Pharmacy Technician

Talented Medical Solutions; Winslow (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is looking for an Inpatient Pharmacy Technician in Winslow, Arizona. The technician will assist pharmacists in providing accurate medication services to hospitalized patients, supporting tasks such as medication preparation, inventory management, and regulatory compliance. Candidates must have a high school diploma and be certified as a Pharmacy Technician. Previous experience in hospital pharmacy is preferred. This role can be either full-time or part-time, offering the chance to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Pharmacy Technician certification (CPhT) required or preferred.
• Previous inpatient hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Experience with sterile compounding and IV preparation strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, package, label, and distribute medications for inpatient units.
• Assist pharmacists in compounding sterile and non-sterile medications.
• Accurately enter medication orders and patient information.
• Maintain medication inventory and perform controlled substance handling.

Skills

Knowledge of hospital pharmacy operations

Effective communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pharmacy Technician certification (CPhT)

Tools

Pharmacy information systems

Automated dispensing cabinets (e.g., Pyxis, Omnicell)

Job description

Job Title: Inpatient Pharmacy Technician

Department: Pharmacy

Reports To: Pharmacy Manager / Pharmacist-in-Charge

Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (as applicable)

Job Summary

The Inpatient Pharmacy Technician supports the delivery of safe, accurate, and timely medication services to hospitalized patients. Working under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the technician assists with medication preparation, distribution, inventory management, and compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and patient safety practices.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare, package, label, and distribute medications for inpatient units in accordance with physician orders and pharmacy policies

Assist pharmacists in compounding sterile and non-sterile medications, including IV admixtures, following USP and hospital guidelines

Deliver medications to nursing units and automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs) and perform restocking as required

Accurately enter medication orders and patient information into the pharmacy information system, as permitted by state law

Maintain medication inventory, including ordering, receiving, stocking, rotating, and removing expired products

Perform controlled substance handling, documentation, and inventory in compliance with hospital policy and regulatory requirements

Participate in medication reconciliation and cart exchange processes, as applicable

Ensure proper storage, handling, and security of medications at all times

Assist with quality assurance activities, audits, and performance improvement initiatives

Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant pharmacy workspace

Provide excellent customer service to nurses, physicians, and other healthcare staff

Qualifications

Education & Certification:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Pharmacy Technician certification (CPhT) required or preferred, depending on state and hospital requirements

Experience:

Previous inpatient hospital pharmacy experience preferred

Experience with sterile compounding and IV preparation strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of hospital pharmacy operations and medication distribution systems

Familiarity with automated dispensing cabinets (e.g., Pyxis, Omnicell)

Ability to follow detailed procedures and maintain a high level of accuracy

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Effective communication and teamwork skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment while maintaining attention to detail

Basic computer skills and experience with pharmacy information systems

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the hospital for extended periods

Ability to lift and carry up to 25–50 pounds, as required

Manual dexterity to prepare medications and operate pharmacy equipment

May require rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call coverage

Compliance & Safety

Adheres to all hospital policies, state and federal regulations, and accreditation standards

Maintains patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations