Pharmacy Technician II

MGA Homecare; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with matching

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Job summary

Ward Road Pharmacy in Arvada, CO is seeking a Pharmacy Technician II to assist pharmacists with medication preparation, labeling, and packaging in a fast-paced long-term care setting.

You will enter prescriptions into pharmacy software, manage inventory, handle returns, and support delivery processes while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

Full-time schedule with a Monday–Friday shift, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, offering competitive pay and a robust benefits package through MGA Homecare.

Qualifications

• Active Pharmacy Technician license in the state of Colorado.
• Ability to maintain continued Pharmacy Technician licensure.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn pharmacy software systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists with medication preparation, filling, labeling, and packaging.
• Enter prescription and patient information into pharmacy software systems.
• Prepare and package medications for delivery to long-term care facilities.
• Support unit-dose, blister pack, and automated dispensing processes.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation per pharmacy regulations.
• Receive, stock, rotate, and organize medication inventory and supplies.
• Process medication returns, credits, and expired medications according to policy.
• Answer incoming calls and provide basic customer service support to facilities, nurses, and internal staff.
• Assist with order prioritization to meet scheduled delivery deadlines.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of pharmacy work areas.
• Follow HIPAA guidelines and protect patient confidentiality at all times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Multitasking

Tools

pharmacy software systems

Job description

Job Overview

Pharmacy Technician II

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assistpharmacists with medication preparation, filling, labeling, and packaging

• Accurately enter prescription and patient information into pharmacy software systems

• Prepare and package medications for delivery to long-term care facilities

• Support unit-dose, blister pack, and automated dispensing processes

• Maintainaccuraterecords and documentationin accordance withpharmacy regulations

• Receive, stock, rotate, and organize medication inventory and supplies

• Process medication returns, credits, and expired medications according to policy

• Answer incoming phone calls and provide basic customer service support to facilities, nurses, and internal staff

• Assistwith order prioritization to meet scheduled delivery deadlines

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of pharmacy work areas

• Follow HIPAA guidelines andprotect patient confidentiality at all times

• Participate in training and competency development programs

• Perform other duties as assigned by pharmacy leadership

• This position does not have supervisory responsibility

Requirements

• Active Pharmacy Technician license in the state of Colorado

• Ability to keep continued Pharmacy Technician licensure

• Basic computer skills and ability to learn pharmacy software systems

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Basic understanding of pharmacy terminology and medication handling

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability tomaintainprofessionalism and confidentiality

• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing workflows and priorities

• Ability to work collaboratively with pharmacists, technicians, nurses, and facility staff

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

• Frequent use of hands for typing, packaging, and medication handling

• Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds occasionally

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with accuracy and attention to detail

• Fast-paced long-term care pharmacy setting

• Environment may include automated dispensing equipment and medication packaging machinery

Additional Job Description Information

Why Join Ward Road Pharmacy?

We Offer:

• Competitive Pay : $22–$23/hour based on certification

• Robust Benefits Package, including:

  • 401(k) with matching
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Life Insurance

• A collaborative, mission-driven team

• Opportunities to grow and develop within the company

Location:

Ward Road Pharmacy – 6590 Holman St, Arvada, CO 80004

Schedule:

Full-Time | Monday – Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

EEO Statement:

At MGA, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in both our organization and the communities we serve. We understand that DEI is crucial to our success as a healthcare company, allowing us to provide personalized care tailored to each patient’s unique needs and preferences. Our belief is that everyone, regardless of their background or identity, deserves access to high-quality healthcare services. We respect and value the experiences, perspectives, and identities of all individuals, striving to create an environment where everyone can thrive. We are dedicated to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve, without discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.