Certified Pharmacy Technician - Caring for Patients

1200 MH-Memphis Hospitals; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support dispensing medications under pharmacist supervision. You will handle routine tasks, assist with inventory, and ensure accuracy in medication records in a busy hospital pharmacy.

The position emphasizes patient safety, regulatory compliance, and teamwork. Strong math skills, good communication, and proficiency with pharmacy software and MS Office are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Pharmacy technician certification required or preferred (PTCB/ExCPT) depending on state.
• Experience with pharmacy computer systems and MS Office recommended.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and health professionals.
• Careful mathematical skills for dosage calculations and records.

Responsibilities

• Fills medication orders under direct supervision of a pharmacist.
• Assists with inventory and stocking of medications in the pharmacy and patient care areas according to protocol.
• Provides routine information and responds to requests within scope of responsibility.
• Maintains records and files in accordance with pharmacy practice standards.
• Follows procedures for medication safety, regulatory compliance, quality standards, and policies.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Skills

Pharmacy operations

Mathematical calculations

Communication skills

Pharmacy terminology

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board

Pharmacy Technician - Tennessee Board of Pharmacy

Certified Pharmacy Technician- ExCPT - National Healthcareer Association

Pharmacy Technician - Mississippi Board of Pharmacy

Tools

Pharmacy computer systems

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support dispensing medications under pharmacist supervision. You will handle routine tasks, assist with inventory, and ensure accuracy in medication records in a busy hospital pharmacy.

The position emphasizes patient safety, regulatory compliance, and teamwork. Strong math skills, good communication, and proficiency with pharmacy software and MS Office are required.