Pharmacy Technician

Job Title: Pharmacy TechnicianJob Description

This role supports a growing mail order pharmacy by operating automated dispensing equipment, preparing and packaging medications with precision, and ensuring every order meets strict quality and safety standards. You work closely with a collaborative team to provide accurate, timely, and reliable service to patients while following all pharmacy policies and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain automated dispensing equipment to ensure accurate and efficient medication dispensing.

• Prepare, count, label, and package medications with a high level of precision and care.

• Perform quality control checks on medications and orders to ensure accuracy, safety, and compliance with regulations.

• Follow all pharmacy policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations.

• Support shipping and receiving activities, including fulfillment of mail order prescriptions.

• Assist with warehouse operations, including inventory handling, storage, and distribution of medications and supplies.

• Provide courteous and professional customer service in a retail and mail order pharmacy environment.

• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.

• Maintain accurate records and documentation as required by pharmacy standards and regulations.

• Protect patient information by maintaining confidentiality at all times.

• Manage time effectively to meet daily productivity and accuracy expectations.

• Work independently or as part of a team to complete assigned tasks within established deadlines.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Eligibility for Kentucky Pharmacy Technician registration or license (license can be obtained upon hire).

• Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in medication preparation and packaging.

• Solid organizational skills to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize and complete work efficiently.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact with colleagues and customers.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive patient information appropriately.

• Capability to stand for an 8-hour shift.

• Comfort working in customer service and retail pharmacy settings.

• Ability to work in a warehouse environment with shipping, receiving, and distribution activities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• No prior pharmacy or warehouse experience required; training is provided.

• Experience in customer service, retail, or fulfillment environments is beneficial.

• Background in warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, or warehouse distribution is an advantage.

• Familiarity with fulfillment processes in a warehouse or mail order setting is helpful.

• Interest in learning to operate automated dispensing and packaging equipment.

• Willingness to obtain and maintain Kentucky Pharmacy Technician credentials as required by state regulations.

Work Environment

This position is based in a mail order pharmacy operating within a warehouse-style environment that supports retail and fulfillment activities. You work around automated dispensing equipment, storage shelving, and shipping and receiving areas. The role requires standing for most of an 8-hour shift and handling medications and packages throughout the day. Typical schedules align with daytime hours, such as approximately 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM or 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, depending on business needs. The environment emphasizes safety, accuracy, teamwork, and adherence to pharmacy regulations, with a focus on providing reliable service to patients across a growing mail order operation. Dress expectations align with a professional pharmacy and warehouse setting, prioritizing safety, cleanliness, and practicality.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Southgate, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Southgate,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT STATE LAW REQUIRES A CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

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