Pharmacy Technician Certified

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Paid Time Off Available

Competitive salary and comprehensive](

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a certified Pharmacy Technician II to support safe medication preparation, dispensing, and patient care within our hospital setting.

This full-time role operates on a 7 on/7 off second shift, with opportunities to collaborate with pharmacists and healthcare staff while maintaining accurate records. You will perform sterile and non-sterile compounding, manage inventory, and assist with medication reviews and QA initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician in a hospital or healthcare setting.
• LPT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech in state of employment required or
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in preparation, compounding, labeling, and dispensing of medications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
• Prepares sterile and non-sterile compounded medications using aseptic techniques, adhering to USP guidelines.
• Conducts inventory management activities, including monitoring medication stock levels, ordering supplies, and performing regular inventory audits to prevent shortages or overstock.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of medication dispensing, inventory transactions, and controlled substances in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Participates in quality assurance initiatives, including medication storage checks, compliance reviews, and other activities to ensure patient safety and proper pharmacy operations.
• Provides exceptional customer service by addressing questions from patients, nurses, and other healthcare staff about medication availability and pharmacy services.
• Operates and maintains pharmacy equipment, such as automated dispensing systems, ensuring functionality and troubleshooting issues as needed.
• Supports pharmacists in conducting medication reviews, medication history reconciliation, and other clinical activities as required.
• Adheres to all safety protocols and infection control guidelines to maintain a clean and secure pharmacy environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Pharmacy terminology

Medication preparation

Inventory management

Record-keeping accuracy

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Automated dispensing systems

Inventory management software

Job description

Pharmacy Technician II - Certified
Position Type: Full time 7 on/7 off (second shift)

• 401(k) with matching
• Paid Time Off Available
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  

Job Summary
The Pharmacy Technician II - Certified (Pharm Tech) ensures the safe and efficient preparation, dispensing, and management of medications within the hospital or healthcare facility. The Pharmacy Technician II is also responsible for maintaining accurate records, providing exceptional customer service to patients and staff, and collaborating with pharmacists to optimize patient care.
Essential Functions

• Assists pharmacists in the preparation, compounding, labeling, and dispensing of medications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
• Prepares sterile and non-sterile compounded medications using aseptic techniques, adhering to USP guidelines.
• Conducts inventory management activities, including monitoring medication stock levels, ordering supplies, and performing regular inventory audits to prevent shortages or overstock.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of medication dispensing, inventory transactions, and controlled substances in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Participates in quality assurance initiatives, including medication storage checks, compliance reviews, and other activities to ensure patient safety and proper pharmacy operations.
• Provides exceptional customer service by addressing questions from patients, nurses, and other healthcare staff about medication availability and pharmacy services.
• Operates and maintains pharmacy equipment, such as automated dispensing systems, ensuring functionality and troubleshooting issues as needed.
• Supports pharmacists in conducting medication reviews, medication history reconciliation, and other clinical activities as required.
• Adheres to all safety protocols and infection control guidelines to maintain a clean and secure pharmacy environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience as a Pharmacy Technician in a hospital or healthcare setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical terminology, medication preparation, and compounding techniques.
• Proficiency in operating pharmacy systems, including automated dispensing machines and inventory management software.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in medication preparation and record-keeping.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, pharmacists, and healthcare staff.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and hospital policies related to pharmacy operations.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Licenses and Certifications

• LPT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech in state of employment required or
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Job Info

• Job Identification 167805
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 11/03/2026, 03:36 PM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Evening