Pharmacy Technician
Pharmacy Technician
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Job Description
Posting Date
07/14/25Application Deadline
07/18/25Pay Range
Anticipated Hiring Range: $20.75 - $28.50 hourlyFull Pay Range: $20.75 - $28.50 hourly
Salary offers are based on the candidates equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.
Job Type
UnclassifiedDepartment
Public HealthAbout the Position
The Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician to support its clinics within Maricopa County. The pharmacy technician supports MCDPH clinics by accurately and efficiently preparing medications and supporting the pharmacist according to the regulations and standards set forth by state statute and the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy.
MCDPH often provides services to clients with limited access to medical care. In this position the pharmacy technician will be able to make a positive impact on their community by providing exceptional customer service to both internal and external clients in a friendly and professional clinic setting.
The primary work site for this position is the Public Health Clinic located at 1645 E Roosevelt St. in Phoenix AZ. Candidates applying for this position must also have the ability to work at MCDPHs Glendale pharmacy location located at 5141 W. Lamar Rd. based on staffing needs. Candidates may be required to deliver repackaged medications to satellite clinic sites in Mesa and Goodyear should the need arise. Mileage reimbursement is available.
Clinic hours are Monday-Friday 8-5 but may vary slightly based on clinic needs. The pharmacy is closed on weekends and holidays and only serves clients seen within the clinic.
About Us
Come work for Maricopa County Department of Public Health the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.! MCDPHs mission is to increase the quality of life for our residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies programs and services addressing the emerging and changing needs of public health. We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on impact and a data-driven approach to our work. We value our staffs unique skills and differences as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent. Together we are working towards our vision of creating a healthy thriving Maricopa County for all.
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits including access to our upcoming on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
Paid vacation sick time and parental leave
Extensive wellness program including healthcare premium discounts
Employee discounts for goods and services
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
Learn more at Work With Us Maricopa County AZ
We Require
Avalid unrestricted Pharmacy Technician license issued by the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy.
High School Diploma or GED
We Also Value
Completion of an American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP)-certified Pharmacy Technician program
Paid experience working as a licensed Pharmacy Technician in a retail wholesale or long-term care setting
Paid experience working with an electronic pharmacy program (such as Pioneer Rx) used for receiving prescription orders dispensing medications managing inventory and preparing labels
Job Contributions
Prepares and organizes medications for pharmacist to perform quality assurance by accurately reading verifying and following medication orders and prescriptions preparing prescription labels and calculating medication quantities
Prepares and organizes repackaged medications for pharmacist to perform quality assurance
Enters information into electronic pharmacy systems used for inventory dispensing and packaging of medications
Prepares unit dose directly observed therapy medication packs for active tuberculosis patients
Prepares and manages clinic stock orders including repackaged medications for alternate site locations
Transports repackaged medications between clinic sites within Maricopa County
Maintains orders labels and stocks pharmaceuticals and supplies used by the pharmacy
Maintains an appropriate inventory of medicines and supplies
Assists other departments and medical providers with special order requests including price checks and verifying product availability
Completes accurate and thorough quality control checks of pharmacy inventory and properly disposes of outdated products
Maintains medication inventory for Mobile Health Unit (MHU)
Monitors contract pricing and ensures the most cost-effective products are being ordered
Maintains medication inventory of various clinics within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health umbrella.
Performs other duties as assigned
Working Conditions
Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
Participate in outbreak response activities
Ability to exert up to 20 lbs. occasionally 10 lbs. frequently or negligible amounts constantly and requires walking/standing to a significant degree
Valid Arizona drivers license is required upon hire
Within one month of hire all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles mumps rubella) Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria) Varicella (chickenpox) and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis test
Must secure and maintain an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearence Card and complete background check
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
