Inpatient Pharmacy Technician I

About the role

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Inpatient Pharmacy Technician I to join our team!

We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey.

Job Summary

The Pharmacy Technician I, under general supervision of a pharmacist, performs entry level technical tasks within the pharmacy department. Based on area of assignment, responsibilities may include medication preparation, dispensing, inventory control, and basic computer system operations. Demonstrates the ability to competently work in general areas of pharmacy practice.

Essential Functions

• Fills and delivers/dispenses medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Uses appropriate systems for processing of patient information. (50%)
• Triages and escalates any questions or issues outside the pharmacy technician scope of practice to the staff pharmacist or supervisor as needed. (35%)
• Ensures adequate supplies are available for continuous patient care. Operates pharmacy equipment appropriately. (15%)

Education

• High School Diploma or GED Required and
• Post High School Diploma or Certificate Program Completion of a pharmacy technician training program, preferred

Work Experience

• less than 1 year experience as a pharmacy technician in a healthcare or retail setting, preferred

Licenses

• CPHT-Certified Pharmacy Technician - PTCB - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Required and
• PHAT-Licensed Pharmacy Technician - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required and

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work as a team member
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of basic pharmacy practices and procedures
• Mathematical computation skills
• Organization and communication skills
• Good typing, keyboarding and proofreading skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft® Office, preferred
• Shift
• Work Type
• Regular
• Salary $21.23 - $29.72 / hr

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs.

We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer