About this role
Join a team where precision meets purpose. Meritus Health is seeking a skilled and motivated Pharmacy Technician Specialist to support our inpatient and outpatient medication distribution systems. If you're passionate about patient safety, pharmacy operations, and working in a collaborative healthcare environment, we want to hear from you!
What You'll Do
• Prepare and deliver medications accurately via tube system or hand delivery
• Maintain and stock Automated Dispensing Systems (ADS), CII Safe, and unit dose systems
• Compound sterile and non-sterile medications per USP 795, 797, and 800 standards
• Perform monthly inventory checks and ensure medication integrity
• Support discharge and transfer processes, billing functions, and cleaning protocols
• Train and mentor pharmacy personnel under guidance of leadership
• Collaborate with pharmacists and healthcare providers to ensure safe, effective medication use
What We're Looking For
• Education: High School Diploma/GED required; Pharmacy Technician education preferred
• Experience:
• Internal candidates: Proven competency in 3+ areas (e.g., sterile compounding, oncology, inventory control)
• External candidates: Minimum 6 months in inpatient or infusion pharmacy; must achieve competency in 3+ areas within 1 year
• Licensure: Maryland Board of Pharmacy Technician registration required; PTCB or national certification preferred
• Skills: Strong computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), medical terminology knowledge, and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
Physical & Mental Requirements
• Frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), and fine hand-eye coordination
• High attention to detail, strong memory, and effective communication skills
• Exposure to hazardous materials and temperature fluctuations may occur
Caring for Our Team We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.
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.