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Pharmacy Tech or Student Intern

CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs Council Bluffs, Iowa
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The posted compensation range of $18.06 - $25.51 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2026-468360 Employment Type PRN Department Pharmacy Hours/Pay Period 0 Shift Varies Weekly Schedule evenings and weekends Remote No Category Pharmacy

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Pharmacy Technician or Student Intern at CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience while supporting our pharmacists in delivering safe, accurate, and timely medication therapy. Whether you're beginning your pharmacy career or expanding your clinical experience, you'll play an important role in helping patients receive the medications they need throughout their recovery.

Every day you will assist with medication preparation, distribution, and inventory management while collaborating with pharmacists and clinical staff to support high-quality patient care. You'll build your knowledge in a fast-paced inpatient pharmacy setting where teamwork, accuracy, and exceptional service are essential.

To be successful in this role, you will be eager to learn, detail-oriented, and committed to providing outstanding patient care. You'll thrive in a collaborative environment where curiosity, professionalism, and a strong work ethic will help you grow while contributing to safe and efficient pharmacy operations.

  • Prepare, fill, and distribute unit-dose medications while performing medication exchanges for designated nursing units.
  • Assist pharmacists with the preparation of sterile intravenous admixtures under appropriate supervision.
  • Maintain prescription records, answer and triage phone calls, and support efficient daily pharmacy operations.
  • Monitor medication inventory levels, replenish stock, and maintain order-book items to ensure medications are available when needed for patient care.
Job Requirements

Qualifications For Pharmacy Technician:

  • High School Diploma or GED 
  • Pharmacy Technician Trainee License in the State of Iowa AND a national certification, as indicated

Qualifications For Pharmacy Student:

  • Registered in a school of pharmacy, 1-2 years
  • Must be registered in Iowa as a Pharmacy Intern
Where You'll Work

At CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs, patients are at the heart of our care. Our campus is designed to heal the body, mind and spirit of every person in a more comfortable, less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services include a new pavilion featuring enhancements in heart and vascular care, surgery, maternity, cancer care, and diagnostic imaging.

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