Pharmacy Technician I

Full-Time | Days, Evenings & Weekends

📍 Mercy Hospital Lebanon

Join a Team That Puts Patients First

At Mercy, we believe in bringing compassionate care and exceptional service to every patient we serve. As a Pharmacy Technician I, you'll play a vital role in supporting pharmacists and ensuring patients receive safe, accurate, and timely medications. If you're detail-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are passionate about healthcare, we'd love to have you on our team.

What You'll Do

As a Pharmacy Technician I, you will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist and in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.

Medication Preparation & Distribution

• Enter and maintain medication data within EPIC.
• Prepare medication orders for pharmacist verification by retrieving, counting, measuring, and occasionally compounding medications.
• Accurately fill medication orders and prescriptions in a timely manner.
• Assist with medication delivery and shipping after pharmacist verification.
• Prepare medications for safe delivery or shipment.
• Retrieve and process unused medications from patient care areas when appropriate.

Inventory & Compliance

• Receive, stock, and maintain pharmacy inventory while ensuring medication security.
• Monitor assigned areas for outdated medications and support quality assurance initiatives.
• Follow all hazardous drug and waste handling procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary work environment.
• Support medication storage, inventory control, and regulatory compliance standards.

Patient Care & Team Support

• Prioritize workload based on patient needs and departmental demands.
• Deliver medications to nursing and patient care areas promptly.
• Participate in departmental meetings, huddles, and team initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and across shifts to ensure continuity of care.

Training & Professional Development

At Mercy, we're committed to your success and growth.

• Complete hospital-required education and department-specific competencies.
• Participate in pharmacy orientation and technician training programs.
• Complete EPIC and/or Willow training as required.
• Develop skills across multiple pharmacy work areas and technologies.

What We're Looking For

Required

✅ High School Diploma or equivalent

✅ Active registration in 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 fingerprinting and FBI background check requirements

✅ Successful completion of pharmacy department orientation

Preferred

⭐ Previous pharmacy experience (1 year preferred, but not required)

Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Experience working with pharmacy automation technology and workflow management systems
• Ability to operate robotic dispensing equipment and automated dispensing cabinets
• Basic troubleshooting skills for pharmacy automation and software systems
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and customer service skills
• Sound judgment and strong organizational abilities

Why Mercy?

At Mercy, you'll find more than a job. You'll find a supportive team, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives every day.

Be a part of a mission-driven organization where compassion meets excellence. Apply today and help us deliver the care our communities deserve. 💙

Schedule: Full-Time | Days, Evenings & Weekends
Location: Mercy Hospital Lebanon, MO