Pharmacy Tech I

Phoebe Putney Health System; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Albany, Georgia is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I to assist pharmacists with daily pharmacy functions. The candidate will need a High School Diploma, with a Vocational/Technical Degree in Pharmacy Technology preferred. Responsibilities include receiving and dispensing medications, inventory maintenance, and compliance with hospital protocols. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of experience in a retail or hospital pharmacy setting and possess the necessary certifications. Join us to make an impact in our community!

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in retail or hospital pharmacy setting.
• Technician Registration with the Georgia State Board of Pharmacy.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPHT) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in receiving and dispensing medications.
• Transport drugs and supplies to ensure quality care.
• Perform duties of an IV technician.

Skills

Medication therapy optimization

Clinical expertise

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Vocational/Technical Degree in Pharmacy Technology

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team at Phoebe as a Pharmacy Technician I!

At Phoebe, we’re more than a healthcare system—we’re a community committed to compassion, excellence, integrity, and teamwork. Our mission is to deliver exceptional care and improve the health of the communities we serve. If you’re ready to optimize medication therapy, provide clinical expertise, and collaborate with healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes, we’d love for you to be part of our team.

Job Summary

To assist the pharmacist in the daily functions of the pharmacy department.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma (Required)
• Vocational/Technical Degree in Pharmacy Technology or related field (Preferred)

Work Experience

1+ years retail pharmacy or hospital pharmacy setting experience (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Technician Registration with the Georgia State Board of Pharmacy (Required)
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPHT) (Required)
• Pharmacy Technician job family roles employed before August 1, 2011, may remain employed as a Pharmacy Tech/Buyer without meeting the certification requirement.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for assisting pharmacists in receiving, processing, and dispensing of all physicians' orders for medications, IV solutions, and outpatient prescriptions.
• Transports drugs and supplies to and from the pharmacy area to ensure delivery of quality care according to established protocols and transport times.
• Completed training in aseptic technique and performs duties and responsibilities of an IV technician.
• Responsible for answering phones, window, and doors, also loading and unloading the pneumatic tube system.
• Assist in pulling out dates from main pharmacy and automated dispensing cabinets.
• Assist in stock replenishment and maintaining inventory.
• Works with pharmacists in performing monthly nursing station audits.

Additional Duties

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs).
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
• For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.