Pediatric Pharmacy Technician Lead | Ops & Compliance

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS seeks a Lead Pediatric Pharmacy Technician to own and advance specific process workflows in the pharmacy. You will supervise technicians, support automation, ensure accurate dispensing, and maintain regulatory compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with two years of pharmacy tech experience, Mississippi registration, and national certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and two years of pharmacy tech experience.
• Mississippi Board of Pharmacy registration as Pharmacy Technician.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician by NHAA or PTCB.
• Pre-employment drug screen required.
• Knowledge of labeling and dispensing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee advanced technician processes including automation and inventory management.
• Coordinate narcotics recordkeeping, procurement, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead quality and safety audits and ensure accreditation requirements.
• Support onboarding, training, and competency assessments.
• Collaborate with pharmacists to implement workflow improvements.
• Assist with medication preparation and transportation as needed.
• Act as liaison between pharmacy staff and other healthcare teams.

Skills

Pharmacy terminology

Record keeping

Audits

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS seeks a Lead Pediatric Pharmacy Technician to own and advance specific process workflows in the pharmacy. You will supervise technicians, support automation, ensure accurate dispensing, and maintain regulatory compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with two years of pharmacy tech experience, Mississippi registration, and national certification.