Pharmacy Technician

VocationalTrainingHQ LLC; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A training organization in Wichita, Kansas is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support various pharmaceutical tasks, including preparing medications, filling prescriptions, and ensuring customer service. Candidates should have completed an accredited pharmacy technician program and possess strong computer skills. The role involves a typical work schedule of 40 hours per week, including potential shifts during nights, weekends, and holidays, with a compensation range of $25,000 to $37,000 annually based on experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited pharmacy technician program covering pharmacology, pharmacy calculation, pharmacy law, and compounding.
• State certification may be required.
• Strong computer skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Collecting and checking prescriptions.
• Preparing medications for patients.
• Providing excellent customer service while maintaining patient confidentiality.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong computer skills

Customer service

Ability to work under stress

Education

Completion of an accredited pharmacy technician program

State certification

Job description

Pharmacy technicians have a wide range of responsibilities that vary by pharmacy. Key tasks include:

• Collecting and checking prescriptions.
• Preparing medications for patients.
• Filling and pricing prescriptions.
• Handling patient paperwork.
• Processing insurance claims.
• Assuring drug availability.
• Stocking and pricing inventory.
• Maintaining safety and hygiene protocols.

Additional responsibilities cover organizational, interpersonal, field knowledge, and technical duties such as:

• Keeping pharmacy organized and data accurate.
• Providing excellent customer service while maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Supporting drug therapy and managing medication history records.
• Operating medical inventory equipment and pharmacy software.

Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited pharmacy technician program covering pharmacology, pharmacy calculation, pharmacy law, and compounding.
• State certification may be required.
• Strong computer skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a stressful environment.

Experience:

• On‑the‑job training is the common entry path.
• Experience in inpatient or outpatient settings is advantageous.

Typical work schedule: 40 hours per week, with shift work and flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays. Part‑time positions are available but less common.

Career advancement may include inventory management, insurance billing, supervisory roles, technology specialist, pharmaceutical representation, or medication therapy management.

Compensation ranges from $25,000 to $37,000 annually, depending on experience and certification.