Certified Pharmacy Tech, Full Time, Days

ScionHealth; Logan (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Logan Regional Medical Center seeks a Certified Pharmacy Technician to support the pharmacy department by preparing and dispensing medications, managing inventory, and guiding less experienced technicians. This role operates under pharmacist supervision and may involve duties with controlled substances, billing, and precepting new staff.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent (associate degree preferred), LPT registration, and PTCB/NHA certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associates degree preferred.
• Licenses required or to be obtained per state law (pharmacy technician).
• Experience of 3–5 years in a pharmacy technician role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Refills and maintains automated dispensing systems.
• Prepares and fills medication orders under pharmacist supervision.
• Supports billing, charges and inventory records.
• Prepackages and labels medications accurately.
• Oversees restocking and compliance for pharmaceuticals.
• Assist in training and competency assessments of junior staff.
• Participates in quality assurance and process improvements.
• Responds to regulatory documentation requirements.

Skills

Pharmacy operations

Medication safety

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Precepting

Pharmacy software

Hazardous medications handling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree in healthcare field (Preferred)

Tools

Pharmacy software systems

Job description

Step into a meaningful role at Logan Regional Medical Center, a 132-bed facility located in southern West Virginia. Logan Regional is an award-winning, full-service community hospital with a history of innovation, from its one-of-a-kind Rural General Surgery residency program to its collaboration with Marshall Health Network to bring more opportunities for specialty care to the area. Logan Regional has earned the prestigious "A" grade from The Leapfrog Group, inclusion in Becker's listing of Great Community Hospitals, Forbes Inaugural Top Hospitals list, and Best-in-State hospital status from Newsweek/Statista. Consider growing your career at Logan Regional, which offers an ideal combination of high standards of care in a small, caring community.

Job Summary

The Certified Pharmacy Technician supports the efficient operation of the pharmacy department by preparing and dispensing medications, managing inventory, and providing guidance to less experienced technicians. This role functions under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist and may include responsibilities for controlled substances, billing, and precepting new staff.

Essential Functions

• Refills and maintains automated dispensing systems.
• Prepares and fills medication orders, including controlled substances, under pharmacist supervision.
• Supports medication billing, charges, and inventory records.
• Prepares prepackaged and bulk medications with correct labeling.
• Oversees restocking and maintenance of pharmaceuticals in compliance with standards.
• Assists in training and competency assessments of new or junior technicians.
• Participates in quality assurance and process improvement activities.
• Responds to inventory and regulatory documentation requirements.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Strong knowledge of pharmacy operations, medication safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Effective communication and precepting skills.
• Competency in pharmacy technology and software systems.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in handling hazardous medications and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. AND Associate's Degree in related healthcare field (Preferred)

Licenses/Certifications

• LPT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech Registration or licensure as a Pharmacy Technician with the applicable State Board of Pharmacy required, where mandated by state law. Upon Hire (required)
• PHAR-C - Certified Pharmacy Tech National pharmacy technician certification from an accredited certifying body (PTCB or NHA) Upon Hire (required)

Experience

• 3-5 years experience as a pharmacy technician (preferred)