Certified Pharmacy Tech II — Precision Med Prep & Patient Care

Community Health Systems; Vicksburg (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems seeks a Pharmacy Technician II - Certified to join its hospital pharmacy team. The role focuses on safe medication preparation, dispensing, and accurate record-keeping in a fast-paced clinical setting.

You will collaborate with pharmacists, support inventory management, and assist in patient-facing medication inquiries while adhering to regulatory standards and safety protocols. This position requires certification and a strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Licenses/Certifications required: LPT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech in state of employment; PHAR-C - Certified Pharmacy Tech; BCLS - Basic Life Support.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical terminology, compounding, and medication preparation.
• Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Assists pharmacists in preparing, compounding, labeling, and dispensing medications according to hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
• Prepares sterile and non-sterile compounded medications using aseptic techniques and USP guidelines.
• Manages inventory, monitors stock levels, orders supplies, and conducts regular audits to prevent shortages or overstock.
• Maintains accurate dispensing, inventory transactions, and controlled substances records per regulatory standards.
• Participates in quality assurance activities, including storage checks and compliance reviews to ensure patient safety and proper operations.
• Provides customer service to patients, nurses, and staff about medication availability and services.
• Operates and maintains pharmacy equipment, including automated dispensing systems, and troubleshoots issues as needed.
• Supports pharmacists in medication reviews and medication history reconciliation as required.
• Follows safety protocols and infection control guidelines to maintain a clean, secure pharmacy environment.

Job description

Community Health Systems seeks a Pharmacy Technician II - Certified to join its hospital pharmacy team. The role focuses on safe medication preparation, dispensing, and accurate record-keeping in a fast-paced clinical setting.

You will collaborate with pharmacists, support inventory management, and assist in patient-facing medication inquiries while adhering to regulatory standards and safety protocols. This position requires certification and a strong attention to detail.