Certified Pharmacy Tech — Med Prep, IVs & Mentorship

MercyOne Medical Group; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Central Iowa Medical Center in Des Moines, IA is hiring a Certified Pharmacy Tech to provide technical support in pharmaceutical care. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering medications, stocking drugs, and assisting licensed pharmacists under supervision.

Requirements include PTCB certification and Iowa Board registration. The role offers varied 8-hour shifts, with holidays and Sundays closed, and opportunities for growth within MercyOne Health System.

Qualifications

• Prepares medication orders and delivers medications.
• Assists in inventory stocking and auditing.
• Mentors new staff and supports pharmacist workflows.

Responsibilities

• Prepares medication orders.
• Delivers medications and IV admixtures to patient rooms and units.
• Restocks automated dispensing machines and carts.
• Assists pharmacists with audits and inspections.
• Restocks stock and communicates ordering needs.
• Labels and compounds extemporaneous products per procedure.
• Prepares IV admixtures (e.g., TPNs, chemotherapy IVs) following policies.
• Provides training and mentoring to new employees and assists in directing workflow.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PTCB nationally certified technicians

National Pharmacy Technician Certification and Iowa Board registration

Mandatory Reporter training completion

Job description

MercyOne Central Iowa Medical Center in Des Moines, IA is hiring a Certified Pharmacy Tech to provide technical support in pharmaceutical care. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering medications, stocking drugs, and assisting licensed pharmacists under supervision.

Requirements include PTCB certification and Iowa Board registration. The role offers varied 8-hour shifts, with holidays and Sundays closed, and opportunities for growth within MercyOne Health System.