Pharmacy is open M-F: 7:30AM-10PM Sat/Sun: 8-4 Pay Range: $21.85 - $32.80 Major Responsibilities   • ​​Assists licensed pharmacist in technical duties related to preparation and distribution of medications   • Accurately selects, prepares, and labels medications for patients including hazardous drugs and controlled substances    • Assists with medication distribution tasks    • Screens phone calls and routes as needed using proper telephone and voicemail etiquette   • Assists in daily pharmacy procurement, inventory control, and outdate checking    • Complete documentation required for removing, stocking, and wasting controlled substances, where applicable  • Perform nonsterile compounding following proper USP standards, where applicable  • Perform sterile IV admixture, as defined at the entity level, using proper aseptic technique, where applicable     • Inspects all assigned medication storage areas for adherence to storage policies    • Completes and documents medication admission histories, as applicable at the facility level   • Seeks additional duties when required work is done and accepts other duties as assigned  • May participate in quality improvement initiatives to assure the excellence of departmental services    • May assist in training pharmacy technicians and extenders in orientation to the policies, procedures, and workflows involved in pharmacy operations as applicable at entity level   • Abides by all organization policies and procedures and complies with all legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards  • Supports area leaders regarding goals and work assignments    • Obtaining and recording initial patient demographic and other required information, data entry of required information into the pharmacy system for record keeping, insurance verification and label generation purposes, and cashiering  • Develop competence in third-party billing functions   • Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.  • May obtain immunization certification and perform immunizations for patients under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, where applicable   • Responsible for operating an Advocate Health-owned motor vehicle to deliver medications and other essential medical supplies as required by the designated department  Minimum Job Requirements  Education • High School Diploma or GED equivalent   Certification / Registration / License  • Registration or licensure with state board of pharmacy per state of employment requirements   • M ust receive certification through Pharmacy Technician Certification Board ( CPhT ) or National  Healthcareer  Association ( ExCPT )   w ithin  18 months  from start date , or  sooner if in  more stringent in state   Experience • No work experience required  Knowledge / Skills / Abilities • 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.   Physical Requirements and Working Conditions • 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   • May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease for which appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is utilized to minimize exposure   • Frequent fine motor motion of hands and wrists to perform manipulative skills such as writing, typing, data entry into the computer, and preparation of medications, including use of syringes  • Takes necessary precautions to avoid inadvertent needle sticks, minor cuts or bruises. Exposed to various conditions throughout the workday such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs and changes in temperature and humidity.  • Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job  • Flexibility to travel between pharmacy locations  • This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of physical requirements and working conditions.  This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • 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 Benefits and more • 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 Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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