Pharmacy Technician

Mercy; Perryville (MO); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital is seeking Pharmacy Technicians to assist pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications. The role supports the supervising pharmacist and adheres to federal, state, and local regulations to ensure patient safety.

Positions include Tech I, II, and III with increasing education, licensure, and experience requirements. Mercy emphasizes benefits and growth within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalence exam.
• Licensure: Missouri Board of Pharmacy registration as Pharmacy Technician or willing to register by start date (fingerprints for FBI background check).
• Experience: Tech I requires 1 year preferred but not required; Tech II requires 1 year; Tech III requires 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications.
• Follow standards and laws for care and safety of customers and patients.
• Report to supervising pharmacist and complete required orientation.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalence exam

Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) - PTCB

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Pharmacy Technician

Mercy Hospital - Perry

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.

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