Pharmacy Technician I - PRN - Mercy Joplin

Mercy; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PRN scheduling

Supportive team focused on patient‑or‑

patient-centered care

Advanced pharmacy automation and tech

Job summary

Mercy Joplin is seeking a PRN Pharmacy Technician I to assist pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications with a focus on patient safety and accuracy. You will gain hands‑on experience with advanced pharmacy automation in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and active pharmacy technician registration in good standing, or willingness to apply before your first day.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Active Pharmacy Technician registration in good standing with the State Board of Pharmacy, or willingness to apply before first day (includes FBI fingerprinting).
• Preferred: one year of pharmacy-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications.
• Support accuracy and patient safety with dispensing technologies and automation.
• Work with pharmacists to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Pharmacy workflow

Technical aptitude with automation

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pharmacy automation systems

Dispensing technology

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.

Position Details:

Copilot said:

Pharmacy Technician I (PRN) | Mercy Joplin

Looking for a flexible opportunity to grow your pharmacy career while making a meaningful impact on patient care? Join Mercy Joplin as a PRN Pharmacy Technician I and become an essential part of a team dedicated to delivering safe, accurate, and compassionate medication services.

What You'll Do

As a Pharmacy Technician I, you'll work alongside pharmacists to prepare, compound, and dispense medications while helping ensure the highest standards of patient safety and service. You'll gain hands‑on experience with innovative pharmacy technology, automation systems, and medication management processes in a fast‑paced healthcare environment.

Why Mercy?

• Flexible PRN scheduling
• Supportive team focused on patient-centered care
• Opportunity to work with advanced pharmacy automation and technology
• Valuable experience in a respected healthcare organization
• Growth and development opportunities within Mercy

What We're Looking For

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Active Pharmacy Technician registration in good standing with the State Board of Pharmacy, or willingness to apply before your first day of work (includes fingerprinting for FBI background check)

Preferred:

• One year of pharmacy-related experience

Skills for Success

• Ability to work efficiently under time constraints
• Experience or aptitude for pharmacy automation and workflow technology
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
• Ability to troubleshoot automated pharmacy equipment and software systems
• Proficiency with dispensing technology, robotics, and automated medication cabinets

If you're detail-oriented, technology-minded, and passionate about supporting exceptional patient care, we'd love to have you on our team at Mercy Joplin.

Why Mercy?

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.