Certified Pharmacy Technician

Per diem (PD/PRN) position with variable shifts and hours at Mission Regional Medical Center – Mission, TX.

About the role

Certified Pharmacy Technicians (CPhTs) support pharmacists by preparing and dispensing medications, including sterile IVs, chemotherapy, and unit-dose drugs for patients. They manage medication inventory across patient care areas, maintain automated dispensing systems, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Sterile Compounding Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medications including unit-dose, IV admixtures, chemotherapy, and operate automated dispensing cabinets
• Manage inventory across nursing units, crash carts, and automated systems while handling controlled substances and monitoring expirations
• Enter and verify medication orders in hospital EMR systems to ensure accuracy of dosage, form, route, and frequency
• Support patient safety by checking labels, assisting with medication reconciliation, delivering medications, and preparing drugs for specialized populations
• Comply with USP standards, maintain regulatory documentation, and take on specialized roles such as IV compounding, clinical support, or lead technician duties

Requirements

• State Pharmacy Technician License/Registration required (if required by state regulations)
• Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Healthcareer Association (NHA) certification required or obtained within 6 months of hire
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Sterile Compounding Certification required or obtained within 6 months of hire
• Previous pharmacy technician experience preferred
• Graduate of ASHP-accredited or equivalent pharmacy technician training program preferred
• 340B program experience preferred (if at a 340B facility)

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical insurance benefit plan
• 401K