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Job Title: Pharmacy Technician
Location: Everett, WA
Schedule: Sunday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM; Monday–Thursday 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM
About the Role
Join a high-volume Central Fill Pharmacy supporting a leading national retail chain. This position focuses on automated prescription refills in a fast-paced production environment—no patient interaction, phone calls, or insurance processing required. Under the supervision of a licensed Pharmacist, you’ll help prepare, package, and distribute medications accurately and efficiently to meet daily production goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately fill prescription vials with tablets and capsules.
- Perform basic math to calculate and verify medication quantities.
- Replenish automated dispensing cells, handling large quantities of medication.
- Prepare specialty and cold-chain prescriptions following strict handling protocols.
- Assist with packing and shipping prescriptions for timely delivery.
- Maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations and pharmacy safety standards.
- Conduct weekly cycle counts and inventory audits; investigate discrepancies.
- Identify and escalate issues promptly to ensure workflow continuity.
Skills & Qualifications
- Active Washington State Pharmacy Technician License (CPhT)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately.
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team in a high-volume setting.
- Flexibility for mandatory overtime (typically 1 hour; occasionally up to 2 hours after major U.S. holidays).
Work Environment
- Fast-paced, team-oriented, and safety-focused.
- Involves pick, pack, and ship operations with automated systems.
- Requires standing for extended periods and handling large medication quantities.
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Everett, WA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $26.00 - $26.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Everett,WA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jan 2, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
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