Senior Pharmacy Technician - Medication Safety & Ops

Andalusia Health; Andalusia (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Andalusia Health in Andalusia, AL, is an 88-bed hospital recognized for patient safety and high-quality care. The Certified Pharmacy Technician supports the pharmacy department by preparing and dispensing medications and managing inventory under supervision.

The role requires LPT registration, PTCB/NHA certification on hire, and 3-5 years of pharmacy tech experience; preferred an Associate’s degree. You will train staff, maintain regulatory compliance, and participate in quality improvement.

Qualifications

• LPT - Licensed Pharmacy Tech Registration or licensure required upon hire.
• Certified Pharmacy Tech (PTCB or NHA) certification required upon hire.
• 3-5 years of experience as a pharmacy technician preferred.
• Experience with controlled substances, billing, and inventory is desirable.
• Ability to train and mentor junior technicians.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Pharmacy operations

Medication safety

Regulatory compliance

Effective communication

Precepting new staff

Independent work

Hazardous medications handling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree in related healthcare field (Preferred)

Tools

Pharmacy software systems

Job description

Andalusia Health in Andalusia, AL, is an 88-bed hospital recognized for patient safety and high-quality care. The Certified Pharmacy Technician supports the pharmacy department by preparing and dispensing medications and managing inventory under supervision.

The role requires LPT registration, PTCB/NHA certification on hire, and 3-5 years of pharmacy tech experience; preferred an Associate’s degree. You will train staff, maintain regulatory compliance, and participate in quality improvement.