Pharmacy Technician - Mcalester

OU Medical Center; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical and dental plans

Job summary

OU Health is seeking a Pharmacy Technician II for the McAlester Infusion Center. The role covers inpatient medication preparation, sterile and non-sterile compounding, and distribution under pharmacist supervision.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years as a pharmacy technician, Oklahoma licensure, and strong EMR proficiency to support daily operations and mentoring of staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least three years of experience as a pharmacy technician.
• Active permit as a Pharmacy Technician by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy within 6 weeks of hire.
• Proficient with EMR systems and pharmacy software.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, labels, and delivers medications under supervision.
• Fills automated dispensing cabinets, unit dose cassettes, and carts.
• Performs sterile and non-sterile compounding per USP 797/800.
• Restocks crash carts and emergency kits.
• Enters and documents orders in the pharmacy system and EMR.
• Supports IV room workflows and batch preparation of sterile products.
• Maintains clean, organized inventory in work areas.
• Troubleshoots dispensing cabinets and distribution workflows.
• Communicates with pharmacists and nurses to resolve issues.

Skills

Computer skills

Math skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Procedural reading

Microsoft Office

EMR documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Title: Pharmacy Technician - McAlester Department: McAlester Infusion Center

General Description

The Inpatient Pharmacy Technician II is a mid‑level role responsible for performing a wide range of inpatient pharmacy technician duties related to medication preparation, distribution, inventory management, and sterile compounding under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. This role demonstrates increasing independence, supports daily inpatient pharmacy operations, and serves as a resource and mentor to Pharmacy Technician I staff.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepares, labels, and delivers medications accurately and timely under pharmacist supervision.
• Independently fills automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs), unit dose cassettes, and medication carts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with established procedures.
• Performs sterile and non‑sterile compounding, including IV admixtures, chemotherapy, and total parenteral nutrition (TPN) in accordance with USP 797/800, and departmental standards.
• Restocks and maintains crash carts, emergency kits, and decentralized pharmacy locations according to established schedules and documentation requirements.
• Accurately enters, fills, and documents medication orders in the pharmacy information system and electronic medical record.
• Assists with batch preparation of sterile products and supports workflow in the IV room or other assigned areas.
• Maintains cleanliness, organization, and inventory within assigned pharmacy work areas, including IV rooms and satellite locations.
• Troubleshoots routine issues with automated dispensing cabinets, barcode scanning, and medication distribution workflows.
• Monitors medication inventory levels, expiration dates, and usage trends to prevent shortages or waste, escalating concerns as appropriate.
• Assists with receiving, checking in, and shelving medications and supplies from vendors.
• Participates in daily physical inventory counts and reports unreconciled discrepancies promptly to pharmacy leadership.
• Communicates effectively with pharmacists, nurses, and other healthcare staff to resolve routine medication‑related issues.
• Assists with onboarding and training Pharmacy Technician I staff by demonstrating proper procedures and reinforcing safety and workflow expectations.
• Complies with all regulatory, safety, infection control, and quality standards.
• Completes annual skills assessments and competency validations.

General Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience: At least three (3) years of experience as a pharmacy technician required.
• License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Active permit as a Pharmacy Technician by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy within 6 weeks of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient computer and math skills applicable to inpatient pharmacy operations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply written procedures and policies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Customer service–oriented mindset.
• EMR documentation experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced inpatient healthcare environment.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more.
• We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer.

OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020‑21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non‑clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions.

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