Pharmacy Tech Certified Outpatient
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Lakewood, CO, 80228-1704
Job Type : Part Time
Salary : 20.13-30.56 HOUR
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
You have a purpose, unique talents and now is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more. This is the heartbeat of our organization and your time will be spent in a supportive, team environment with resources to help you flourish and leaders who care about your success.
You have a purpose, unique talents and NOW is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more.
Join our team as a Pharmacy Tech. In the Pharmacy Tech role, you will assist the pharmacist in promoting an organized and functional pharmacy service. Prepares medications for dispensing and maintains records.
Schedule (time, day requirements, etc.): Pharmacy is open 9am-7pm M-F; 9am-5pm weekends and holidays. Shifts range between 8:30am-7:30pm
Physical Location of position: St. Anthony Hospital Lakewood
Job Requirements
In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified Pharmacy Techs will bring the following experience:
- 1 year hospital or retail pharmacy experience preferred (completion of an Accredited Technician training course may substitute for experience)
- Working knowledge of computer systems
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Active Pharmacy Technician License (Kansas), Certification (Colorado or Utah), Provisional Certification (Colorado), or Provisional License (Utah) Required. Provisional Certifications must obtain State Certification within 12 months
Medium Work - exert/lift up to 50 lbs. force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. constantly
Where You'll WorkWe believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness.
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Frequently asked questions
This position plays a crucial part in preparing and dispensing medications accurately within outpatient pharmacy services. By assisting pharmacists, the tech ensures smooth workflow and precise record-keeping, which optimizes medication therapy management essential for patient safety in hospitals like St. Anthony in Lakewood.
Candidates must hold an active pharmacy technician certification or provisional certification recognized by Colorado. Completing this certification within 12 months is critical, reflecting local regulatory standards that uphold quality and compliance in outpatient pharmacy environments.
Individuals can advance by gaining hospital pharmacy experience and pursuing further certifications. Opportunities include becoming a clinical pharmacy technician or specializing in inpatient pharmacy roles, enhancing both skills and responsibilities within ambulatory care settings.
Catholic Health Initiatives fosters a team-oriented atmosphere emphasizing compassion and mission-driven care. Pharmacy techs at this organization benefit from supportive leadership and resources designed to nurture their professional growth while contributing to a healing environment.
The organization requires adherence to state pharmacy technician licensing, supporting ongoing certification efforts. This commitment reflects Catholic Health Initiatives’ focus on maintaining high standards of pharmaceutical care and regulatory compliance in outpatient services.
In Lakewood, Colorado, Pharmacy Tech Certified Outpatient roles generally offer annual salaries between $38,000 and $48,000, depending on experience and certification status. This aligns with regional healthcare compensation trends for hospital pharmacy technicians.
Lakewood shows steady demand for certified pharmacy techs, especially in hospital outpatient settings. Growing healthcare facilities and an aging population increase opportunities, making it a favorable market for candidates with state certification and hospital experience.
Traffic patterns in Lakewood around St. Anthony Hospital can vary, but public transportation and flexible shifts between 8:30 am and 7:30 pm help accommodate most schedules. Candidates often consider proximity and shift timing when evaluating this opportunity.
This role requires proficiency in outpatient medication preparation, record maintenance, and strong computer literacy. Unlike inpatient positions, it emphasizes ambulatory care support, coordinating with pharmacists to optimize outpatient pharmacy service efficiency.
At Catholic Health Initiatives, pharmacy techs are expected to embody the organization’s mission by delivering compassionate care. This includes active participation in team collaboration and adherence to patient-centered practices that highlight humankindness in outpatient pharmacy operations.