Pharmacy Technician, Certified or Trainee - Satellite Pharmacy, 100% Overnights

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join their Acute Care, Satellite Pharmacy team. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work overnight shifts, where you'll manage medication inventory, ensure safety protocols, and support the training of pharmacy students and new technicians. The role emphasizes attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. If you're passionate about pharmaceutical care and eager to contribute to patient well-being, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Registered with the Pharmacy Board at hire and must become certified within one year.
• Experience in inventory maintenance and healthcare settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory and ensure medication security in patient care areas.
• Compounding sterile and non-sterile products, including hazardous medications.
• Train pharmacy students and new technicians, providing functional supervision.

Skills

Inventory Management

Medication Dispensing

Sterile Compounding

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Pharmacy Technician Certification

Two Years of Post-High School Education

Tools

Epic

AcuDose Medstations

Laminar Flow Hoods

Job description

Pharmacy Technician, Certified or Trainee - Satellite Pharmacy, 100% Overnights

The University of Iowa Health Care, Department of Pharmaceutical Care, is seeking a full-time Pharmacy Technician, certified or trainee to work in our Acute Care, Satellite Pharmacy. This position operates under general pharmacist supervision, coordinating and performing technical activities in dispensing areas. Under the supervision of the technician supervisor, the role supports development, coordination, and training of assigned areas, with functional supervision as needed. The shift hours are from 11:00 pm to 7:30 am, Sunday through Thursday.

The Department of Pharmaceutical Care intends to hire either the Pharmacy Technician, Trainee classification, or Pharmacy Technician, Certified, depending on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please specify in your application which position you are applying for or both.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing inventory in satellites and dispensing areas, including emergency drug supplies
• Reviewing medication inventory for expired medications
• Maintaining medication inventory levels according to established par levels
• Managing inpatient Epic In-Baskets: printing labels, preparing doses, packaging, labeling, documenting activities, and managing discharge patient lists
• Delivering medications to patient care areas and returning unused medications
• Ensuring medication security in patient care unit medication rooms, including proper storage and security of controlled substances
• Maintaining accurate controls and security for controlled substances, including inventory records
• Generating, reviewing, and maintaining records related to medication distribution and dispensing (Forms 127P, 131)
• Using equipment such as laminar flow hoods, label printers, packaging and compounding tools, pneumatic tube systems, AcuDose Medstations, RemStar, and Med Carousel
• Maintaining cleanliness of BSCs and equipment per policies
• Completing quality assurance and control records for sterile compounding
• Maintaining competencies in sterile product preparation and aseptic techniques
• Compounding sterile and non-sterile products, including hazardous medications
• Conducting and documenting monthly inspections of patient care areas
• Training pharmacy students and new technicians; providing functional supervision
• Handling narcotics and controlled substances inventories and documentation
• Refilling AcuDose Medstations following proper procedures
• Assisting pharmacists with medication inspections on patient care units

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

For Trainee Technician:

• Registered with the Pharmacy Board at hire
• Must become certified within one year
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of post-high school experience/education in sciences or completion of an accredited pharmacy technician training program

For Certified Technician:

• Registered with the Pharmacy Board at hire
• National certification through PTCB or NHA, with ongoing education requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of post-high school experience/education or completion of an accredited program

Additional Qualifications:

Ability to calculate ratios & proportions for pharmaceutical needs, demonstrated by a work sample.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with inventory maintenance, team environments, detail-oriented work, Windows-based programs, and healthcare settings involving patient interaction. A Silver Level National Career Readiness Certificate is preferred.

Application Details:

Applicants should upload a resume and mark it as a “Relevant File” for consideration. Job postings remain open for at least 10 days and may close early. Successful candidates will undergo background checks, credential verification, and provide professional references.

Contact: Teresa Walker at [e-mail] for questions.

The department intends to hire at either Pay Grade 8 (Trainee) or Pay Grade 10 (Certified), based on qualifications. Please specify your preference in your application.

Additional Information:

• Appointment Type: Merit
• Schedule: Full-time

• Starting Salary Minimum: $41,864.40

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Iowa is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination based on race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity, or preferences.

Disability accommodations are available; contact UI Human Resources or UI Health Care services as listed.