Pharmacy Technician I - Days - Full Time

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Springfield is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I to join our Pharmacy team. In this Full-Time role, you'll work alongside pharmacists to ensure safe, accurate, and timely medication services for patients, with a focus on EPIC data entry and precise dispensing.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, customer-service driven, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced hospital environment. Mercy offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a values-driven team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CPhT certification required within six months of hire.
• Willingness to obtain registration by the first day of employment, including fingerprints for FBI background check.
• Previous pharmacy experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Entering patient and medication information into EPIC.
• Preparing medications for pharmacist review and dispensing.
• Retrieving, counting, packaging, and labeling medications accurately.
• Assisting with sterile compounding preparation and training as applicable.
• Filling medication orders in a timely manner.
• Receiving, stocking, and maintaining medication inventory.
• Delivering medications to patients and nursing units after pharmacist verification.
• Maintaining pharmacy equipment and cleanliness standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Pharmacy workflow knowledge

Pharmacy technology systems

Organizational skills

Patient safety focus

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

EPIC

Automated dispensing cabinets

Pharmacy software

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Pharmacy Technician I assists pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications and are accountable to the supervising pharmacist who is legally responsible for the care and safety of the patients served by the pharmacy. The Pharmacy Technician I follows applicable standards and federal, state & local laws and regulations for the care and safety of the customers and patients served.

Job Description

The Pharmacy Technician I assists pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications and are accountable to the supervising pharmacist who is legally responsible for the care and safety of the patients served by the pharmacy. The Pharmacy Technician I follows applicable standards and federal, state & local laws and regulations for the care and safety of the customers and patients served.

Position Details

Pharmacy Technician I (Full-Time) | Mercy Springfield

Make a Difference Behind Every Prescription

Mercy Springfield is seeking a Full-Time Pharmacy Technician I to join our Pharmacy team. In this role, you'll work alongside pharmacists and healthcare professionals to help ensure patients receive safe, accurate, and timely medication services. If you're detail-oriented, passionate about patient care, and looking to grow your healthcare career, we'd love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities Include

• Entering patient and medication information into EPIC
• Preparing medications for pharmacist review and dispensing
• Retrieving, counting, packaging, and labeling medications accurately
• Assisting with sterile compounding preparation and training as applicable
• Filling medication orders and prescriptions in a timely manner
• Receiving, stocking, and maintaining medication inventory
• Ensuring medication security and proper storage
• Delivering medications to patients and nursing units after pharmacist verification
• Preparing medications for delivery or shipment
• Processing returned medications and credits when appropriate
• Conducting patient follow-up calls as needed
• Following hazardous waste, safety, and quality assurance procedures
• Monitoring assigned areas for outdated medications
• Maintaining pharmacy equipment and cleanliness standards
• Prioritizing tasks based on patient and operational needs
• Participating in department meetings, huddles, and training activities
• Assisting with onboarding and training of new coworkers

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Licensure

• Active registration, in good standing, with the State Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician or
• Willingness to obtain registration by the first day of employment, including submission of fingerprints for the required FBI background check

Experience

• Previous pharmacy experience preferred but not required

Certification

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required within six months of hire

Skills & Abilities

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Basic knowledge of pharmacy workflow and medication distribution processes
• Ability to learn and operate pharmacy technology systems, automated dispensing cabinets, and related software
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Commitment to patient safety and quality care

Professional Development

At Mercy, we are committed to helping our coworkers succeed. Team members will:

• Complete hospital-required and department-specific education programs
• Receive EPIC training
• Participate in pharmacy department orientation and training
• Complete required competencies for assigned work areas
• Engage in ongoing learning and development opportunities

Why Mercy?

At Mercy, you'll be part of a compassionate team that puts patients first. We value collaboration, integrity, service excellence, and professional growth. Every day, you'll play an important role in supporting patient care and improving lives.

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

All other duties as assigned.

Position Details

Position: Pharmacy Technician I

Schedule: Full-Time

Location: Mercy Springfield