Pharmacy Technician

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy is hiring a Pharmacy Technician I to assist pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications under the supervision of the licensed pharmacist. You will follow standards and comply with federal, state, and local regulations to ensure patient safety.

You'll engage with pharmacy automation technology, operate robotic dispensing equipment, and support workflow management in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Active registration with State Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician or willing to submit registration by first day of work.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications.
• Follow standards and local, state, and federal laws for patient safety.
• Support automation technology and workflow management.

Skills

Equipment proficiency

Pharmacy automation

Troubleshooting software

Time management

Education

HS Diploma

Tools

Robot dispensing equipment

Automated dispensing cabinets

Pharmacy automation systems

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Job Description

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.

Qualifications

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

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.