Hospital Pharmacy Technician: IV Admixtures & Med Orders

Ochsner Health System; Shreveport, Monroe (LA, LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner LSU Health System is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support medication distribution, IV admixtures, and order processing across hospital settings. The role requires accurate data entry, adherence to safety standards, and effective communication with pharmacists, nurses, and patients.

The position emphasizes teamwork, flexibility in scheduling, and compliance with privacy and regulatory requirements within a hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Pharmacy Technician Certification issued by the Board of Pharmacy in the state of practice.
• 1 year hospital experience preferred.
• Must have computer skills and be proficient with Windows applications.

Responsibilities

• Fills medication orders, charges/credits all medication, stocks, delivers, and inspects assigned areas.
• Prepares IV admixtures and other extemporaneous compounds and enters TPN orders into the computer system.
• Maintains competency in professional growth and responsibilities.
• Adapts to the patient population and maintains privacy and respectful communication.

Skills

Computer skills

Data entry

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Dexterity

Travel availability

Windows applications

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy Technician Certification (Board of Pharmacy)

Tools

Pharmacy software

IV room equipment

Job description

Ochsner LSU Health System is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support medication distribution, IV admixtures, and order processing across hospital settings. The role requires accurate data entry, adherence to safety standards, and effective communication with pharmacists, nurses, and patients.

The position emphasizes teamwork, flexibility in scheduling, and compliance with privacy and regulatory requirements within a hospital environment.