Pharmacy Technician

Full-Time |Days, Weekend Rotation

What You'll Do

As a Pharmacy Technician, you will support pharmacists in delivering safe, accurate, and efficient medication services throughout the health system. You will assist with medication preparation, inventory management, sterile compounding, automated dispensing systems, and retail pharmacy support while ensuring compliance with pharmacy regulations and best practices.

In this role, you will:

Medication Distribution & Pharmacy Operations

• Assist pharmacists with medication dispensing functions as authorized by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy.
• Receive and interpret medication orders for pharmacist review.
• Prepare, fill, and label medications according to physician orders and pharmacy procedures.
• Deliver medications, physician orders, and pharmacy supplies throughout the hospital as needed.
• Assist with stocking and replenishing Automated Medication Dispensing Systems (AMDS).
• Package bulk medications into unit-dose packaging utilizing pharmacy equipment.

Sterile Compounding & Medication Preparation

• Prepare sterile and non-sterile compounded medications under pharmacist supervision.
• Utilize proper aseptic technique when preparing parenteral admixtures, including hazardous and non-hazardous medications.
• Maintain and clean pharmacy cleanroom suites and compounding areas according to regulatory requirements.
• Ensure proper labeling, documentation, and record keeping for compounded medications.
• Successfully complete annual sterile compounding competency assessments, including media-fill testing.

Inventory Management

• Assist with monitoring medication inventory levels.
• Verify incoming medications against invoices and purchase orders.
• Stock and organize incoming pharmaceutical supplies.
• Communicate with wholesalers regarding shortages, recalls, back orders, and invoice discrepancies.
• Participate in medication storage inspections throughout the organization.
• Assist in identifying outdated, recalled, or improperly stored medications.

Technical & Administrative Support

• Demonstrate operational knowledge of pharmacy systems, including automated dispensing equipment and related software.
• Utilize pharmacy math skills, medical terminology knowledge, and medication preparation procedures.
• Provide support and backup coverage for Cass Health Retail Pharmacy services.
• Answer, screen, and route telephone calls professionally.
• Assist with special projects and departmental initiatives.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe pharmacy environment.
• Complete all required continuing education to maintain pharmacy technician certification.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Pharmacist-in-Charge.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a detail-oriented, customer-focused individual who is passionate about patient safety and pharmacy operations. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Required Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) within one year of hire
• Technician Product Verification (TPV) Certification within one year of eligibility
• Valid Driver's License

Preferred Education

• Associate Degree in Business, Healthcare, or a related field

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong computer skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to work effectively with pharmacists, providers, and healthcare staff
• Basic algebra and pharmacy math knowledge
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to patient safety and confidentiality

Preferred Experience

• Previous pharmacy technician experience
• Experience with sterile compounding
• Knowledge of automated dispensing systems
• Healthcare or pharmacy-related experience

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