Pharmacy Tech - Inpatient

0090 Presbyterian System Services; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Career development options

Staff safety badge

Malpractice liability insurance

Loan forgiveness program

EPIC electronic charting system

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Albuquerque, NM, is seeking a detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician. Under a pharmacist's supervision, you will fill medication orders, pre-pack, and assist with compounding and stock management in a busy hospital setting.

The role uses Pyxis, Pharmogistics, and CII safe for medication handling, with opportunities for shift differentials, tuition reimbursement, and a comprehensive benefits package. Full-time, varied days and hours, US-based position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• NM Certified Pharmacy Technician (PTCB or NHA) required.

Responsibilities

• Filling medication orders for inpatient and outpatient areas.
• Use of pharmacy technology Pyxis, Pharmogistics, CII safe.
• Non-sterile compounding, labeling and repackaging.
• Non-sterile unit dose packaging and kit preparation.
• Handle non-sterile hazardous medications and proper disposal.

Education

High school diploma or GED

NM Certified Pharmacy Technician-PTCB OR Certified Pharmacy Technician-NHA

Job description

Location and Compensation

Location Address: 1100 Central Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106-4930 Compensation Pay Range: Minimum Offer $18.33 Maximum Offer $30.24

Summary

Presbyterian is seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join our team. Under the supervision of a pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician will be responsible for filling medication orders, pre-packaging, compounding pharmaceuticals, refilling stock supplies, delivering medication, and performing various clerical duties as required.

Why Join Us

• 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

Type of Opportunity

Full time FTE: 1.00 Job Exempt: No Work Shift: Varied Days and Hours (United States of America)

Responsibilities

• Performs all non-sterile medication ordering, preparation, and dispensing activities, including, but not limited to: Filling medication orders for inpatient and outpatient areas of the facility
• Use of pharmacy technology Pyxis, Pharmogistics, CII safe
• Non-sterile compounding, labeling and repackaging.
• Non-sterile unit dose packaging Cart, tray, and kit preparation.
• Handling of non-sterile hazardous medications Proper waste or disposal
• Maintains required record-keeping for controlled and non-controlled substances.
• Delivers supplies to the patient unit and ancillary areas.
• Answers telephone and responds to questions and problems.
• Checks stock on a regular basis to identify and reorder outdated stock and ensures that stock is maintained in accordance with manufacturer requirements.
• Responsible for adherence to the Department Compliance Plan for Controlled Substances.
• Performs other functions as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Pharmacy Tech State of NM Certified Pharmacy Technician-PTCB OR Certified Pharmacy Technician-NHA

Wellness and Benefits

We’re all about well-being, starting with yours. Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more. Learn more about our employee benefits.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses. Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

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.

We're Determined to Support New Mexico's Well-Being | Presbyterian Healthcare Services Here, we’re committed to a different way to make a difference. Presbyterian's story is really the story of the remarkable people who have chosen to work here. Starting with Reverend Cooper who began our journey in 1908, the hard work of thousands of physicians, nurses, employees, board members, and volunteers brought Presbyterian from a tiny tuberculosis sanatorium to a statewide healthcare system, serving more than one in three New Mexicans. We are part of New Mexico's history and committed to its future. That is why we will continue to work just as hard and care just as deeply to serve New Mexico for years to come.