Job Description

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$17.703

Job Posting:

JR2025-00020914 Pharmacy Technician-Lincoln Regional Center (Open)

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Pharmacy Technician - Lincoln Regional Center


Location: Lincoln Regional Center


Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-4:30 PM | No weekends or holidays


Agency: Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)




Make a difference in the lives of others while growing your career!


The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Pharmacy Technician to join our team at the Lincoln Regional Center. In this role, you'll support the pharmacy's daily operations and play an important part in ensuring patients receive safe and accurate medication--helping us fulfill our mission of "Helping People Live Better Lives."







Why Join DHHS?


At DHHS, you'll find purpose in your work and be part of a supportive, mission-driven team. We offer:


A stable, weekday schedule--no weekends or holidays Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement, and paid time off Opportunities for professional growth and development Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to "Helping People Live Better Lives."




For more information about this position, contact Anny Friedrichsen at 402-853-4914 or email anny.c.friedrichse@nebraska.gov.

Under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist, you will:

Assist with filling prescriptions and preparing medications for distribution to patients. Check for and remove outdated medications from inventory. Deliver medications to medication rooms, ensuring safety and security throughout the process. Operate unit-dose packaging systems and maintain accurate records of controlled substances. Prepare floor stock and controlled substances per requests and assist with annual inventory. Inspect medication rooms for proper labeling, storage, and sanitary conditions. Maintain prescription files, prepare medications for discharge, and perform related clerical duties. Serve as a liaison between pharmacy staff, vendors, and support teams to resolve issues. Help maintain a clean and sanitary pharmacy environment.

Requirements Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be at least 18 years of age; have high school diploma or equivalent; no misdemeanor or felony convictions of any non-alcohol, drug related crimes AND registered by a state or national certifying body approved by the State of Nebraska Board of Pharmacy as a pharmacy technician

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience as a Pharmacy Technician.

Other:

Incumbents must maintain certification as a Pharmacy Technician.

Salary:

Starting Pay Range $17.703-$26.097 /

Plus an additional $3.00/hour facility differential pay for hours worked. The pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved.

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Knowledge of:

Pharmacy operations, inventory procedures, and pharmaceutical terminology Metric system, math, and basic chemistry principles

Ability to:

Follow written and verbal directions accurately Organize and carry out assignments efficiently Communicate effectively with staff, patients, and the public Operate pharmacy and office equipment Maintain effective working relationships and attention to detail

Benefits

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We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.




Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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