Pharmacy Technician, Certified

Lifepoint Health; Sanford (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Carolina Hospital is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician to join our team, supporting distributive pharmacy services and inventory management. The role emphasizes accurate order processing, cart filling, and medication handling in a busy hospital setting.

Candidates should hold a CPhT certification and meet certification timelines, with a preference for institutional pharmacy experience. Strong English skills, customer service mindset, and the ability to work under pressure are

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• CPhT certification and Kentucky Board of Pharmacy Registration required.
• PTCB or ICPT national certification required within six months of hire or transfer.
• Institutional pharmacy or medical experience preferred.
• Reads and writes basic English with the skills necessary to accurately transcribe physician orders.
• Ability to listen, empathize, and respond to patient and partner needs.
• Ability to work effectively under stressful situations.
• Basic computer skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Refills and maintains automated dispensing systems.
• Fills medication carts on a daily basis.
• Prepares orders and maintains inventory for the pharmacy department.
• Repackages bulk medications.
• Assists the pharmacist in providing distributive pharmacy services and support.
• Maintains accurate medication handling and inventory practices.
• Supports safe and efficient pharmacy operations.

Skills

CPhT certified

Pharmacy software basics

Customer service

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Schedule: PRN/ Varies

Your experience matters Central Carolina Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Certified Pharmacy Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll Contribute

A Certified Pharmacy Technician who excels in this role:

• Refills and maintains automated dispensing systems.
• Fills medication carts on a daily basis.
• Prepares orders and maintains inventory for the pharmacy department.
• Repackages bulk medications.
• Assists the pharmacist in providing distributive pharmacy services and support.
• Maintains accurate medication handling and inventory practices.
• Supports safe and efficient pharmacy operations.

What we're looking for

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

• Proof of current CPhT standing and Kentucky Board of Pharmacy Registration required.
• Successful completion of the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or Institute for the Certification of Pharmacy Technician (ICPT) national certification examination required within six months of hire or transfer.

Experience

• Institutional pharmacy or medical experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Reads and writes basic English with the skills necessary to accurately transcribe physician orders.
• Ability to listen, empathize, and respond to the needs of patients, families, and internal and external partners.
• Ability to work effectively under stressful situations.
• Knowledge of universal precautions and isolation standards.
• Basic computer skills.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

More about Central Carolina Hospital

Central Carolina Hospital is a 137-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Lee County community for over 115 years. We are proud to be recognized by Joint Commission as a Primary Stroke Center and by the American College of Cardiology as a Chest Pain Center. We have also earned Heart Failure Accreditation from the American College of Cariology. In 2024, we received the American Heart Association's Get With The Guidelines Stroke Rural Recognition Silver Award.

EEOC Statement

"Central Carolina Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Central Carolina Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

About Us

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

About the Team

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.