Abrazo West Campus in Goodyear, Arizona — a 200-bed acute care hospital and Level I Trauma Center in the rapidly growing West Valley — is recruiting an experienced Pharmacy Technician III to serve as a senior-level resource across all pharmacy distribution functions. This role carries meaningful responsibility: advanced sterile compounding including chemotherapy and TPN preparations, ADC management, quality assurance oversight, and hands-on mentorship of junior technicians, all under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist in a high-acuity, technology-forward environment.
Perks and Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- 200-bed acute care hospital with a Level I Trauma Center serving West Valley communities
- Advanced surgical platform including the da Vinci Xi robotic system and Loop-X intraoperative imaging system
- Service lines include orthopedics, obstetrics, and cardiovascular care — supporting a broad and complex pharmacy workload
- Advanced sterile compounding responsibilities: IV admixture solutions, chemotherapy preparations, and total parenteral nutrition (TPN) per USP 797 and USP 800 standards
- Non-sterile compounding per USP 795 standards; prepackaging and labeling of oral medications and extemporaneous preparations
- Automated dispensing cabinet (ADC) stocking, maintenance, and troubleshooting across patient care units
- Emergency crash cart processing and documentation; controlled substance handling with variance reporting protocols
- Monthly medication inspections and ongoing quality assurance log maintenance
- Leadership role: trains and mentors new pharmacy technician staff; assists in development and implementation of performance improvement plans
- Acts as an agent of the facility medical director for medication management activities at commonly owned and operated remote sites
- Compliance with Joint Commission standards and applicable state and federal regulatory requirements
Qualifications
- Active Arizona Pharmacy Technician license required; national Pharmacy Technician certification required
- Minimum three (3) years of hospital pharmacy experience, or demonstrated performance equivalent
- High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of a certified pharmacy technician training program preferred
- Prior experience in sterile (IV) compounding, including chemotherapy preparation, strongly preferred
- Basic computer proficiency required; strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills preferred
- Ability to work in all areas of pharmacy services as assigned; comfort in a fast-paced, high-pressure acute care environment
About the Community
Goodyear is one of the fastest-growing cities in the Phoenix metropolitan area, offering a suburban lifestyle with easy access to the full amenities of a major Sun Belt metro. Residents enjoy over 300 days of sunshine annually, proximity to the White Tank Mountain Regional Park, world-class golf, and a thriving dining and retail scene — all with a cost of living that remains favorable compared to many comparable markets. Highly rated schools and family-friendly neighborhoods make Goodyear a strong long-term destination for healthcare professionals relocating to the Southwest.