Pharmacy Tech Specialist - Inpatient

About the role

Join a team where precision meets purpose. Meritus Health is seeking a skilled and motivated Pharmacy Technician Specialist to support our inpatient and outpatient medication distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver medications accurately via tube system or hand delivery
• Maintain and stock Automated Dispensing Systems (ADS), CII Safe, and unit dose systems
• Compound sterile and non-sterile medications per USP 795, 797, and 800 standards
• Perform monthly inventory checks and ensure medication integrity
• Support discharge and transfer processes, billing functions, and cleaning protocols
• Train and mentor pharmacy personnel under guidance of leadership
• Collaborate with pharmacists and healthcare providers to ensure safe, effective medication use

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma/GED required; Pharmacy Technician education preferred
• Experience: Internal candidates: Proven competency in 3+ areas (e.g., sterile compounding, oncology, inventory control) External candidates: Minimum 6 months in inpatient or infusion pharmacy; must achieve competency in 3+ areas within 1 year
• Licensure: Maryland Board of Pharmacy Technician registration required; PTCB or national certification preferred

Skills

• Strong computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Medical terminology knowledge
• Able to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), and fine hand-eye coordination
• High attention to detail, strong memory, and effective communication skills

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), and fine hand-eye coordination
• High attention to detail, strong memory, and effective communication skills
• Exposure to hazardous materials and temperature fluctuations may occur

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, 401k plan, education assistance program, and employee assistance program
• Shift differential for evening, night, or weekend shifts

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in this posting.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in this posting.