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Pharmacy Technician I

Denver Health

Denver, COPer Diem$21.23–29.72/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
$21.23–29.72/hr
Location
Denver, CO
Schedule
Per Diem
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Certified Pharmacy Technician (PTCB)Licensed Pharmacy Technician (DORA)

Job overview

The Pharmacy Technician I performs entry-level technical tasks in the Acute Care Pharmacy under general pharmacist supervision. Depending on assignment, the role includes medication preparation and dispensing, inventory control, and basic computer operations. The technician fills and delivers medications, processes patient information, escalates issues beyond their scope, and helps maintain supplies and operate pharmacy equipment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

TeamworkAttention to DetailBasic Pharmacy PracticesMathematical ComputationOrganizationCommunicationTypingKeyboardingProofreadingMicrosoft Office

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDPharmacy Technician Training ProgramLess Than 1 Year Pharmacy Technician ExperienceCertified Pharmacy Technician (PTCB)Licensed Pharmacy Technician (DORA)

Benefits

401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Pharmacy Technician I to join our team! We're with you for life's journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn't just something we believe in-it's something we live every day, for life's journey. Our Values Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency Department Acute Care Pharmacy Job Summary The Pharmacy Technician I, under general supervision of a pharmacist, performs entry level technical tasks within the pharmacy department. Based on area of assignment, responsibilities may include medication preparation, dispensing, inventory control, and basic computer system operations. Demonstrates the ability to competently work in general areas of pharmacy practice. Essential Functions : - Fills and delivers/dispenses medications under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist. Uses appropriate systems for processing of patient information. (50%) - Triages and escalates any questions or issues outside the pharmacy technician scope of practice to the staff pharmacist or supervisor as needed. (35%) - Ensures adequate supplies are available for continuous patient care. Operates pharmacy equipment appropriately. (15%) Education : - High School Diploma or GED Required and - Post High School Diploma or Certificate Program Completion of a pharmacy technician training program, preferred Work Experience : - less than 1 year experience as a pharmacy technician in a healthcare or retail setting, preferred Licenses : - CPHT-Certified Pharmacy Technician - PTCB - Pharmacy Technician Certification Board Required and - PHAT-Licensed Pharmacy Technician - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : - Ability to work as a team member - Attention to detail - Knowledge of basic pharmacy practices and procedures - Mathematical computation skills - Organization and communication skills - Good typing, keyboarding and proofreading skills - Proficiency with Microsoft Office, preferred Shift Varies (United States of America) Work Type PRN/Intermittent Salary $21.23 - $29.72 / hr Benefits At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future - with exceptional retirement contributions, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development - while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you're joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you. Here is a small list of our benefit programs: - Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3% - On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes - Community resource navigation support - Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more - Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching About Denver Health Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation. As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities D nver has to offer. Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled. "Denver Health is committed to provide equal treatment and equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Denver Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class." Apply at: https://ipc.us/t/1C511104EA544E1F.

How this job compares

Set against the 13,399 open Pharmacy Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 2, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$21.23–29.72/hr
  • Colorado median$22–28/hr294 hourly ranges
  • US median$18–27/hr10,643 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $25.48/hr, is close to the Colorado median midpoint ($25/hr) — in the middle half of Pharmacy Technician hourly ranges in Colorado.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 319 open Pharmacy Technician jobs in Colorado and 13,399 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Colorado
Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; Pharmacy Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year at the median (2,651 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 4,739 of the 13,399 open Pharmacy Technician jobs (35%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 2, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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