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Pharmacy Technician
Company : Adoration Home Health & Hospice
Location : Albuquerque, NM, 87107
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 4 January 2026
Our Company
PharMerica
Overview
PharMerica is hiring a Pharmacy Technician in Albuquerque, NM!
Join our closed-door pharmacy team where you’ll work in a non-retail environment, dedicated to meeting the pharmaceutical needs of long-term care and senior living clients. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional service and high-quality care, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team committed to making a difference!
Schedule:
Friday-Tuesday 8a-5p
A pharmacy technician NM license is required
Benefits and perks for you!
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
- Tuition discounts & reimbursement
- 401(k)
- Company Paid Time Off*
- Shift Differential
- DailyPay
- Pet Insurance
- Employee wellness and discount programs
*Benefits may vary by employment status
Responsibilities
- Fills prescription items, as permitted by the State Board of Pharmacy, packaging medications for dispensing and for delivery, meeting the accuracy and productivity standards of the pharmacy
- Labels products appropriately, including cautionary or auxiliary labels
- Participates in the periodic inventory of the pharmacy
- May check in drugs and supplies, stock shelves and remove out-of-date items from the inventory
- Prepares medications including emulsions, liquids, powders and ointments, which may include non-sterile compounding
- Communicates with internal and external customers in a pleasant and professional manner
- May process returned medications from the facility for credit or destruction
- Assists in the training of new employees
- Also performs at least one of the following:
- Works in the Controlled Drugs (Narcotics) Room;
- Works with automated machine to prepack drugs;
- Manages inventory functions such as monitoring pharmaceutical levels and identify expired medications, managing to the pharmacy standard for Days on Hand;
- Inputs patient data and medication orders into a computer system to produce labels (data entry);
- Mixes/packages IV medications, sanitizes IV room, equipment and hood
- Services facility-based medication dispensing machines (e.g., RxNow)
- Performs other tasks as assigned
Qualifications
- Required: High School diploma or equivalent. Experience in a pharmacy setting and with medical terminology. Ability to operate a computer; ability to recognize and identify medications. Detail oriented; goal oriented, team player, effective oral communication. Pharmacy Technician license.
- Desired: Long Term Care pharmacy experience.
About our Line of Business
PharMerica, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is a full-service pharmacy solution providing value beyond medication. PharMerica is the long-term care pharmacy services provider of choice for senior living communities, skilled nursing facilities, public health organizations, and post-acute care organizations. PharMerica is one of the nation's largest pharmacy companies, offering unmatched company culture, employee development, and advancement opportunities. For more information, please visit www.pharmerica.com. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and X.Salary Range
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Frequently asked questions
Albuquerque's healthcare sector shows steady demand for Pharmacy Technicians, especially in specialized fields like long-term care. With multiple healthcare providers in the area, competition exists but is balanced by ongoing openings. Candidates with a New Mexico pharmacy technician license and long-term care experience stand out locally.
In Albuquerque, possessing a New Mexico pharmacy technician license is essential. Employers often favor candidates with additional certifications in sterile compounding or long-term care pharmacy. These qualifications enhance job prospects within facilities focused on senior living and post-acute care.
Technicians here excel by mastering medication packaging, inventory management, and patient data entry, all while adhering to state pharmacy regulations. Strong communication and detail orientation are vital for thriving in senior living environments typical of Albuquerque’s healthcare landscape.
Pharmacy Technicians in non-retail settings often handle controlled drug management, prepare compounded medications, and maintain inventory accuracy. These tasks demand precision and regulatory compliance, reflecting specialized workflows beyond standard retail pharmacy duties.
Adoration Home Health & Hospice supports growth through specialized training and tuition reimbursement. Pharmacy Technicians can progress into educator roles or supervisory positions, benefiting from the company’s emphasis on employee development within long-term care pharmacy services.
This role focuses on serving long-term care and senior living clients in a closed-door pharmacy setting, emphasizing personalized pharmaceutical care rather than retail sales. The environment fosters teamwork, with perks like daily pay and wellness programs tailored for employee satisfaction.
Pharmacy Technicians in Albuquerque generally earn between $19.00 and $21.00 per hour. This aligns with local market rates for licensed technicians, reflecting the specialized skills required in long-term care pharmacies and the cost of living in the region.
While not mandatory, experience in long-term care pharmacy greatly enhances a candidate’s profile. It improves familiarity with medication protocols and patient needs unique to senior living, which are critical in Albuquerque’s healthcare facilities serving aging populations.
The advertised schedule runs Friday through Tuesday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., reflecting a consistent workweek designed for work-life balance. While this role has set hours, some facilities in Albuquerque may provide alternative shifts depending on operational needs.