Pharmacy Technician I – Filling / Picking / Packing {167850}

Pharmacy Technician I – Filling / Picking / Packing

Tampa, FL
Pay Rate: $17.50/hr
Contract Position
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM

Position Overview

We are seeking a Pharmacy Technician I to join a specialty pharmacy distribution team in Tampa, FL. In this role, you will work in a climate-controlled distribution center supporting pharmacy operations by filling prescriptions, picking medications, and packing orders for shipment to patients.

This is a dual-function position where time will be split between order filling and packing/shipping responsibilities. The technician will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist while ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance with pharmacy laws and client specialty guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Select, pick, package, and label medications and ancillary supplies according to prescription orders.
• Accurately count medications using manual counting methods and automated counting devices.
• Prepare prescriptions for shipment to patients while maintaining accuracy and production standards.
• Follow proper hand sanitization and hazardous medication handling procedures.
• Restock filling stations with medications and pharmacy supplies as needed.
• Clean and maintain pill counting devices, packaging equipment, and workstations.
• Enter data accurately into computer systems to support order processing.
• Assist with inventory control and operational support tasks.
• Perform additional Operations Assistant responsibilities when required.
• Escalate issues outside the technician scope to the supervising pharmacist.

Required Qualifications

• Active and unencumbered Pharmacy Technician license in the State of Florida
• Verifiable High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 6 months of experience working as a Pharmacy Technician
• Basic understanding of pharmacy law, medical terminology, and pharmacology
• Ability to use computer systems for data entry and order processing
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to collaborate with team members to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a pick, pack, and ship environment
• Previous warehouse or distribution center experience
• Experience using pharmacy or inventory computer systems

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for 8–10 hours per shift
• Frequently lift 5–10 lbs
• Occasionally lift 30–50 lbs
• Ability to reach, grasp, and move items at various levels
• Comfortable working around conveyor belts and moving machinery
• Ability to operate keyboards and pharmacy equipment
• Moderate noise environment; protective equipment may be required

Work Environment

• Climate-controlled pharmacy distribution center
• Fast-paced, production-focused environment
• Team-oriented workflow supporting pharmacy fulfillment operations