Pharmacy Technician

Columbia Memorial Hospital; Astoria (OR); Presencial; USD 37.000 - 56.000; Jornada completa

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Descripción de la vacante

Columbia Memorial Hospital in Astoria, OR is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in dispensing medications, entering prescriptions, processing insurance, and assisting customers.

You will maintain inventory, operate pharmacy systems, ensure compliance with laws, and preserve patient confidentiality, with licensing within one year and potential for growth in a Planetree-certified, community-focused setting.

Formación

• Strong typing and computer skills.
• Ability to learn new systems and procedures.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.
• Solid clerical and administrative skills.
• Good organization and task completion.
• Ability to compound sterile products per procedure.
• Excellent customer service and communication.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology.
• License in Oregon Pharmacy Technician within one year.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and dispense medications under a pharmacist.
• Enter prescriptions accurately and maintain records.
• Process insurance claims and handle billing inquiries.
• Assist customers with pick-up and questions.
• Measure, count, label, and package medications precisely.
• Maintain inventory and check for expired meds.
• Operate pharmacy systems and point-of-sale equipment.
• Ensure compliance with laws and safety standards.
• Keep pharmacy space clean and organized; protect patient confidentiality.

Conocimientos

Typing skills

Adaptability

Accuracy

Clerical skills

Organizational skills

Sterile compounding

Customer service

Medical terminology

Descripción del empleo

Astoria , OR

Clinical / Professional

Full Time , Days , Shift Length: 8

Posted 09/10/2026

Additional Information: SEIU Pay Range: $27.03to $40.75 Dependent on Experience

Call: Yes

ELIGIBLE FOR CMH EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS: NON-PRIORITY RECRUITMENT

The role of the Pharmacy Technician is to assist the pharmacist in the practice of pharmacy.

• Prepare and dispense medications under the supervision of a pharmacist
• Accurately enter prescription information and maintain patient records
• Process insurance claims and handle billing inquiries
• Assist customers with prescription pick-up and general questions, referring clinical concerns to the pharmacist
• Measure, count, label, and package medications with a high degree of accuracy
• Maintain inventory, including ordering, stocking, and checking for expired medications
• Operate pharmacy systems and point-of-sale equipment
• Ensure compliance with pharmacy laws, regulations, and safety standards
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pharmacy workspace
• Safeguard patient confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately

Job Requirements

Knowledge of/Skill/Ability to:

• Strong typing proficiency and computer skills
• Ability to adapt to new systems, procedures, and work environments
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Solid clerical and administrative skills
• Effective organizational skills with the ability to complete assigned tasks and projects
• Ability to compound sterile products in accordance with established procedures
• Excellent customer service skills and experience
• Working knowledge of medical terminology

License/Certification

• Must obtain and maintain national certification through either the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) within one year of being hired into the Pharmacy Technician position.

Candidates who are not currently licensed with an Oregon Pharmacy Technician License may initially be hired into a Pharmacy Clerk position while working toward obtaining their Pharmacy Technician license. Upon successful licensure, the employee will be transitioned into the Pharmacy Technician role.

Education and/or Experience

Minimum Experience: Prior experience as a hospital pharmacy technician is desirable.

Physical Demands and Work Environment Conditions / ADA Compliance

Long periods of standing. Position involves standing, walking, stooping, and occasional carrying and lifting of lightweight materials (up to 30 pounds). May be required to sit for extended periods of time. Requires visual acuity and depth perception to recognize words and numbers; and hand and finger dexterity and hand/eye coordination to use a computer keyboard and common office equipment.

About Us

Columbia Memorial Hospital (CMH) is located in the beautiful and historic town of Astoria, Oregon, where the Columbia River meets the Pacific Ocean. At CMH, we are committed to providing person-centered care to our patients and Caregivers. We are a full-service, 25-bed, critical access, not-for-profit, Level III trauma, Planetree Certified, hospital which includes a robust Medical Group.

As a Planetree Hospital, CMH has developed dynamic and focused efforts to involve the perspective of patients, family members and staff to increase person-centered care throughout our organization. We value compassionate, courteous and respectful interactions, patient and family involvement in care planning to include the patient’s goals and preferences, healing design of spaces, community health and a strategic plan that emphasizes person-centered care for the patient and caregiver alike.

CMH is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. We believe that diversity in our workforce strengthens our ability to provide compassionate, culturally responsive care to the patients and communities we serve. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.