Pharmacy Technician I, Retail Pharmacy

Position OverviewUnited Health Services (UHS) is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Technician to join our Retail Pharmacy team. As a Retail Pharmacy Technician, you will work under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist to support the preparation and dispensing of medications, maintain inventory, and provide excellent customer service. This role is ideal for individuals beginning their pharmacy career and looking to gain hands-on experience in a retail pharmacy setting.

Primary Department, Division, or Unit:

UHS Pharmacy Johnson City

Work Shift and Schedule:

This is a per diem position, which means you will work on an as needed, agreed upon basis. Working hours will be assigned by your manager.

Compensation Range:

$17.98 - $25.17 per hour, depending on experience

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Job Responsibilities

• Functions as a generalist, providing support and ensures an ongoing and efficient pharmacy department by assisting in the processing of medications or prescriptions to all patients and appropriate patient care areas

• Assists in the maintenance of a neat and clean dispensing area and performing functions as necessary in the daily routine of the pharmacy department

• Assist the pharmacist in preparing and dispensing prescription medications

• Enter patient and prescription information into the pharmacy system accurately

• Label and package medications under pharmacist supervision

• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and pharmacy regulations

• Maintain a clean and organized pharmacy environment ​

Position Qualifications

Minimum Required:

• Minimum Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Certification from the Pharmacy Technician Board (PTCB) within eighteen (18) months of employment

• Preferred:

• Previous experience as a pharmacy technician or successful completion of a pharmacy technician training program

About United Health Services

United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.

At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!

United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at