Pharmacy Project Tech

Kootenai Hospital

Coeur d'Alene, Northern (ID, KY)

On-site

USD 38,000 - 52,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans with employer match

Competitive pay with shift differentia

Wellness program and discounts (PerkSp

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Kootenai Health is seeking a certified pharmacy technician to support department operations and dispense medications under pharmacist supervision. The role combines administrative duties with hands-on pharmacy tasks, including inventory and process auditing.

The ideal candidate has a CPhT, 2+ years of pharmacy tech experience, and Idaho licensure. A strong focus on accuracy, customer communication, and team collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Graduate of a Pharmacy Technician training program or equivalent work experience preferred.
Certified Pharmacy Technician license with the Idaho Board of Pharmacy.
Must have Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) status.
Minimum 2 years’ experience as a pharmacy technician required.
Demonstrated expertise in pharmacy systems.

Responsibilities

Coordinates and performs department needs for projects, reporting, research, meetings, and committee work.
Provides department administrative support, including scheduling of staff.
Performs auditing of inter- and intra-departmental processes or audit requests from external entities.
Participates in SOP development and posting.
Participates in development and training of pharmacy technicians.
Performs duties of a Certified Pharmacy Technician, including inventory and supply management.
Communicates effectively with customers.
Maintains comprehensive knowledge of department functions and processes.
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function.

Skills

Customer communication

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Pharmacy Technician training program

Tools

Pharmacy software systems

Job description

Schedule/Shift/Hours Full Time - Variable

Position Summary

Performs extensive administrative functions to support departmental operations. As a certified pharmacy technician, prepares, compounds, and dispenses medical orders/prescriptions under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist.

Responsibilities

Coordinates and performs department needs for projects, reporting, research, meetings, and committee work
Provides department administrative support, including scheduling of staff
Performs functions related to auditing both inter- and intra-departmental processes, and/or completes audit requests from external entities
Participates in Standard Operating Procedure development and posting as assigned
Participates in the development and training of pharmacy technicians
Performs duties of a Certified Pharmacy Technician, including inventory and supply management
Communicates effectively with customers
Maintains comprehensive working knowledge of the department functions and processes
Performs other related duties as assigned
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED preferred
Graduate of a Pharmacy Technician training program or equivalent work experience preferred
Certified Pharmacy Technician license with the Idaho Board of Pharmacy
Must have Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) status through an organization approved by the Idaho Board of Pharmacy
Minimum 2 years’ experience as a pharmacy technician required
Demonstrated expertise in pharmacy systems
Demonstrated ability to use computer skills including keyboarding and practical data entry into data based software programs

Working Conditions

Must be able to lift or move up to 25 lbs
Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
Typical equipment used in a clinical job
Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend

About Kootenai Health:

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employer‑paid options for eligible full‑time employees, plus affordable plans for part‑time staff.Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees
Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth
Retirement plans with pre‑tax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%–6%
Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
Award‑winning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps
PerkSpot discountsproviding access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories
And an employee referral bonus program

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!

Apply today!

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.

A variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans are available to both full and part-time employees, with some available at no cost to the employee. In addition, benefit-eligible employees also gain access to the following: