Inpatient Pharmacy Technician I

Denver Health
retirement plan
United States, Colorado, Denver
790 Delaware Street (Show on map)
Feb 25, 2025
We are recruiting for a motivated Inpatient Pharmacy Technician I to join our team! We are here for life's journey. Where is your life journey taking you? Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all: Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health. Department Acute Care Pharmacy Job Summary The Pharmacy Technician I, under general supervision of a pharmacist, performs entry level technical tasks within the pharmacy department. Based on area of assignment, responsibilities may include medication preparation, dispensing, inventory control, and basic computer system operations. Demonstrates the ability to competently work in general areas of pharmacy practice. Essential Functions: Fills and delivers/dispenses medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Uses appropriate systems for processing of patient information. (50%) Triages and escalates any questions or issues outside the pharmacy technician scope of practice to the staff pharmacist or supervisor as needed. (35%) Ensures adequate supplies are available for continuous patient care. Operates pharmacy equipment appropriately. (15%) Education: High School Diploma or GED Required and Post High School Diploma or Certificate Program Completion of a pharmacy technician training program, preferred Work Experience: less than 1 year experience as a pharmacy technician in a healthcare or retail setting, preferred Licenses: CPHT-Certified Pharmacy Technician - PTCB - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Required and PHAT-Licensed Pharmacy Technician - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to work as a team member Attention to detail Knowledge of basic pharmacy practices and procedures Mathematical computation skills Organization and communication skills Good typing, keyboarding and proofreading skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office, preferred Shift Work Type PRN/Intermittent Salary $21.23 - $29.72 / hr Benefits Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3% On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes Community resource navigation support Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching Our Values Respect Belonging Accountability Transparency All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation. As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer. Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.