Pharmacy Technician I

The pharmacy technician performs the full range of technical and clerical level duties to assist the Pharmacist in the formulation, preparation, maintenance of patient records, dispensing and delivery of medications and pharmaceutical supplies. The Pharmacy Tech works under the direct supervision of the Pharmacist.

Licenses: One of the following license types are required (in order of preference):

The temporary license allows an applicant to begin employment while preparing to take the examination required for full licensure. Full licensure must be obtained within the 210 day temporary licensure period.

Certifications: Pass certified pharmacy technician examination from either of the following:

Note: Pharmacy technicians that have not completed the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) certification program MUST obtain this certification within 1 year or 3 attempts from date of hire.

Preferred experience: (In order of importance):

Good math/basic algebra background mandatory; as obtained through formal education or prior experience as a pharmacy technician.

ASHP / USP 797 based certification in aseptic technique preferred.

Is an accurate, independent worker, possesses good communication skills, and, cooperates and takes direction from others.