Pharmacy Technician, Part-time

SageWest Health Care; Lander (WY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

SageWest Health Care in Fremont County, Wyoming is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician to support the pharmacy team. You will prepare and dispense medications, manage inventory, and provide guidance to junior technicians under pharmacist supervision.

Key duties include refilling dispensing systems, handling controlled substances, assisting with billing and compliance, and training new staff while maintaining safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Associate's Degree in related healthcare field preferred.
• LPT - Licensed Pharmacy Technician registration required or licensure where mandated.
• PHAR-C - Certified Pharmacy Technician certification (PTCB or NHA) required.

Responsibilities

• Refills and maintains automated dispensing systems.
• Prepares and fills medication orders, including controlled substances, under pharmacist supervision.
• Supports medication billing, charges, and inventory records.
• Prepares prepackaged and bulk medications with correct labeling.
• Oversees restocking and maintenance of pharmaceuticals in compliance with standards.
• Assists in training and competency assessments of new or junior technicians.
• Participates in quality assurance and process improvement activities.
• Responds to inventory and regulatory documentation requirements.

Skills

Pharmacy operations

Medication safety

Regulatory compliance

Precepting skills

Tech software systems

Hazardous medications

Task prioritization

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree in related healthcare field

LPT Registration

Certified Pharmacy Tech (PTCB/NHA)

Job description

Description

At SageWest Health Care, we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available. SageWest Health Care is located in Fremont County, Wyoming, encompassing two hospitals, one in Riverton and one in Lander. Each offers a wide range of healthcare services, including inpatient medical services, emergency room services, surgical services, imaging services, laboratory diagnostic services, primary care, infusion services, and women's health.

Hours: Part-time

Job Summary

The Certified Pharmacy Technician supports the efficient operation of the pharmacy department by preparing and dispensing medications, managing inventory, and providing guidance to less experienced technicians. This role functions under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist and may include responsibilities for controlled substances, billing, and precepting new staff.

Essential Functions

• Refills and maintains automated dispensing systems.
• Prepares and fills medication orders, including controlled substances, under pharmacist supervision.
• Supports medication billing, charges, and inventory records.
• Prepares prepackaged and bulk medications with correct labeling.
• Oversees restocking and maintenance of pharmaceuticals in compliance with standards.
• Assists in training and competency assessments of new or junior technicians.
• Participates in quality assurance and process improvement activities.
• Responds to inventory and regulatory documentation requirements.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Strong knowledge of pharmacy operations, medication safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Effective communication and precepting skills.
• Competency in pharmacy technology and software systems.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in handling hazardous medications and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. AND Associate's Degree in related healthcare field (Preferred)

Licenses/Certifications

• LPT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech Registration or licensure as a Pharmacy Technician with the applicable State Board of Pharmacy required, where mandated by state law. Upon Hire (required)
• PHAR-C - Certified Pharmacy Tech National pharmacy technician certification from an accredited certifying body (PTCB or NHA) Upon Hire (required)

Experience

• 3-5 years experience as a pharmacy technician (preferred)