Pharmacy Technician

Mercy; Arkansas; On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement matching

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I to assist pharmacists with preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications under the supervising pharmacist. You will ensure compliance with state and federal regulations while supporting automated dispensing systems.

Qualification requirements include a high school diploma, active registration or willingness to register, and orientation completion. One year of pharmacy experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalence required.
• Active registration with State Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician or ability to register by first day of work; fingerprints may be required.
• 1 year of pharmacy experience preferred but not required.
• Complete pharmacy department orientation.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications.
• Follow applicable laws and regulations for patient safety and care.
• Operate and troubleshoot pharmacy automation technology systems as needed.
• Work effectively under time constraints to support pharmacist supervision.

Skills

Pharmacy automation

Time management

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Pharmacy Technician I 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 I follows applicable standards and federal, state & local laws and regulations for the care and safety of the customers and patients served.

Position Details:

Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalence exam.
• Licensure: Actively registered, in good standing, with the State 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
• Certifications:
• Other: Successfully complete pharmacy department orientation.

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrates advanced knowledge and use of all equipment; robotic dispensing equipment and automated dispensing cabinets as appropriate
• Demonstrates proficiency with the operation of pharmacy automation technology systems and workflow management
• Able to perform initial trouble shooting for automated pharmacy technology and associated software.
• Ability to work under time constraints.

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.