Pharmacy Technician

Overview PharMerica is hiring a full‑time Pharmacy Technician in Albany, NY. Join our closed‑door pharmacy team where you’ll work in a non‑retail environment, dedicated to meeting the pharmaceutical needs of long‑term care and senior living clients. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional service and high‑quality care, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team committed to making a difference! Schedule M‑F: 2 pm‑10 pm Sa‑Su: every other weekend 9 am‑5 am Benefits and Perks Medical, Dental, Vision insurance Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare) Tuition discounts & reimbursement 401(k) Company Paid Time Off* Shift Differential DailyPay Pet Insurance Employee wellness and discount programs Benefits may vary by employment status Supportive team with room to work independently Ongoing training and career growth Advancement opportunities in a growing company Referral bonuses We cover Pharmacy Technician license fees (new hires & current staff eligible) Responsibilities As a Pharmacy Technician you will: Fill prescription items and package medications for dispensing and delivery. Accurately label products, including cautionary and auxiliary labels. Prepare medications, including non‑sterile compounding (liquids, powders, ointments, etc.). Enter patient and prescription data into the computer system to generate labels. Participate in pharmacy inventory management, including checking stock and removing expired medications. Handle returned medications per protocol (credit or destruction). Communicate professionally with internal and external customers. Assist with onboarding and training new pharmacy staff. Perform specialized tasks such as: Working in the Controlled Drugs (Narcotics) Room. Operating automated machines to prepack medications. Mixing IV medications and sanitizing IV room/equipment. Servicing facility‑based dispensing machines (e.g., RxNow). Perform other pharmacy support tasks as assigned. Qualifications Required High School diploma or equivalent. Pharmacy Technician license as required by state. Experience in a pharmacy setting and medical terminology. Ability to operate a computer; recognize and identify medications. Detail oriented; goal oriented, team player, and effective oral communication. Desired Long Term Care pharmacy experience. Salary Range USD $18.00 / Hour #J-18808-Ljbffr