Health Technician (Medication Technician)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Tucson (AZ)

On-site

USD 54,000 - 68,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System in Tucson, AZ is hiring a Medication Technician to dispense and supervise medications for inmates in the Health Services Unit and other designated areas. The role requires precise medication administration, accurate documentation, and adherence to safety standards within a federal correctional facility.

The incumbent will support pharmacists, enter physician orders into a pharmacy system, help prepare medications for review, and assist with inventory and

Qualifications

Transcripts must be uploaded and linked from USAJOBS for education verification.
Foreign education must be recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Academic degrees must be from accredited institutions.

Responsibilities

Administers medications to inmates including Oral, Topical, Nebulized, MDI, and Insulin.
Records adverse medication reactions with accurate patient, medication, dose, time, and route.
Assists Pharmacist with orders entry, medication prep, and inventory management.
Maintains security responsibilities consistent with correctional environment.

Education

Transcripts verification

Foreign education recognition

Accredited education requirement

Job description

Hiring Agency: Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

Key Responsibilities

Serves as a Medication Technician in a Federal Bureau of Prisons Institution. Responsible for the administration and distribution of medication to inmates in various locations, including the Health Services Unit, Special Housing Units, or other designated areas within the institution.

Administers medications to include but not limited to Oral, Topical, Nebulized, Meter Dose Inhaler, and Insulin, in a manner consistent with nationally recognized safe medical practices, to include accurate identification of the patient, medication, dosage, time, and route. Reports and records adverse medication reactions.

Assists Pharmacist or other appropriate staff member in a variety of pharmacy related activities, including, but not limited to, entry of physician orders into a computerized pharmacy information system, preparation of medications for Pharmacist review, preparation of medication administration records, storage and inventory of pharmacy supplies, etc.

Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Requirements & Education

ONLY if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience, applicant MUST upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement. Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information to include School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable).

All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre‑accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, Click Here. Foreign Education: For information regarding foreign education requirements, please see Foreign Diploma and Credit Recognition at the U.S.

Department of Education website: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System, Department of Justice.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $53981 - $67862/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-14.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.