Pharmacy Technician I: Automation & Patient Care

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I to assist pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The position emphasizes adherence to all applicable laws and safety standards to protect patients.

The role requires a high school diploma, active registration with the State Board of Pharmacy (or ability to register by day one), and orientation completion.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalence.
• Active State Board of Pharmacy registration as a Pharmacy Technician or ability to register by day one (fingerprints for FBI background check).
• 1 year of pharmacy experience preferred but not required.
• Successful completion of pharmacy department orientation.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications.
• Work under supervision of the licensed pharmacist responsible for patient care and safety.
• Follow federal, state, and local laws and regulations for safe pharmacy operations.

Skills

Advanced equipment knowledge

Pharmacy automation systems

Troubleshooting automation software

Time management under pressure

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Robotic dispensing equipment

Automated dispensing cabinets

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I to assist pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. The position emphasizes adherence to all applicable laws and safety standards to protect patients.

The role requires a high school diploma, active registration with the State Board of Pharmacy (or ability to register by day one), and orientation completion.