Pharmacy Technician - Full Time Nights

Rochester Regional Health; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician at Rochester General Hospital to support the Inpatient Pharmacy with accurate medication preparation and timely delivery. The role emphasizes attention to detail, patient safety, and collaboration with hospital staff.

You will participate in nights and weekend rotations on a full-time schedule, with training provided for those new to the field, and you will contribute to quality patient care within a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Willing to train; no prior pharmacy experience required.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication with hospital staff, patients, and visitors.
• 1 year of work experience in a clinical, retail, or healthcare setting.
• If hired before November 1, 2020, initial National Pharmacy Certification exam must be taken by November 1, 2021.

Responsibilities

• Medication preparation & delivery: repackage bulk medication into individual packages and deliver meds to floors.
• Documentation & reporting: use EMR and pharmacy information system to run reports and manage data.
• Maintenance & sterilization: clean equipment, perform non-sterile compounding, and ensure proper disposal.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Pharmacy Technician

Location: Rochester General Hospital

Department: Inpatient Pharmacy

Hours Per Week: Full-Time

Schedule: Nights & Weekend Rotations 8:30p-7a

SUMMARY

As a Pharmacy Tech, your excellent organizational skills and attention to detail make you a crucial resource within the unit and ensure quality patient care.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Medication Preparation & Delivery. Process and prepare medication orders by repackaging bulk medication into individual-size packages; round to floors in an accurate and timely manner to deliver medication; add measured drugs or nutrients to intravenous solutions under sterile conditions
• Documentation & Reporting. Ensure concise, pertinent, and complete patient care documentation using the EMR system (Electronic Medical Record); use the pharmacy information system to run reports and access medication data; receive and store incoming supplies and verify quantities
• Maintenance & Sterilization. Clean and maintain the repackaging machine after use; perform non-sterile compounding and prepare oral liquids, creams, and ointments in a clean environment; measure and combine medication accurately with proper documentation; ensure proper disposal of medication

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• None - willing to train.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for routine interaction with hospital staff, patients, and visitors.
• 1 year of work experience in a clinical, retail, or healthcare setting.
• If hired before November 1, 2020, initial National Pharmacy Certification exam must be taken by November 1, 2021.

Required Licensure/Certification: National Pharmacy Certification required within 18 months of hire.

EDUCATION

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$18.50 - $20.50

CITY

Rochester

POSTAL CODE

14621

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.