The Pharmacy Technician III 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 III follows applicable standards and federal, state & local laws and regulations for the care and safety of the customers and patients served.
Are you an experienced Pharmacy Technician looking to advance your career in a fast-paced hospital environment? Join our overnight pharmacy team and play a critical role in supporting patient care, ensuring medication safety, and helping clinicians deliver exceptional outcomes.
As a Pharmacy Technician, you will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, assisting with medication preparation, compounding, dispensing, inventory management, and medication delivery while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy, quality, and compliance.
Enter and maintain medication data within EPIC.
Prepare, compound, and dispense medications according to pharmacy policies and regulatory requirements.
Complete sterile compounding training and prepare sterile, chemotherapy, and hazardous medication preparations as appropriate.
Retrieve, count, package, and prepare medications for pharmacist verification.
Accurately fill medication orders and prescriptions in a timely manner.
Prepare medications for delivery, shipping, curbside pickup, or home delivery when required.
Receive, stock, and maintain pharmaceutical inventory.
Ensure medication security and compliance with storage requirements.
Retrieve and process unused medications for appropriate credit.
Monitor assigned areas for expired medications and maintain quality assurance standards.
Follow hazardous waste procedures and maintain the cleanliness and safety of equipment and work areas.
Assist with medication delivery to patient care areas and customers.
Complete patient follow-up calls when appropriate.
Prioritize tasks effectively based on patient needs and operational demands.
Deliver exceptional customer service with every interaction.
Participate in departmental meetings, huddles, and process improvement initiatives.
Collect data for medication-use evaluations and performance improvement projects.
Assist in training and onboarding new pharmacy team members.
Communicate effectively between shifts to ensure seamless operations and patient care.
Complete department orientation and technician training programs.
Meet all hospital and department-specific competency and education requirements.
Complete EPIC training and pharmacy work-area competencies.
Successfully complete department-approved sterile compounding training.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 3 years of hospital pharmacy experience or equivalent experience required.
Active registration and good standing with the State Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician, or willingness to obtain registration by the first day of employment, including completion of the required FBI fingerprint background check.
Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required within six months of hire.
We're looking for candidates who demonstrate:
Advanced knowledge of pharmacy dispensing and compounding procedures.
Experience with pharmacy automation systems, robotic dispensing equipment, and automated dispensing cabinets.
Proficiency with EPIC, electronic health records, pharmacy software, and communication tools.
Strong understanding of inventory control, prescription adjudication, copay assistance, financial assistance programs, and point-of-sale processes.
Ability to troubleshoot pharmacy technology and related software.
Ability to interpret medical information, laboratory values, and other patient-related data to support pharmacist decision-making.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively under time constraints.
Excellent communication, customer service, and teamwork skills.
The ability to train and mentor new pharmacy team members.
Successful team members:
Adhere to all organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and exceptional customer service.
Maintain positive working relationships with patients, providers, and colleagues.
Follow all dress code, hygiene, personal protective equipment, and safety requirements.
Contribute to a culture focused on quality, safety, and patient-centered care.
This is more than a Pharmacy Technician position—it's an opportunity to be part of a dedicated healthcare team that makes a difference every day. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, value precision and patient safety, and want to grow your career in hospital pharmacy, we encourage you to apply today.
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and 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.
Our Mercy health system was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1986. But our heritage goes back more than 185 years. It began with an Irish woman named Catherine McAuley, who wanted to help the poor women and children of Dublin. Though Catherine had a modest upbringing, she received an unexpected inheritance that allowed her to fulfill her dreams. In 1827, she opened the first House of Mercy in Dublin, intending to teach skills to poor women and educate children. Many volunteers came to help. A few years later, Catherine founded the Sisters of Mercy, the first religious order not bound to the rules of the cloister, whose Sisters were free to walk among the poor and visit them in their homes. By the time Catherine died in 1841, there were convents in Ireland and England, and in 1843, the Sisters of Mercy came to the United States. In 1871, they traveled to St. Louis and from there throughout the Midwest, beginning what would, today be known as Mercy.
Mercy, named one of the top five large U.S. health systems in 2018, 2017 and 2016 by IBM Watson Health, serves millions annually. Mercy includes more than 40 acute care and specialty (heart, children’s, orthopedic and rehab) hospitals, 800 physician practices and outpatient facilities, 44,000 co-workers and 2,100 Mercy Clinic physicians in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma. Mercy also has clinics, outpatient services and outreach ministries in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. In addition, Mercy's IT division, Mercy Technology Services, supply chain organization, ROi, and Mercy Virtual commercially serve providers and patients in more than 20 states coast to coast.