Pharmacy Technician - Inpatient - as-needed

Join our dynamic pharmacy team as a Pharmacy Technician, where you'll play a vital role in supporting medication distribution for both inpatient and outpatient care. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced hospital environment, values precision, and is passionate about patient safety and care.

What You’ll Do

• Assist pharmacists in preparing and delivering medications accurately and efficiently

• Maintain inventory systems including Pyxis stock and CII Safe

• Repackage medications and support unit dose systems

• Perform monthly medication checks to ensure quality and compliance

• Clean and disinfect the pharmacy clean room per established protocols

• Communicate effectively with healthcare providers and patients

• Uphold safety standards and regulatory compliance (Joint Commission, Maryland Board of Pharmacy, USP 795/800)

• Participate in continuous process improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (required)

• Previous pharmacy technician experience (preferred)

• Registered Maryland Board of Pharmacy Technician (required)

• National Certification (preferred)

• Must obtain Maryland license within 30 days if licensed in another state

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint

• Strong understanding of medical terminology

Physical & Mental Requirements

This role requires frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), and fine hand/eye coordination. Mental demands include sustained attention to detail, multitasking, and effective communication.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.