Pharmacy Tech

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Malpractice liability insurance

Loan forgiveness options

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is looking for a Pharmacy Technician II in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The role involves assisting with the preparation and distribution of medications under pharmacist supervision, ensuring all pharmacy operations run smoothly.

Qualified candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED, necessary certifications, and the ability to handle various pharmacy technology systems. This position offers opportunities for educational growth and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Must have pharmacy technician certification.
• Active New Mexico Pharmacy Technician license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support safe and efficient medication distribution.
• Assist in preparation and delivery of medications.
• Maintain accurate inventory and records.

Skills

Medication preparation

Inventory management

Pharmacy technology systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Pharmacy Technician National Certification

Active New Mexico Pharmacy Technician license

Tools

Pyxis

Pharmogistics

CII Safe

Job description

Location Address

4580 Paradise Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87114-4105

Compensation Pay Range

Minimum Offer $17.46 - Maximum Offer $25.95

Summary

Build your Career. Make a Difference. Presbyterian is seeking a skilled Pharmacy Technician who, under the supervision of a pharmacist, supports safe and efficient medication distribution. This role is responsible for filling medication orders, prepackaging and compounding pharmaceuticals, replenishing inventory, delivering medications, and performing essential clerical tasks that keep pharmacy operations running smoothly.

Opportunities

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities.
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern).
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions).
• Malpractice liability insurance.
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department.
• EPIC electronic charting system.

Responsibilities

As a Pharmacy Technician II, you will support safe and efficient medication distribution by assisting with the preparation, packaging, and delivery of medications under pharmacist supervision. You will help maintain accurate inventory, ensure proper handling of medications, and perform essential operational and clerical tasks that keep pharmacy workflows running smoothly across inpatient and outpatient areas.

• Perform all nonsterile medication ordering, preparation, and dispensing activities.
• Fill medication orders for inpatient and outpatient areas.
• Use pharmacy technology systems such as Pyxis, Pharmogistics, and CII Safe.
• Compound, label, repackage, and prepare nonsterile medications and unit-dose packaging.
• Prepare medication carts, trays, and kits.
• Handle nonsterile hazardous medications safely and follow proper waste and disposal procedures.
• Maintain required records for controlled and noncontrolled substances.
• Deliver medications and supplies to patient care units and ancillary areas.
• Answer phones and respond to routine questions and issues.
• Monitor medication stock, remove outdated items, and ensure storage meets manufacturer requirements.
• Adhere to the Department Compliance Plan for controlled substances.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Specialized, short-term training in the areas of pharmacy law, practices standards, terminology, pharmacy math, drug preparation, dosage forms and trade/generic names.
• Pharmacy Technician National Certification through exam or transfer required.
• Active New Mexico Board of Pharmacy. Pharmacy technician license required.

EEO Statement

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

Compensation Disclaimer

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.