Pharmacy Technician Trainee

Access Dubuque

Dubuque, IA

UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital

1 Positions

ID: 49204518

Posted On 05/05/2026

Refreshed On 08/19/2026

Job Overview

Area of Interest: Pharmacy
FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
Department: Pharmacy
Shift: Days with rotation to nights, for 80 hours per pay period. There is a holiday and weekend rotation.
Job ID: 181717

Overview

Shift: Full-time, days with rotation to nights, for 80 hours per pay period. There is a holiday and weekend rotation.

The Pharmacy Technician Trainee supports hospital pharmacy operations under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. This entry-level role is designed for individuals beginning their pharmacy career, providing hands-on training in medication preparation, distribution, and pharmacy workflow within a clinical environment. The trainee will develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a certified pharmacy technician while contributing to safe and effective patient care.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:    

Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

Assist pharmacists in preparing, labeling, and distributing medications for inpatient and outpatient units
Learn and perform sterile and non-sterile compounding procedures in compliance with safety standards
Accurately fill medication orders and maintain proper documentation
Deliver medications to nursing units and automated dispensing systems
Manage inventory, including stocking, rotating, and checking expiration dates
Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant pharmacy workspace
Follow all hospital policies, state regulations, and safety protocols
Provide courteous and professional support to healthcare staff

Qualifications

Education:

High School Diploma/GED

Certificate/Licensure:

Within 30 days of hire, registration with the Iowa Board of Pharmacy as a Technician Trainee is required.
Must obtain Pharmacy Tech certification from the Iowa Board of Pharmacy within 12 months of starting employment as a Trainee.

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Michelle Pickel

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