Pharmacy Technician I - Days - Full Time

Find your calling at Mercy! The Pharmacy Technician I assists pharmacists in preparing, compounding, and dispensing medications and are accountable to the supervising pharmacist who is legally responsible for the care and safety of the patients served by the pharmacy. The Pharmacy Technician I follows applicable standards and federal, state & local laws and regulations for the care and safety of the customers and patients served. Position Details Pharmacy Technician I (Full-Time) | Mercy Springfield Make a Difference Behind Every Prescription Mercy Springfield is seeking a Full-Time Pharmacy Technician I to join our Pharmacy team. In this role, you'll work alongside pharmacists and healthcare professionals to help ensure patients receive safe, accurate, and timely medication services. If you're detail-oriented, passionate about patient care, and looking to grow your healthcare career, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do As a Pharmacy Technician I, you will support pharmacy operations while working under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist and in accordance with all state and federal regulations. Key Responsibilities Include Entering patient and medication information into EPICPreparing medications for pharmacist review and dispensingRetrieving, counting, packaging, and labeling medications accuratelyAssisting with sterile compounding preparation and training as applicableFilling medication orders and prescriptions in a timely mannerReceiving, stocking, and maintaining medication inventoryEnsuring medication security and proper storageDelivering medications to patients and nursing units after pharmacist verificationPreparing medications for delivery or shipmentProcessing returned medications and credits when appropriateConducting patient follow-up calls as neededFollowing hazardous waste, safety, and quality assurance proceduresMonitoring assigned areas for outdated medicationsMaintaining pharmacy equipment and cleanliness standardsPrioritizing tasks based on patient and operational needsParticipating in department meetings, huddles, and training activitiesAssisting with onboarding and training of new coworkers Qualifications Education High School Diploma or equivalent required Licensure Active registration, in good standing, with the State Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician orWillingness to obtain registration by the first day of employment, including submission of fingerprints for the required FBI background check Experience Previous pharmacy experience preferred but not required Certification Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification through the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) required within six months of hire Skills & Abilities Successful candidates will demonstrate: Strong attention to detail and accuracyExcellent customer service and communication skillsAbility to work efficiently in a fast-paced environmentBasic knowledge of pharmacy workflow and medication distribution processesAbility to learn and operate pharmacy technology systems, automated dispensing cabinets, and related softwareStrong organizational and time-management skillsCommitment to patient safety and quality care Professional Development At Mercy, we are committed to helping our coworkers succeed. Team members will: Complete hospital-required and department-specific education programsReceive EPIC trainingParticipate in pharmacy department orientation and trainingComplete required competencies for assigned work areasEngage in ongoing learning and development opportunities Why Mercy? At Mercy, you'll be part of a compassionate team that puts patients first. We value collaboration, integrity, service excellence, and professional growth. Every day, you'll play an important role in supporting patient care and improving lives. Position Details Position: Pharmacy Technician I Schedule: Full-Time Location: Mercy Springfield Apply today and begin a rewarding career with Mercy. All other duties as assigned. Why Mercy? From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.