| Location | Hagerstown, MD |
Join our dynamic pharmacy team as a Pharmacy Technician, where you'll play a vital role in supporting medication distribution for both inpatient and outpatient care. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced hospital environment, values precision, and is passionate about patient safety and care.
What You'll Do
Assist pharmacists in preparing and delivering medications accurately and efficiently
Maintain inventory systems including Pyxis stock and CII Safe
Repackage medications and support unit dose systems
Perform monthly medication checks to ensure quality and compliance
Clean and disinfect the pharmacy clean room per established protocols
Communicate effectively with healthcare providers and patients
Uphold safety standards and regulatory compliance (Joint Commission, Maryland Board of Pharmacy, USP 795/800)
Participate in continuous process improvement initiatives
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED (required)
Previous pharmacy technician experience (preferred)
Registered Maryland Board of Pharmacy Technician (required)
National Certification (preferred)
Must obtain Maryland license within 30 days if licensed in another state
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Strong understanding of medical terminology
Physical & Mental Requirements
This role requires frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), and fine hand/eye coordination. Mental demands include sustained attention to detail, multitasking, and effective communication.
Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.
Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.