Pharmacy Tech Specialist - Riverport

Mercy; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Pharmacy Riverport is seeking a Pharmacy Technician Specialist I to assist pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. This role may expand into more complex distribution and specialized responsibilities as you progress.

The position is full-time, requires Missouri licensure or initiation on day one, and emphasizes compliance with federal, state and local laws to ensure patient safety and care. Training provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalence required.
• Actively registered with Missouri Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician or willing to submit registration by first day.
• Fingerprint submission for FBI background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications.
• Adhere to standards and laws for patient safety and care.
• Support more complex medication distribution in Tech II/III scenarios.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalence exam

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Pharmacy Technician Specialist I assists pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications and is accountable to the supervising pharmacist who is legally responsible for the care and safety of the patients served by the pharmacy. As a Pharmacy Technician Specialist I, the coworker may engage more complex medication distribution processes, have additional department responsibilities, and/or function in specialized areas of responsibility.

Position Details

Pharmacy Technician

Mercy Pharmacy Riverport

Schedule/Hours

Full Time

The Pharmacy Technician assists pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications and are accountable to the supervising pharmacist who is legally responsible for the care and safety of the patients served by the pharmacy. The Pharmacy Technician follows applicable standards and federal, state & local laws and regulations for the care and safety of the customers and patients served.

Qualifications

Tech I

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalence exam.
• Licensure: Actively registered, in good standing, with the Missouri Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician or willing to submit application for registration by first day of work. This includes submitting fingerprints for FBI background check.
• Experience: 1-year relevant pharmacy experience preferred but not required.
• Other: Successfully complete pharmacy department orientation.

Tech II

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalence exam.
• Licensure: Actively registered, in good standing, with the Missouri Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician or willing to submit application for registration by first day of work. This includes submitting fingerprints for FBI background check.
• Experience: 1-year relevant pharmacy experience required; 2 years preferred.
• Certifications: Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).

Tech III

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalence exam.
• Licensure: Actively registered, in good standing, with the Missouri Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician or willing to submit application for registration by first day of work. This includes submitting fingerprints for FBI background check.
• Experience: 3-year relevant pharmacy experience required
• Certifications: Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB).

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.