Key Responsibilities Prepare and dispense medications under the direct supervision of the pharmacist on duty, including picking up drug orders from nursing stations and delivering appropriate quantities to correct patient areas. Maintain pharmacy drug inventory per formulary policy, including ordering, receiving, storage, and required paperwork; participate in semi-annual pharmacy inventory.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Mesa, AZ
Description
Job Title
Pharmacy Technician
Location
Arizona
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Full-Time | Onsite | Days | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:30 PM (no weekends); on-call and holiday coverage may be required
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and dispense medications under the direct supervision of the pharmacist on duty, including picking up drug orders from nursing stations and delivering appropriate quantities to correct patient areas
Maintain accurate billing, crediting, and recordkeeping for patient medications, including narcotics sign-out records and controlled substance documentation
Perform sterile and non-sterile compounding in compliance with USP 795, 797, and 800 standards and all applicable state laws, utilizing aseptic techniques for IV solutions, syringes, and other preparations
Maintain pharmacy drug inventory per formulary policy, including ordering, receiving, storage, and required paperwork; participate in semi-annual pharmacy inventory
Conduct monthly inspections of patient care units and areas where drugs are dispensed, administered, or stored
Promote and maintain a high standard of patient and employee safety, including safe patient handling, materials handling, and adherence to infection control and workplace safety policies
Required Qualifications
Active Pharmacy Technician licensure or registration as required by the state of Arizona
Knowledge of and ability to comply with USP 795, 797, and 800 standards
Ability to accurately read, analyze, compound, and document medications based on Master Formulation Records
All training, licensures, CEUs, and required in-services must be current
Preferred Experience / Skills
Prior experience with sterile and non-sterile compounding, including IV admixture preparation using aseptic technique
Experience with unit dose dispensing systems and controlled substance management
Familiarity with pharmacy quality improvement processes and financial reporting documentation
Why Join Us
Work a consistent Monday–Friday daytime schedule with no required weekend shifts in a structured, team-oriented pharmacy environment
Gain hands-on experience in a comprehensive pharmacy setting with a strong emphasis on patient safety and professional development