Pharmacy Technician II — IV Compounding & Patient Care

Penn State Health; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in dispensing medications, assisting patients, and maintaining safety and efficiency in our pharmacy operations.

You will process prescriptions, enter patient data, count and label medications, manage inventory, and support prescribers while upholding strict regulations and compassionate service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical terminology and patient-facing communication.
• Dedication to accuracy and safety in a fast-paced pharmacy environment.

Responsibilities

• Process prescriptions and enter patient information accurately.
• Count, pour and label medications and manage inventory.
• Maintain medication safety and adhere to policies and regulations.
• Assist patients and respond to questions within scope, including prescriber communication.
• Support department quality assurance and maintain documentation.

Skills

Pharmacy terminology

Attention to detail

Communication

Customer service

Education

WA Pharmacy Technician Certification

Tools

IV compounding equipment

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists in dispensing medications, assisting patients, and maintaining safety and efficiency in our pharmacy operations.

You will process prescriptions, enter patient data, count and label medications, manage inventory, and support prescribers while upholding strict regulations and compassionate service in a fast-paced environment.