Certified Pharmacy Technician

About the role

Sierra Technologies is seeking Certified Pharmacy Technicians in support of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) contract. This position will be based at the CMOP facility in Ladson, South Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacists in the preparation, packaging, and dispensing of medications while ensuring accuracy, safety, and compliance with VA, CMOP, and federal standards.
• Support the timely and efficient delivery of prescription medications to Veterans nationwide.
• Operate and monitor various pharmacy automation systems, including Autofill devices, Baker Cells, Kalish Cells, A-frames, repackaging equipment, and electronic scales.
• Read from computer screens and use scanning equipment to select correct drugs/products based on name, strength, and National Drug Code (NDC) number.
• Perform first-level preventive maintenance on automated systems, including cleaning, vacuuming, and basic troubleshooting.
• Maintain complete and accurate records of medication processing and dispensing.
• Package, label, and distribute medication doses according to CMOP and VA procedures.
• Maintain and monitor inventory levels; stock shelves, rotate stock, and check expiration date.
• Accurately process and prepare prescription orders for pharmacist verification, including Controlled Substances, TCA replenishment, and manual hand-count stations.
• Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), safety regulations, and quality assurance protocols.
• Handle hazardous materials and hazardous waste in compliance with VA, CMOP, and federal safety standards.
• Maintain strict compliance with HIPAA, data security, and confidentiality requirements.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Active pharmacy technician certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) or National Healthcareer Association (ExCPT)
• Basic computer and typing skills
• Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English per 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d)
• Meet all VA background and access requirements
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and push/pull up to 150 pounds using carts or pallet jacks
• Ability to stand for 8–10 hours and perform repetitive motions, including reaching and stooping
• Visual acuity sufficient to read computer screens and operate scanning equipment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in mail-order, hospital, or VA/DoD pharmacy operations
• Familiarity with pharmacy automation equipment and inventory systems
• Experience working in a VA, federal, or government-contracted pharmacy environment

Skills

• Basic mathematical calculations
• Computer and typing skills
• Reading, writing, and speaking English
• Physical abilities to lift, stand, and perform repetitive motions
• Visual acuity for computer screens and scanning equipment

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules and remote/hybrid opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account and health savings account options
• Dependent care flexible spending account
• Education reimbursement
• Voluntary insurance such as: short-term disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident insurance
• 100% company-paid life + AD&D and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off policy
• 11 paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions
• Employee assistance program

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

1st Shift: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM; 2nd Shift: 3:30 PM–12:00 AM

Pay

Approximately $40,000 - $50,000 annually, depending on experience.