Saint Francis Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee is recruiting a Registered Pharmacy Technician to join its inpatient pharmacy team at this 479-bed, full-service academic medical center. Working under direct pharmacist supervision, the technician supports the full scope of dispensing operations — from sterile compounding and IV admixture to automated dispensing cabinet management — across a patient population spanning neonates through geriatrics. The hospital's robust Centers of Excellence and academic affiliation with the University of Tennessee make this a strong environment for technicians who want clinical depth and long-term career development.
Perks and Benefits
- Sign-on bonus up to $3,000 based on eligibility
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Continuing education and career development 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
- 479-bed full-service acute care hospital serving inpatient and outpatient populations across all age groups — neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
- Dispensing responsibilities include accurate filling and labeling of medication orders with correct strength, dosage form, and quantity
- Automated dispensing cabinet (ADC) stocking, maintenance, cleanliness, and expired medication removal
- Sterile product preparation and associated equipment maintenance, including IV admixture support
- Repackaging and labeling of oral medications and extemporaneous preparations with appropriate record-keeping
- Inventory control across all drug classes, including purchasing support and sterile compounding area stocking
- Medication room and patient bin audits for discontinued or expired medications
- Centers of Excellence on campus: Center for Surgical Weight Loss, Joint & Spine Center, Heart & Vascular Center, Chest Pain Emergency Center, Center for Robotic Surgery, Diabetes Center, and Cancer Center
- Academic training site for University of Tennessee Surgical, Family Practice, and Psychiatric Residency programs
- Joint Commission accredited; recognized for quality by UnitedHealthcare, CIGNA, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and Aetna
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Active Registered Pharmacy Technician license or certification as required by Tennessee state law
- Prior hospital pharmacy experience preferred
- Accredited training in sterile products preparation and IV Admixture Certification preferred
About the Community
Memphis, Tennessee sits on the eastern bank of the Mississippi River and offers a low cost of living relative to most major metros, a nationally recognized food and music culture, and a strong sense of community rooted in its rich history. The city is home to excellent public and private school options, professional sports, and easy access to outdoor recreation along the river and throughout the mid-South region. For healthcare professionals, Memphis provides the career resources of a major academic medical hub with the affordability and lifestyle of a mid-sized Southern city.