Lead Pharmacy Technician / Order Entry

Our Company

PharMerica

Overview

PharMerica is hiring full-time Lead Pharmacy Technician in Vancouver, WA!

Join PharMerica’s closed-door, non-retail pharmacy team and play a vital role behind the scenes supporting long-term care and senior living communities. As an Order Entry Pharmacy Technician, you’ll be responsible for accurately entering and processing medication orders to ensure timely and safe patient care.

In this role, you’ll work closely with pharmacists and operations teams to input prescription data, verify information, and maintain compliance with pharmacy regulations. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, efficiency, and the ability to manage a high-volume workflow in a fast-paced environment.

This is an ideal opportunity for a detail-oriented technician who enjoys focused, task-driven work and wants to make a meaningful impact without direct patient-facing responsibilities.

Requirements

• Washington Pharmacy Technician License

Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday 12:30pm - 11:00pm

Training Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:30am - 6:00pm

Shift Differential: +$1.00/hr

Benefits & Perks You’ll Love

• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance – Comprehensive coverage
• Company‑Paid Short & Long‑Term Disability – Peace of mind guaranteed
• Flexible Schedules & Paid Time Off – Because balance matters
• Tuition Reimbursement – We invest in your growth
• Employee Discount Program & DailyPay – Perks you can use every day
• License Fee Reimbursement – We’ve got your pharmacy tech license fees covered
• 401(k) Plan – Invest in your future
• Pet Insurance – Care for your furry family members

Why PharMerica?

At PharMerica, you’ll join a team that values diversity, fosters work‑life balance, and contributes to stronger communities. If you’re passionate about service excellence and looking to make a real difference, we’d be excited to welcome you into the PharMerica family!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 7 business days.

Responsibilities

• Participates in orientation, training, competency assessment, and evaluation of Pharmacy Technicians.• Monitors work flow and reassigns Pharmacy Technicians as needed.• Prepares Pharmacy Technician schedules to meet the needs of the pharmacy.• Fills prescription items, as permitted by the State Board of Pharmacy, packaging medications for dispensing and for delivery, meeting the accuracy and productivity standards of the pharmacy.• Prepares medications including emulsions, liquids, powders and ointments, which may include non-sterile compounding.• May perform the following:o Works in the Controlled Drugs (Narcotics) Room.o Works with automated machines to prepack drugs. o Manages inventory functions such as monitoring pharmaceutical levels and identify expired medications, managing to the pharmacy standard for Days on Hand. o Inputs patient data and medication orders into a computer system to produce labels (data entry). o Mixes/packages IV medications, sanitizes IV room, equipment and hood.o Services facility-based medication dispensing machines (e.g., RxNow).• Communicates with internal and external customers in a pleasant and professional manner.
• Ensure technician adherence to local, state, and federal regulations.• Performs other tasks as assigned.• Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, its policies and procedures, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards.• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Each essential function is required, although reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

Education/Learning Experience• Required: HS diploma or equivalentWork Experience• Required: Experience in an LTC pharmacy setting• Desired: Prior supervisory experienceSkills/Knowledge• Required: Basic understanding of drugs, medication terminology, and metric system; ability to operate a computer.

• Desired: Workflow management skills; scheduling skills; performance management

About our Line of Business

PharMerica, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, delivers personalized pharmacy care through dedicated local teams, serving health care providers such as skilled nursing facilities, senior living communities, and hospitals. We also cater to individuals with behavioral needs, infusion therapy needs, seniors receiving in-home care, and patients with cancer. Operating long-term care, home infusion, and specialty pharmacies across the nation, we combine the personal touch of a neighborhood pharmacy with the resources of a national network. Our comprehensive solutions, backed by industry-leading technology and regulatory expertise, ensure accurate medication access, cost control, and compliance with best-in-class clinical standards. We are committed to enhancing resident health, reducing staff burdens, and supporting our clients' success. For more information, visit www.pharmerica.com. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Salary Range

USD $25.00 - $29.00 / Hour