Pharmacy Technician - Part-time - Days and Weekends

Mercy Co; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans for team

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Pharmacy Technician I to join our pharmacy team in a part-time role with day and weekend shifts.

You will assist pharmacists with preparing, dispensing, and inventory management in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment, using EPIC and automation systems to ensure safe, accurate medication delivery.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Active Pharmacy Technician registration in good standing with the State Board.
• Ability to complete fingerprinting and FBI background check requirements.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Enter and manage medication-related information in EPIC.
• Prepare medication orders by counting, packaging, and occasionally compounding medications.
• Accurately fill prescriptions and medication orders in a timely manner.
• Receive, stock, secure, and maintain pharmacy inventory.
• Deliver medications to patient care areas and nursing units promptly.
• Follow hazardous waste, quality assurance, and medication safety protocols.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Active Pharmacy Technician registration with State Board

Tools

EPIC

Pharmacy software

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:

Pharmacy Technician I (Part-Time | Days & Weekends)

Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real impact on patient care every day? Join our pharmacy team and play a vital role in ensuring patients receive the medications they need safely, accurately, and on time. Whether you're an experienced pharmacy technician or looking to grow your healthcare career, this is an opportunity to work alongside dedicated pharmacists and healthcare professionals in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives every day.
• Gain hands-on experience with advanced pharmacy technology, automation systems, and EPIC.
• Work in a collaborative, supportive healthcare environment.
• Build valuable skills and advance your pharmacy career.
• Flexible part-time schedule with day and weekend shifts.

What You'll Do

As a Pharmacy Technician I, you'll work under the direct supervision of a pharmacist while supporting medication preparation, inventory management, and patient care operations. Key responsibilities include:

• Enter and manage medication-related information in EPIC.
• Prepare medication orders by retrieving, counting, packaging, and occasionally compounding medications.
• Accurately fill prescriptions and medication orders in a timely manner.
• Receive, stock, secure, and maintain pharmacy inventory.
• Prepare medications for delivery or shipment following pharmacist verification.
• Deliver medications to patient care areas and nursing units promptly.
• Retrieve and process unused medications when appropriate.
• Follow hazardous waste, quality assurance, and medication safety protocols.
• Monitor assigned areas for outdated medications and maintain equipment cleanliness and sanitization.
• Utilize sound judgment to prioritize tasks based on patient needs.
• Participate in department meetings, huddles, training programs, and continuing education activities.
• Demonstrate exceptional professionalism, communication, and customer service with patients and colleagues.
• Support pharmacy operations and perform additional duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Active Pharmacy Technician registration in good standing with the State Board of Pharmacy, or willingness to apply and obtain registration by your first day of employment.
• Ability to complete fingerprinting and FBI background check requirements.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of pharmacy experience preferred, but not required.
• Experience with pharmacy software, automation systems, or healthcare technology platforms.
• Knowledge of automated dispensing cabinets, robotic dispensing systems, and pharmacy workflow management tools.

Success in This Role

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and passionate about delivering excellent patient care. You'll thrive if you enjoy working as part of a team, embrace technology, and take pride in accuracy, safety, and service excellence.

Join us and help provide the safe, compassionate care our patients depend on every day.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits.

• medical
• dental
• vision coverage
• paid time off
• tuition support
• 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.