Pharmacy Technician

Overview

Pharmacy Technician

Location:

Las Vegas, NM | Department:
Pharmacy Services |

Employment Type:

Full-Time

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Pharmacy Technician to join our hospital team in Las Vegas, New Mexico. Under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist, the Pharmacy Technician supports medication preparation, distribution, and inventory management to ensure safe and efficient patient care.

• Assist pharmacists in preparing, packaging, and dispensing medications
• Deliver medications to nursing units and other departments as needed
• Maintain accurate medication records and ensure proper labeling and storage
• Manage pharmacy inventory, including ordering, receiving, and restocking medications and supplies
• Compound sterile and non-sterile preparations following safety and compliance guidelines
• Handle insurance claims and prior authorizations under pharmacist direction
• Operate and maintain pharmacy automation systems and equipment
• Ensure compliance with all hospital, state, and federal regulations
• Provide excellent customer service to patients, nurses, and physicians

• High school diploma or GED required
• Completion of a Pharmacy Technician training program preferred
• Current Pharmacy Technician license in the state of New Mexico (or eligibility to obtain)
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a hospital or clinical pharmacy setting preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication, organizational, and computer skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, and drug names

• Hospital-based setting with rotating shifts, weekends, and holiday coverage as needed
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs