Pharmacy Technician: Precision, Safety & Automation

Virginia Mason Medical Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists by handling technical duties across inpatient and hospital operations. You will assist with automated dispensing cabinets, repackaging, and preparing non-sterile medications in accordance with safety and compounding guidelines.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and is a registered WA Pharmacy Technician. You will work in a fast-paced health system, focusing on accurate medication distribution

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• WA DOH Pharmacy Technician registration is required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital setting with strict safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate pharmacy automation and medication computer software and hardware, optimizing safety and efficiency.
• Accurately obtaining, labeling, and re-packaging medications as needed.
• Accurately filling and distributing medications through first fill, cart fill and/or automated drug systems.
• Complete inspections of medication rooms for regulatory compliance.
• Maintain expiration dates and appropriately outdating inventory.
• Prepare non-sterile medications, including hazardous drugs, adhering to safety protocols and compounding guidelines.
• Process patient medication orders and billing adjustments as required.
• Deliver medications to nursing units and assist with inventory management.
• Report medication errors and ensure secure access to pharmacy areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

WA DOH Pharmacy Technician

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health seeks a Pharmacy Technician to support pharmacists by handling technical duties across inpatient and hospital operations. You will assist with automated dispensing cabinets, repackaging, and preparing non-sterile medications in accordance with safety and compounding guidelines.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and is a registered WA Pharmacy Technician. You will work in a fast-paced health system, focusing on accurate medication distribution