Pharmacy Technician Trainee
PharMerica
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Job summary
PharMerica invites applications for a full-time Pharmacy Technician Trainee in Phoenix, AZ. Join our closed-door, non-retail team supporting long-term care and senior living facilities.
You will enter and process medication orders, verify information, and ensure regulatory compliance with pharmacists and operations teams. This role emphasizes accuracy, efficiency, and handling high-volume workflows in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Arizona Pharmacy Technician/Trainee License required.
- PTCB Certification preferred with 6 months to obtain after hire.
Responsibilities
- Fulfills prescriptions accurately, ensuring compliance with State Board regulations.
- Prepares medications and performs non-sterile compounding when needed.
- Manages inventory, checks in drugs and supplies, and handles expired items.
- Performs order entry for new and refill prescriptions with precision.
- Responds to inquiries from patients and facility staff and coordinates timely medication delivery.
- Performs other duties to support pharmacy operations and patient care.
Skills
Education
Job description
PharMerica is hiring full-time Pharmacy Technician Trainee inPhoenix, AZ!
Come grow your career with PharMerica’s closed-door, non-retail pharmacy team—where you can make a meaningful impact supporting long-term care and senior living communities. As a Pharmacy Technician, you’ll be responsible for accurately entering and processing medication orders to ensure timely and safe patient care. In this role, you’ll work closely with pharmacists and operations teams to input prescription data, verify information, and maintain compliance with pharmacy regulations. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, efficiency, and the ability to manage a high-volume workflow in a fast-paced environment.
PharMerica
PharMerica is hiring full-time Pharmacy Technician Trainee inPhoenix, AZ!
Come grow your career with PharMerica’s closed-door, non-retail pharmacy team—where you can make a meaningful impact supporting long-term care and senior living communities. As a Pharmacy Technician, you’ll be responsible for accurately entering and processing medication orders to ensure timely and safe patient care. In this role, you’ll work closely with pharmacists and operations teams to input prescription data, verify information, and maintain compliance with pharmacy regulations. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, efficiency, and the ability to manage a high-volume workflow in a fast-paced environment.
- Arizona Pharmacy Technician/Trainee License – REQUIRED
- PTCB Certification - We’re committed to helping you build a rewarding career. New hires have 6 months to obtain their PTCB certification, and we’ll provide the coaching and development you need to reach this milestone
8826 N 23rd Ave, Suite C-3, Phoenix, AZ 85021
- 1st Shift
- Monday - Friday 5:00am - 1:30pm w/ rotating weekends
- Monday - Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm w/ rotating weekends
- Friday - Tuesday 7:00am - 4:00pm
- Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:40pm w/ rotating weekends
- Monday - Friday 10:30am - 7:00pm w/rotating weekends
- 2nd Shift (+$1.00/hr Shift Differential)
- Monday - Friday 12:30pm - 9:00pm w/ rotating weekends
- 3rd Shift/ Overnight (+$2.50/hr Shift Differential)
- Monday - Friday 7:00pm - 3:30am w/ rotating weekends
- Sunday – Thursday 8:00pm – 4:30am
- Sunday – Thursday 10:00pm – 6:30am
- Monday - Friday 10:00pm - 6:30am w/ rotating weekends
- Friday – Monday 10:00pm – 8:30am (10hr Shifts)
- Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance – Comprehensive coverage
- Company‑Paid Short & Long‑Term Disability – Peace of mind guaranteed
- Flexible Schedules & Paid Time Off – Because balance matters
- Tuition Reimbursement – We invest in your growth
- Employee Discount Program & DailyPay – Perks you can use every day
- License Fee Reimbursement – We’ve got your pharmacy tech license fees covered
- 401(k) Plan – Invest in your future
- Pet Insurance – Care for your furry family members
At PharMerica, you’ll join a team that values diversity, fosters work‑life balance, and contributes to stronger communities. If you’re passionate about service excellence and looking to make a real difference, we’d be excited to welcome you into the PharMerica family! This position will be posted for a minimum of 7 business days.
- Supportive team with room to work independently
- Ongoing training and career growth
- Advancement opportunities in a growing company
- Referral bonuses
- We cover Pharmacy Technician license fees (new hires & current staff eligible)
- Fills prescription items in compliance with State Board of Pharmacy regulations, packaging medications for dispensing and delivery while meeting accuracy and productivity standards.
- Labels products with cautionary and auxiliary information to ensure patient safety.
- Prepares medications including emulsions, liquids, powders, and ointments, with experience in non-sterile compounding.
- Performs sterile compounding and IV prescription preparation in accordance with PharMerica’s quality standards and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.
- Cleans and maintains sterile compounding rooms per USP 797 guidelines.
- Participates in periodic pharmacy inventory, checking in drugs and supplies, stocking shelves, and removing expired items.
- Reconciles and fills Emergency Drug Kit (EDK) boxes as needed.
- Processes returned medications for credit or destruction in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Performs order entry for new and refill prescriptions with precision.
- Files documentation as required by pharmacy regulations to maintain compliance and audit readiness.
- Responds to inquiries from patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals, providing clear and accurate information.
- Coordinates with facility staff to ensure timely medication delivery and resolution of issues.
- Performs other assigned tasks to support pharmacy operations and patient care.
Required:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to operate a computer
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Capacity to work independently and collaborate with a team accurately and efficiently
- Position will be posted for a minimum of 7 business day
PharMerica, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, delivers personalized pharmacy care through dedicated local teams, serving health care providers such as skilled nursing facilities, senior living communities, and hospitals. We also cater to individuals with behavioral needs, infusion therapy needs, seniors receiving in-home care, and patients with cancer. Operating long-term care, home infusion, and specialty pharmacies across the nation, we combine the personal touch of a neighborhood pharmacy with the resources of a national network. Our comprehensive solutions, backed by industry-leading technology and regulatory expertise, ensure accurate medication access, cost control, and compliance with best-in-class clinical standards. We are committed to enhancing resident health, reducing staff burdens, and supporting our clients' success. For more information, visit www.pharmerica.com . Follow us on Facebook , Twitter , and LinkedIn .
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