Pharmacy Tech - Pharmacy Tech - Inpatient

Portsmouth Regional Hospital; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Portsmouth Regional Hospital is seeking a Pharmacy Tech - Inpatient for a travel assignment in Portsmouth, NH. The role requires IV training, NH state license, and national certification, with duties including Pyxis management and unit-dose preparation.

Responsibilities include coordinating with nursing staff, stocking, and ensuring medication accuracy in a 24-hour operation at a Level II trauma center environment.

Qualifications

• NH state license and national technician certification required.
• Basic pharmacy technician experience desired.
• Strong communication with nursing staff is essential.
• Willingness to learn IV sterile compounding.

Responsibilities

• Picking and delivering medications to Pyxis machines
• Conducting pharmacy-related distribution tasks
• Answering phone calls and facilitating communication with nursing staff
• Prepacking medications into unit dose containers
• Performing inspections and checking for medication expirations
• Assisting with medication delivery orders and stock management

Skills

Communication skills

Basic technician experience

IV training

Education

NH State Pharmacy Technician License

National Technician Certification

Tools

Pyxis machines

Meditech Expanse

Job description

Details

Client Name

Portsmouth Regional Hospital

Job Type

Travel

Offering

Allied

Profession

Pharmacy Tech

Specialty

Pharmacy Tech - Inpatient

Job ID

37969575

Job Title

Pharmacy Tech - Pharmacy Tech - Inpatient

Weekly Pay

$1571.2

Shift Details

Shift

8-Hour NOC

Scheduled Hours

40

Job Order Details

Start Date

09/21/2026

End Date

12/21/2026

Duration

13 Week(s)

Shift Information

Shift: 10:30 PM - 7:00 AM

Work Schedule: 7 days on, 7 days off

Job Description

Seeking a technician with IV training and proven competence in IV administration. Candidates must have their NH state license and national certification prior to application. The role requires effective communication with nursing and licensed staff, along with basic technician duties such as managing Pyxis machines and medication preparation.

Unit Overview

• Location: Portsmouth, NH
• Number of Beds: 240 (average census of 170-200)
• Trauma Center Level: II
• Pharmacy Operation: Open 24 hours a day

Unit Specifics

• Patient Ratios: Not applicable
• Type of Equipment: IV compounding Laminar Flow Hood, Glove Box, Meditech Expanse, Pyxis
• Documentation System: Meditech Expanse IV compounding 360 Software
• Floating Policy: No floating, only within pharmacy

Responsibilities

• Picking and delivering medications to Pyxis machines
• Conducting pharmacy-related distribution tasks
• Answering phone calls and facilitating communication with nursing staff
• Prepacking medications into unit dose containers
• Performing inspections and checking for medication expirations
• Assisting with medication delivery orders and stock management

Required Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Basic technician experience, including managing Pyxis machines
• Basic computer skills, particularly in medication prepacking and logging into Meditech Expanse
• Willingness to learn IV sterile compounding

Dress Code

Hospital scrubs or personal scrubs are required, with plain shirts (no writing or endorsements). Sturdy closed-toe shoes, such as sneakers or casual shoes, are recommended due to extensive walking.

Team Environment

The pharmacy team consists of both long‑term employees and recent graduates from our residency program. We offer continuous education opportunities for staff and participate in various team‑building activities and community events. Our focus is on creating a good work‑life balance while fostering a supportive and motivated work environment.

Certifications Required

NH state license and national technician certification are essential for this position.

Client Details

Address

333 Borthwick Avenue

City

Portsmouth

State

NH

Zip Code

03801