Medication History Specialist (Pharmacy Technician)

About the role

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth in Glendale Heights, Illinois, is hiring a full-time Pharmacy Tech Medication History Advocate. The Medication History Specialist completes accurate medication histories aligned with best practices, supports the pharmacist-led medication reconciliation process, and triages medication history workload across multiple campuses or units. The role also trains staff in standardized history collection practices and tools.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain proficiency in all pharmacy technician functions and provide coverage in core or advanced practice areas when needed.
• Serve as subject matter expert in a designated specialty area such as medication history, ADC systems, cleanroom/compounding, diversion prevention, informatics or investigational drugs, resolving complex issues and developing protocols.
• Provide real-time feedback, coordinate continuity and standardization of the specialty program, and act as a liaison between technicians, clinical teams and pharmacy leadership.
• Develop and deliver training for pharmacy and clinical staff, support onboarding and competency validation, and contribute to audits, quality improvement and strategic planning.
• Manage daily operations and lead projects within the specialty, using data and reporting tools to monitor performance.
• Support ADC systems, cleanroom/compounding, diversion prevention, informatics and investigational drug management as described in the role.

Required profile

• High school graduate or equivalent; associate's degree, technical/vocational school or pharmacy technician training program preferred.
• 3+ years of contemporary hospital pharmacy experience, including noted experience in targeted specialty pharmacy practice.
• Ability to read, write and speak conversational English.
• Willingness to work Monday to Friday, 12pm-8:30pm, day-shift weekends.

Required skills

• Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in hospital computer systems and automation; basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Medical terminology and ability to keep accurate records.
• Ability to resolve discrepancies and operational issues within the specialty.
• Basic project management skills.

What we offer

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance from day one.
• Paid time off from day one and 4 weeks of 100% paid parental leave.
• 403(b) retirement plan and career development resources.
• Pet benefits.