Pharmacy Technician/Courier

DeKalb Health; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid licenses & certifications

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Arcare is seeking a Pharmacy Technician/Courier to support the Pharmacist in Charge by preparing medications and ensuring efficient delivery and receipt of medications and supplies. This hybrid role requires adherence to USP 797 standards and robust inventory management.

The position supports patient homes and clinics with safe, compliant delivery, documentation, and quality checks. A high school diploma is required, and the organization emphasizes a strong commitment to safety and patient care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain proper storage and security conditions for drugs.
• Compound intravenous medications according to USP 797 standards.
• Answer telephones, responding to questions or requests.
• Clean, and help maintain equipment and work areas, and sterilize glassware according to prescribed methods.
• Order, label, and count stock of medications, chemicals, and supplies, and enter inventory data into computer.
• Receive and store incoming supplies, verify quantities against invoices, and inform supervisors of stock needs and shortages.
• Mix pharmaceutical preparations according to written prescriptions.
• Inspect medical areas and maintains storage standards set by health regulation agencies.
• Answers telephone for patient calls and questions.
• Processed returns to pharmaceutical companies as needed.
• Completes daily reports as required by policy.
• Knowledge and adherence to Safety and Infection Control requirements.
• Safe and efficient delivery of medications and supplies to patient homes and clinics.
• Ensure all documentation is signed upon delivery to ensure compliance of policies.
• Assist in performing quality check on packaged shipments and deliveries.
• Monitor vehicle checks, i.e., maintenance, insurance & registration up to date.
• Sanitization of returned equipment.
• Assess patient homecare settings, relay any prominent information to direct supervisor.
• Cleans and logs cleaning and temperature of refrigerated coolers used for deliveries.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Job Category Pharmacy
• Required Degree High school
• Travel 75%
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Devin Rose
• Email [e-mail]

Description

FLSA Status: Full-time

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

Position Summary

The Pharmacy Technician/Courier is a hybrid role that works under the direction and supervision of the Pharmacist in Charge to prepare medications and provide other health care products under the direct supervision of a registered pharmacist as well as ensure efficient delivery/receipt of medications and supplies.

Essential Functions:

Maintain proper storage and security conditions for drugs.

Compound intravenous medications according to USP 797 standards.

Answer telephones, responding to questions or requests.

Clean, and help maintain equipment and work areas, and sterilize glassware according to prescribed methods.

Order, label, and count stock of medications, chemicals, and supplies, and enter inventory data into computer.

Receive and store incoming supplies, verify quantities against invoices, and inform supervisors of stock needs and shortages.

Mix pharmaceutical preparations according to written prescriptions.

Inspect medical areas and maintains storage standards set by health regulation agencies.

Answers telephone for patient calls and questions.

• Processed returns to pharmaceutical companies as needed.
• Completes daily reports as required by policy.
• Knowledge and adherence to Safety and Infection Control requirements.
• Safe and efficient delivery of medications and supplies to patient homes and clinics.
• Ensure all documentation is signed upon delivery to ensure compliance of policies.
• Assist in performing quality check on packaged shipments and deliveries.
• Monitor vehicle checks, i.e., maintenance, insurance & registration up to date.
• Sanitization of returned equipment.
• Assess patient homecare settings, relay any prominent information to direct supervisor.
• Cleans and logs cleaning and temperature of refrigerated coolers used for deliveries.

About Arcare

Founded on the belief that healthcare is a right, not a privilege, Arcare exists to make comprehensive, high-quality care accessible to everyone, especially in rural and underserved communities. What began in the rural Arkansas delta has grown into a multi-state healthcare network, but our mission remains the same: Health for All . That mission drives everything we do, from accepting every patient, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay, to expanding access to care and improving health outcomes in the communities we serve.

We believe strong communities start with strong teams. We foster a supportive, collaborative environment where employees are valued, encouraged to grow, and empowered to make a meaningful impact through their work. We invest in our people by supporting professional development, encouraging leadership growth, and providing opportunities to build long-term careers within the organization. A healthy work-life balance and a predictable schedule are part of our workplace culture.

Whether caring for patients in the clinic, supporting operations behind the scenes, or serving communities through outreach and education, our teams are united by a shared purpose: delivering compassionate, accessible care that improves lives.

Arcare offers competitive pay and a strong company-paid benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Work-life balance through a predictable schedule. Schedules are established early and rarely change, so employees enjoy a steady workweek rhythm.
• No routine nights or weekends for most positions. (Some clinical roles may have limited weekend coverage based on clinic needs.)
• Company-paid employee medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Free care at any Arcare clinic for employees and covered family members enrolled in the Arcare health plan, starting the first day of your employment.
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• 96 hours of paid vacation time for full-time employees who work 40 hours per week. Accrual begins on the first day of employment.
• 96 hours of paid sick time for full-time employees who work 40 hours per week. Accrual begins on the first day of employment.
• Paid holidays , including one floating holiday and one birthday holiday to be used during the month of the employee’s birthday.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching up to 200% of the employee's contribution of up to 4% after one year of employment.
• Company-paid renewal of applicable licenses and certifications , subject to supervisor and HR approval based on the employee’s position and job duties.
• Possible Continuing Education reimbursement for current employees, subject to supervisor and HR approval based on the employee’s position and job duties.

Loan Repayment Opportunities

Many Arcare locations serve medically underserved communities. Eligible clinical team members may qualify for federal loan repayment programs through HRSA, including the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program and the Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program . Eligibility and award approval are determined by HRSA based on role, location, discipline, and program requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Arcare is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.