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Pharmacy Technician

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Aurora, ILFull-time$18.18–26.34/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$18.18–26.34/hr
Location
Aurora, IL
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

PTCB Certification Or Within 6 Months, requiredState Pharmacy Technician License/Registration, required

Job overview

The Pharmacy Technician assists the pharmacist, under supervision, with daily pharmacy operations. In retail areas, the technician helps prepare and distribute medications, process prescriptions, manage inventory, and provide customer service. The posting describes this as an entry-level position and notes that it can serve as a stepping stone to more advanced pharmacy technician roles.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Medication Preparation, nice to haveMedication Distribution, nice to havePrescription Processing, nice to haveInventory Management, nice to haveCustomer Service, nice to have

Qualifications

PTCB Certification or Within 6 Months, requiredState Pharmacy Technician License/Registration, requiredHigh School Diploma or Equivalent, requiredPharmacy Technician Experience, nice to haveASHP-Accredited Training Program, nice to have340B Program Experience, nice to have

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Overview

Department: Pharmacy

Schedule:Full-Time, Days & Evenings

Facility: Mercy Medical Center

Location: 1325 N Highland, Aurora, Illinois 60506

Compensation Range:$18.18 to $26.34

Why Join Mercy Medical Center?

  • Join an award-winning community hospital that is part of the nationally recognized Prime Healthcare network, providing employees with the stability and resources of a large health system

  • Access comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off, designed to support employees at every stage of their careers.

  • Take advantage of tuition reimbursement programs, continuing education opportunities, and specialized training through the PrimE-Academy professional development platform.

Interview Process:

  • Fast, streamlined interview process — no long waits or multiple rounds

  • One interview with quick decision‑making

  • Flexible interview scheduling to fit your availability

  • Apply, interview, and receive an offer quickly!

Responsibilities

Assists the Pharmacist, under his or her supervision, in the daily operation of the Pharmacy.

For Retail areas, the Pharmacy Technician is responsible for assisting pharmacists in the preparation and distribution of medications. The role involves handling day-to-day tasks such as processing prescriptions, managing inventory, and providing customer service. This entry-level position serves as a stepping stone to more advanced pharmacy technician roles.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

  1. Previous pharmacy technician experience preferred2. Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required or obtained within 6 months of hire date (this requirement may be waived for current pharmacy students enrolled in an accredited School of Pharmacy)3. State Pharmacy Technician License/Registration required (if required by state regulations)4. High school diploma or equivalent5. Graduate of ASHP-accredited or equivalent pharmacy technician training program preferred6. 340B program experience preferred (if at a 340B facility)

Pay Transparency

Mercy Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $18.18 to $26.34. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here:https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_screen\_reader\_10\_20.pdf

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FacilityMercy Medical Center

LocationUS-IL-Aurora

ID2026-290187

CategoryClinical Tech

Position TypeFull Time

ShiftVariable

Job TypeNon-Exempt

How this job compares

Set against the 13,429 open Pharmacy Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 13, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$18.18–26.34/hr
  • Illinois median$17–27/hr600 hourly ranges
  • US median$18–28/hr10,757 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $22.26/hr, is close to the Illinois median midpoint ($22/hr) — in the middle half of Pharmacy Technician hourly ranges in Illinois.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 621 open Pharmacy Technician jobs in Illinois and 13,429 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Illinois
Experience
Pharmacy Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median (2,653 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 4,539 of the 13,429 open Pharmacy Technician jobs (34%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

Pay, requirements and demand for Pharmacy Technician jobs

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 13, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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