Part-Time Pharmacy Technician I — Patient Care & Growth

Mercy; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Retirement plan matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy Springfield is seeking a Part-Time Pharmacy Technician I to assist pharmacists in preparing, dispensing, and labeling medications in a fast-paced hospital pharmacy. You will work under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist and support patient safety and accurate medication delivery.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, teamwork, and adherence to state and federal regulations, with EPIC experience and CPTB certification pursued within six months.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification required within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Entering patient and medication information into EPIC.
• Preparing medications for pharmacist review and dispensing.
• Retrieving, counting, packaging, and labeling medications accurately.
• Assisting with sterile compounding preparation and training as applicable.
• Filling medication orders and prescriptions in a timely manner.
• Receiving, stocking, and maintaining medication inventory.
• Ensuring medication security and proper storage.
• Delivering medications to patients and nursing units after pharmacist verification.
• Preparing medications for delivery or shipment.
• Processing returned medications and credits when appropriate.
• Conducting patient follow-up calls as needed.
• Following hazardous waste, safety, and quality assurance procedures.
• Monitoring assigned areas for outdated medications.
• Maintaining pharmacy equipment and cleanliness standards.
• Prioritizing tasks based on patient and operational needs.
• Participating in department meetings, huddles, and training activities.
• Assisting with onboarding and training of new coworkers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Fast-paced environment

Pharmacy workflow knowledge

Pharmacy software

Time management

Patient safety

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB) within 6 months

Tools

EPIC

Automated dispensing cabinets

Pharmacy software

Job description

Mercy Springfield is seeking a Part-Time Pharmacy Technician I to assist pharmacists in preparing, dispensing, and labeling medications in a fast-paced hospital pharmacy. You will work under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist and support patient safety and accurate medication delivery.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, teamwork, and adherence to state and federal regulations, with EPIC experience and CPTB certification pursued within six months.