Hospital Pharmacy Technician - IV & Sterile Prep

St. Charles Health System; Redmond (OR); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

St. Charles Health System seeks a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in preparing, storing, labeling, and distributing IV and other medications. This role supports daily pharmacy operations, adheres to policies, and ensures safe, timely patient care.

Under supervision, responsibilities include medication preparation, inventory management, billing accuracy, and supporting the organization’s Lean improvement efforts while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician license through the Oregon Board of Pharmacy.
• Preferred: CPhT license through the Oregon Board of Pharmacy or national certification (PTCB/NHA).
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months hospital pharmacy experience or related field preferred; sterile technique and computer skills desired.

Responsibilities

• Maintains stock and packages medications under supervision.
• Prepares IV or other medications with aseptic technique for nursing staff.
• Prepares chemotherapy and handles blood products safely.
• Maintains and cleans equipment and reports failures.
• Delivers a 24-hour supply of medication to patients daily and reconciles discharged meds.
• Buys and tracks floor stock for nursing units per policy.

Skills

Pharmacy Technician license

CPhT certification

PTCB/NHA certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

St. Charles Health System seeks a Pharmacy Technician to assist pharmacists in preparing, storing, labeling, and distributing IV and other medications. This role supports daily pharmacy operations, adheres to policies, and ensures safe, timely patient care.

Under supervision, responsibilities include medication preparation, inventory management, billing accuracy, and supporting the organization’s Lean improvement efforts while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.